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Top Global Destinations for 2026

Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026

Lonely Planet has unveiled its “Best in Travel 2026” edition, offering 50 exciting reasons to explore the world in the coming year. For the first time, the publication presents 25 recommended experiences alongside 25 trending destinations.

Trending Destinations for 2026

Region	Destinations
Africa	Botswana, Tunisia
Americas	Peru, Theodore Roosevelt National Park (USA), Maine (USA), Mexico City, British Columbia (Canada), São Paulo (Brazil), Cartagena (Colombia), Barbados
Europe	Cádiz (Spain), Sardinia (Italy), County Tipperary (Ireland), Utrecht (Netherlands), Finland, Réunion Island (France)
Oceania	Ikara-Flinders Ranges and Outback (Australia), North Island (New Zealand), Solomon Islands
Asia	Jeju Island (South Korea), Quy Nhon (Vietnam), Siem Reap (Cambodia), Phuket (Thailand), Jaffna (Sri Lanka)

Natural Wonders and Outdoor Adventures

For travelers eager to connect with nature, Botswana offers the world’s largest inland delta—the Okavango Delta. This beautiful, never-drying wetland with waterways and lush vegetation allows travelers to explore by mokoro (dugout canoe) and observe elephants, hippos, and abundant wildlife up close, experiencing a true “African Eden”.

The Ikara-Flinders Ranges in South Australia features Australia’s oldest mountain ranges, where red deserts meet rugged gorges. It is ideal for 4WD adventures, canyon hiking, and stargazing camping, with rich Indigenous culture adding depth to the journey.

Réunion Island in the Indian Ocean is a “paradise for outdoor sports enthusiasts.” You can hike across the active Piton de la Fournaise volcano and explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed volcanoes, cirques, and waterfalls.

Civilizations and Historical Immersion

Peru remains the “ultimate South American experience.” Visit Machu Picchu, the “City in the Sky,” one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and explore the Inca architectural essence in Cusco’s old city.

Siem Reap, Cambodia, is home to the UNESCO World Heritage site Angkor Wat. Gaze upon the famous “Khmer Smile” at Bayon Temple and marvel at the tree-embraced Ta Prohm Temple. The dry season offers the most majestic views of the ruins.

Cádiz, Spain, one of Spain’s oldest cities, is surrounded by the sea on three sides. The elegant golden-domed cathedral and the towering Tavira Tower lookout are must-sees, but wandering the colorful narrow alleys of the old town is the best way to explore.