Every great journey begins with curiosity. Whether you’re planning your first international trip or searching for your next adventure, exploring new destinations brings incredible opportunities.
Our Top Picks This Year
We looked at traveler reviews, seasonal weather, and new direct flight routes to choose the ten places we are most excited about for 2026. Each one offers something different, from quiet beaches to cities full of food and culture.
Bali, Indonesia
Kyoto, Japan
Lake Bled, Slovenia
Cape Town, South Africa
Santorini, Greece
Banff, Canada
Marrakech, Morocco
Phuket, Thailand
Reykjavik, Iceland
Lisbon, Portugal
When to Go
Shoulder seasons are your friend. April to June and September to October bring milder weather, smaller crowds, and better hotel rates in most of these destinations.
Start With One
Pick the destination that excites you most and build from there. Our team can tailor any of these places into a five to ten day journey.
Final Thoughts
The best journeys are the ones that inspire you to see the world differently. Start planning, stay curious, and let every adventure become a story worth remembering.
Written by
Sophia Reed
Destination Specialist
Sophia has lived in Bali, Lisbon, and Kyoto and specializes in island and cultural journeys. She writes many of our destination guides and loves finding the places locals recommend.
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