The Top 10 Trending Destinations for 2026

The top 10 trending destinations for 2026 include some of the world’s most beautiful natural scenery, biodiversity and human cultural traditions, according to American Express Travel’s annual Trending Destinations list. 

The list is compiled with data from global American Express Card Member travel bookings and insights from Amex Travel’s network of travel consultants.

The top ten destinations are as follows: 

• Indian Himalayas
• Killarney, Ireland
• Las Vegas, Nevada
• Marrakech, Morocco
• Marbella, Spain
• Okinawa Islands, Japan
• Panama City, Panama
• Papagayo Peninsula, Costa Rica
• San Juan Mountains, Colorado
• St. Julian’s, Malta 

From a small fishing town to unforgettable mountain ranges to colorful cities rich with entertainment and culture, there’s a destination for a diverse range of trips.

“Travel is an incredible passion for our Card Members, and we know they are looking for curated inspiration for the range of trips they want to take,” said Audrey Hendley, President of American Express Travel. “The 2026 Trending Destinations list offers that curated inspiration, and booking with Amex Travel offers premium benefits and experiences that we know are meaningful to Card Members.”

From the vast mountains of the Himalayas and the stunning vistas of the San Juan Mountains to the islands of Okinawa and Malta, these destinations almost all offer incredible natural beauty and scenery, not to mention centuries-old traditions and cultures. 

Others, like Las Vegas, are known for their entertainment and nightlife, or experiences that can’t be had anywhere else in the world. 

(Editor’s note from My Journey Begins Travel: Las Vegas has suffered a major tourism decline in 2025, so any reversal of that trend would be welcome news).

This article originally appeared in TravelPulse, with additional content from AmericanExpress.com.

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