{"id":1465707,"date":"2026-01-27T22:04:36","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T19:04:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1465707"},"modified":"2026-01-27T22:04:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T19:04:36","slug":"the-12-best-places-to-travel-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1465707","title":{"rendered":"The 12 Best Places to Travel in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The 12 Best Places to Travel in 2026<\/h1>\n
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By <\/span>Anna Grace Lee<\/span> and Liam Hess<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n

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It\u2019s the thick of winter, and you know what that means: We\u2019re dreaming of other places. Some warmth would be nice, but any change of scenery is welcome. As we reflected on and researched the destinations for this list of the best places to travel in 2026, we considered exciting upcoming events, museum openings, and eye-catching new accommodation options, plus the places our most well-traveled friends can\u2019t stop talking about. If you\u2019re seeking inspiration for your travel plans this year, look no further.<\/p>\n

From a conservation sanctuary on a private island in the Seychelles\u2014where giant tortoises and hawksbill sea turtles roam\u2014to the majestic waterfalls and fjords of Norway, to a banner year of cultural, culinary, and sporting events in Los Angeles, to horse-trekking and hiking through stunning alpine valleys in Kyrgyzstan, keep reading for all the places on Vogue<\/em>\u2019s travel itinerary this year.<\/p>\n

Norway<\/h2>\n
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A trip to Norway can satisfy both the sightseers and the leisure-seekers among us. In Oslo, check out the country\u2019s largest collection of art, architecture, and design at the National Museum, or soak up the wellness benefits of one of the floating saunas on the Oslo fjord, where, in the summer, people lie out in the sun and jump into the crisp water. Or take the Fl\u00e5m railway, which stops at the Kjosfossen waterfall, where you\u2019ll see mysterious women in red dresses dancing to Norwegian folk music amidst the cliffs. (It is still one of the wildest things I\u2019ve seen, and the village of Fl\u00e5m itself, though touristy, felt whimsical and otherworldly.)<\/p>\n

There are also some exciting new hotel openings, like the Relais & Chateaux property Yrti Island Retreat, which is slated to open in April 2026 in one of the country\u2019s oldest fishing communities on the island of Tr\u00e6na. If you\u2019re looking for a tried-and-true option, you can\u2019t go wrong with 62\u00b0 Nord\u2019s charming trio of hotels\u2014Storfjord, Hotel Union \u00d8ye, and Brosundet\u2014which are dotted around the striking fjords that snake inland from the port town of \u00c5lesund. And if culinary adventure is more your speed, try one of the newer additions to the Michelin star list, like Bergen\u2019s Gaptrast and Omakase by Sergey Pak. \u2014Anna Grace Lee<\/p>\n

Malta<\/h2>\n
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Many countries have been described as a crossroads of the world, but few can lay claim to that title quite like Malta. There\u2019s a fascinating air of cultures clashing that colors every corner of the island\u2014from the Arabic-style gallarija<\/em> balconies that adorn the buildings of its capital Valletta, to the Sicilian-influenced baked pastas served on the terraces of its restaurants, to the odd blazing red of an English postbox. (Across the centuries, with its prime location smack bang in the middle of the Mediterranean, the island has served as a strategic outpost for empires including the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and the British.)<\/p>\n

And this year, with a new wave of stylish hotel openings, there\u2019s never been a better time to visit. In the picturesque hilltop village of Attard, the historic Casa Bonavita is having the finishing touches applied before it opens in the spring. The 18th-century palazzo hotel\u2014which is surrounded by gardens teeming with fragrant olive blossoms and jasmine\u2014is the brainchild of Christopher and Suzanne Sharp, the co-founders of the fashion world-favorite homewares brand The Rug Company. Also gearing up to open its doors? Rom\u00e8gas, a 500-year-old protected palazzo in the heart of Valletta that was originally the home of a Knight of Malta. (Bonus points for the rooftop pool, which will offer a merciful respite from the heat of the city during the island\u2019s hot and heady summer months.) Oh, and there\u2019s also a splashy new museum for contemporary art, MICAS, which opened last year with an inaugural exhibition by the flamboyant Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos. This crossroads of the world is set to become a crossroads for design-conscious travelers, too. \u2014Liam Hess<\/p>\n

Los Angeles<\/h2>\n
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All signs point to 2026 being a big year for Los Angeles, as it continues to recover in the wake of last year\u2019s devastating fires. From March to June, chef Ren\u00e9 Redzepi will bring his world-famous gastronomic restaurant Noma to the city for a residency in Silver Lake, with a menu that promises to be \u201centirely locally sourced.\u201d In June and July, Los Angeles will host several FIFA World Cup matches, attracting swaths of fans. And in September, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art\u2014a museum founded by George Lucas and his wife, businesswoman Mellody Hobson\u2014will open, offering visitors an experience focused on visual storytelling in a futuristic building designed by Ma Yansong. The billion-dollar-plus museum will also feature props, models, costumes, and more from Star Wars<\/em> and Indiana Jones.<\/em> \u2014A.G.L.<\/p>\n

Egypt<\/h2>\n
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If you\u2019ve been holding out on visiting Egypt until the long-gestating Grand Egyptian Museum opened its doors, the wait is over: In November 2025, after two decades of construction, it\u2019s finally ready to showcase the complete collection of Tutankhamun\u2019s treasures for the first time in history (and much more besides). If that wasn\u2019t enough to tempt you to the Land of Pharaohs, there\u2019s a sophisticated new hospitality group ready to plan your Egyptian journey in style from beginning to end: the aptly named Egypt Beyond.<\/p>\n

Begin your trip at one of their beautifully appointed Art Deco apartments in the Immobilia building of Downtown Cairo\u2014already a favorite among the London fashion set, it\u2019s the perfect base for checking out the Giza pyramids or simply shopping in the city\u2019s teeming souks. Then, head to Luxor for a cruise on the newly unveiled Nile Canopus boat, which feels more like a floating boutique hotel than your typical cruise and will whisk you in style down to Aswan, exploring ancient ruins along the way. Finally, settle in at the classic Luxor stay Al Moudira Hotel\u2014also part of the Egypt Beyond group\u2014where you can wander through its corridors swathed in hand-painted tiles, out to the oasis-like gardens with their fruit trees and tropical plants, and then over to the Valley of the Kings, which sits right on the hotel\u2019s doorstep. We couldn\u2019t plan a better Egyptian itinerary if we tried. \u2014L.H.<\/p>\n

Estonia<\/h2>\n
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In the past, the Baltic state of Estonia has often been overlooked in favor of its Scandinavian neighbors\u2014but that\u2019s rapidly changing. This cosmopolitan, tech-forward nation has been enjoying a moment in the sun thanks to the charming medieval architecture, booming gastronomic scene, and vibrant nightlife of its capital, Tallinn. If you want to really get to grips with Estonian culture, however, it\u2019s worth heading out to one of the 2,000 rugged islands that dot its coastline along the Baltic Sea, where you\u2019ll find plenty of rustic retreats in nature reserves surrounded by pine forests and freshwater springs\u2014the perfect place to discover the country\u2019s smoke sauna culture, which was even the subject of an acclaimed 2023 documentary that premiered at Sundance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In 2026, expect the spotlight to shine most brightly on the wild, windswept island of Hiiumaa. This UNESCO-protected biosphere is the setting for Eha Retreat, a hotly anticipated sanctuary opening later this year with just eight suites and three secluded forest cabins to fully immerse yourself in the island\u2019s profound stillness. Guests will move through programs that blend ancestral Estonian healing rituals with modern science (think mineral-rich peat wraps and sound journeys curated for deep sleep), while the experience will be rounded out by hyper-seasonal menus crafted by Green Michelin Star chef Peeter Pihel (think foraged forest berries and seaweed). Every element of the stay will offer the opportunity to connect with the land, and the unique culture of Estonia as a whole. \u2014L.H.<\/p>\n

Florence, Italy<\/h2>\n
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As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence knows a thing or two about reinvention. And this year, a new guard of hotels is landing to shake the dust off the city\u2019s hotel scene. First, there\u2019s La R\u00e9serve Firenze, which is taking over a 15th-century palace in the city\u2019s ever-buzzy Oltrarno district, just a few minutes\u2019 walk from the centre, but mercifully removed from the high summer tourist scrum. Though it isn\u2019t really a hotel at all: it\u2019s actually made up of six private apartments designed to make you feel like you\u2019re staying in your friend\u2019s pad. (Assuming your friend is an especially stylish member of the Florentine aristocracy, that is.) And at the end of April, another iconic property in the hills of Fiesole is set to be reborn: Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, will open its doors following an 18-month renovation, with a refresh of its spectacular gardens and an expansive new spa complex by Guerlain.<\/p>\n

If you needed another<\/em> reason to visit? Florence\u2019s upcoming cultural calendar is equally impressive: the contemporary art hub Museo Sant\u2019Orsola\u2019s lengthy renovation is set to conclude this year, and there\u2019s a blockbuster Mark Rothko show opening in March at Palazzo Grassi, exploring the dialogue between the American artist\u2019s work and the Old Masters. (His monumental canvases and their hypnotic fields of colour will also be scattered across some of the city\u2019s historic museums for maximum immersion.) It may be one of the world\u2019s most timeless vacation destinations, but this year in Florence, you might discover something entirely new. \u2014L.H.<\/p>\n

Kyrgyzstan<\/h2>\n
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As my colleague Ali Farooqui wrote in our roundup of the best places Vogue<\/em> editors went in 2025, Kyrgyzstan offers a range of unforgettable experiences and sights, like horse trekking to Song-Kul Lake, yurt camping, and a \u201cnight sky so clear it didn\u2019t feel real.\u201d Last year, the Kyrgyz Nomad Trail added 600 miles of trail, making it an even more enticing destination for intrepid hikers looking to take in the country\u2019s alpine lakes and meadows on foot. \u2014A.G.L.<\/p>\n

Japan<\/h2>\n
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If you needed another reason to visit Japan, here you go: One of the world\u2019s most iconic hotels, the Park Hyatt Tokyo of Lost in Translation<\/em> fame, has recently reopened after a 19-month renovation. Stay overnight for the full experience, or just visit for the evening, sipping a cocktail at the New York Grill & Bar and taking in the city views from the 52nd floor as jazz plays softly in the background.<\/p>\n

Spring 2026 will also see the opening of Capella Kyoto, a luxury hotel housed in a former school in the Miyagawa-ch\u014d district of Kyoto, featuring traditional wooden townhouses with Kyoto-native materials and artisan collaborations. Plus: a Japanese counter restaurant made of salvaged school materials and a French brasserie.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s more, Shuri Castle in Naha, Okinawa, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former Ryukyu Kingdom center, is set to reopen in fall 2026, after rebuilding from a 2019 fire. From hot springs to ski mountains, to sacred destinations like Mount Koya, Japan truly has something for everyone. \u2014A.G.L.<\/p>\n

Devon, England<\/h2>\n
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With the blockbuster, Margot Robbie-starring adaptation of Wuthering Heights<\/em> releasing on Valentine\u2019s Day, literary-minded visitors will be flocking to the wild and windy moors of West Yorkshire this year. But if you\u2019re seeking a more off-the-beaten-track corner of England to explore, consider Devon, a scenic county in Southwest England\u2014and one that may receive its own film tourism boost, after a new adaptation of Sense and Sensibility<\/em> with Daisy Edgar-Jones was spotted filming there last year. (Expect it to hit cinemas in September.)<\/p>\n

In terms of places to stay, the region\u2019s revival has been led by the arrival of Fowlescombe Farm, a 450-acre regenerative retreat near the wilds of Dartmoor featuring 10 luxurious suites housed in timeworn stone barns and a Victorian farmhouse, decorated in a sleek but sensitive contemporary style. (Bonus points for the food too: in the refectory dining barn, Chef Elly Wentworth serves a field-to-fine dining menu dictated entirely by the produce available each day.) For those who prefer their countryside with a side of Regency romance, Olga Polizzi\u2019s Hotel Endsleigh remains the gold standard, offering 100 acres of Grade I-listed gardens and secret grottos on the Tamar Valley\u2019s edge. Meanwhile, The Pig-at-Combe just outside Exeter carries offbeat country charm aplenty\u2014some of the quirkier details include luxuriously appointed shepherd\u2019s huts for overnighting and a mini-spa offering massages in a former potting shed\u2014making it the ideal base for a weekend of coastal foraging or simply strolling across the moorlands. \u2014L.H.<\/p>\n

Seychelles<\/h2>\n
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Tropical paradises don\u2019t get more paradisical than the Seychelles, the archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean offering picture-postcard beaches, extraordinary wildlife, and a rich melting pot of cultures. And this year, there\u2019s a handful of new stays to lure travelers to its white sandy shores. (Admittedly, it\u2019s a bit of a schlep from the U.S., but it\u2019s worth the journey.)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In the summer, La R\u00e9serve Seychelles will open its doors on Praslin Island: consisting of six breezy beachside villas, the resort is set to become one of the country\u2019s most exclusive hideaways. If wildlife spotting and a sustainable stay are your top priority, this fall will also see the grand return of Fregate Island, a conservation sanctuary on a private island where Aldabra giant tortoises and hawksbill sea turtles roam. Here, you\u2019ll find 14 private villas and three \u201cestates,\u201d all of which offer access to the island\u2019s state-of-the-art regenerative spa, 25-acre hydroponic farm, and its very own rum distillery. For budget-conscious travelers, there are several excellent options on the main island of Mah\u00e9, where you can spend your days beach hopping and immersing yourself in the Creole culture (including plenty of Seychellois grilled fish and coconut curries). \u2014L.H.<\/p>\n

Alberta, Canada<\/h2>\n
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It\u2019s no secret that Alberta is a place of awe-inspiring natural beauty: the snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains, the turquoise shimmer of Lakes Louise and Jasper, the rustic charm of towns like Waterton and Canmore. But even within a land that seems to exist beyond time\u2014it\u2019s the richest source of dinosaur fossils on the planet, after all\u2014there\u2019s a sense the Canadian province is having a moment.<\/p>\n

You could chalk that up, at least in part, to a wave of happenings in and around Banff National Park. There\u2019s the grand reopening of the Rimrock Resort Hotel this summer, which is currently undergoing a design-forward revamp to become a flagship property in Accor\u2019s new luxury Emblems Collection, and will serve as the perfect year-round base for alpine adventure in the region. (It sits on the slopes of the breathtaking Sulphur Mountain.) Then, there\u2019s the recent unveiling of Basin Glacial Waters, a new thermal bathing destination attached to the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel and designed by Italian architect Matteo Thun, featuring over 19,000 square feet of saunas, steam rooms, and cold plunge pools fed directly by the Victoria Glacier. It\u2019s a slice of Nordic wellness in the heart of the Canadian wilderness\u2014and as good a reason as any to head to Alberta in 2026. \u2014L.H.<\/p>\n

Botswana<\/h2>\n
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As far as African safari destinations go, it\u2019s hard to beat Botswana: there are few settings as spectacular for wildlife sightings as the Okavango Delta, the lush oasis in the heart of the Kalahari Desert. And thanks to the country\u2019s \u201clow volume, high value\u201d tourism model, the majority of stays here are intimate, high-end camps that emphasize a fierce commitment to conservation. (Of course, that means a trip to Botswana comes with the price tags to match\u2014but it\u2019s worth the additional expense to have the kind of magical, once-in-a-lifetime encounter only this kind of safari experience can provide.)<\/p>\n

It only makes sense, then, that the South Africa-based safari brand Singita\u2014arguably the pinnacle of high-end safaris, with its purpose-driven philosophy, exceptional service, and stylish camps\u2014is finally setting up shop in the Abu Concession, sitting within 170,000 hectares of untouched wilderness across the Okavango. Elela, which takes its name from the Setswana word for \u201cto flow,\u201d is designed to mirror the seasonality of the Okavango Delta with eight circular, stilted camps that offer 360-degree views of the shifting floodplains. Expect this to top every safari junkie\u2019s wish list when it opens in December. \u2014L.H.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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