travel trends

Airbnb has spent 10 years strategically expanding beyond home rentals into experiences and travel services in 2026, despite CEO Brian Chesky's repeated claims that properties remain core to the company's identity.

Vung Tau experiences explosive summer tourism growth as families, corporate MICE travellers, and weekend visitors push hotel occupancy to record levels, with accommodation prices rising 10-20% through August 2026.

US Virgin Islands reports record tourism growth in 2026, with St. Thomas becoming a top passport-free Caribbean destinat

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is transforming its real estate landscape by launching a dedicated digital portal for intern

New Kuoni research crowns a South Pacific gem as the planet's most paradise-like beach, beating 180+ global destinations based on traveler reviews mentioning 'paradise.'

A paradigm shift is occurring in East Asia as travelers move beyond traditional sightseeing to engage with "living labor

A major shift in Canadian consumer behavior reveals Atlantic Canadians are ditching international travel in favor of domestic destinations and local businesses, with 81% planning to stay within Canada this summer.

Sri Lanka launches strategic tourism push targeting Russian travelers through direct flights, simplified visas, and year-round destination positioning at Moscow's Let's Travel International Forum.

New 2026 Numbeo study reveals Ottawa as Canada's best city for retiring seniors, while Edmonton plummets. Victoria, Calgary, and Quebec City show mixed results in affordability and safety.

New York City dominates America's most Instagrammable destinations as social media fundamentally reshapes where travelers spend their vacation dollars and how cities compete for digital visibility.

Kashmir Valley is experiencing a tourism explosion this summer, driven by the newly launched Vande Bharat Express and increased road connectivity, though traffic congestion around Dal Lake and pricing pressure threaten the momentum.

Adventure tourism is surging across India's Himalayas as travelers ditch comfort vacations for challenging treks, mountain expeditions, and personally transformative experiences in remote destinations.