Travel in 2026 | experience economy 2.0

People are choosing trips based on how they want to feel, and that’s really what the experience economy 2.0 looks like. In this guide, I pulled insights from the biggest travel and hospitality reports for 2026 and broke down everything from high-energy trips like Rio Carnival, World Cup, and Detty December in Lagos to emerging spots like the Red Sea, Phu Quoc, and the Faroe Islands. You’ll find ideas for solo travel, beaches and wellness, food-focused trips, rare events like the 2026 solar eclipse, and more. If you’re planning travel next year, start here.