As we finally step into the final weeks of the year, it’s the perfect time to set our sights on the new and exciting adventures awaiting us in 2026. Travel is already trending strong, and to ensure you secure the best experiences and ideal accommodations, our team has curated their most highly recommended destinations for the year ahead. Here are the places that we believe will offer the most inspiring and rewarding journeys in 2026:

Harvest festivals are an incredible way to experience a destination's culture in a really authentic way. If you're looking to plan a trip that is rich in culture and full of life, here is a guide to some of the world's most incredible harvest festivals to experience in fall 2025.

Gardens can be surprisingly great for that, offering a relaxing and meditative place to enjoy the warmer weather. And while some are nice for a quiet stroll, others are genuinely standout spots – places with cool stories, unique designs, or that just make you go "wow." They’re the kind of gardens that offer more than just pretty flowers; they give you a real feel for a place or an artist's vision, and honestly, they’re just fascinating places to explore.

Tauck has been a leader in global travel for a century, earning a trusted name through decades of exceptional journeys. With over 150 carefully crafted itineraries across all seven continents, Tauck offers enriching experiences in more than 70 countries worldwide. Throughout its 100-year history, Tauck has built a reputation for delivering unparalleled, all-inclusive travel for those seeking a seamless and immersive way to explore the world.