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2026 travel trends: What will Americans do next year?
Major events like the Winter Olympics, FIFA World Cup, and USA 250 celebrations are driving 65% of top travel searches, with rising interest in U.S. national parks and international destinations.
- Next year, major events and national celebrations will drive travel demand, featuring the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Italy and nationwide USA 250 celebrations.
- Katy Nastro of Going.com says travel choices are driven by bucket-list goals, pop-culture moments, and Gen Z favors 1-2 day international city getaways via a TikTok trend.
- Airbnb reports interest in U.S. national parks surged 35 percent and flagged Acadia, Shenandoah, Great Smoky Mountains, and Yosemite, while searches increased 14% for Christchurch.
- Host cities for major events and U.S. national parks may face crowding and lodging pressure as the Department of Transportation's Great American Road Trip signals rising domestic travel demand.
- Data from platforms including Airbnb and Kayak indicate that major sporting events like the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina will influence U.S. travel patterns in 2026, with the World Cup also expected to draw crowds.
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