4 major travel trends for 2026, according to Kayak

"Airfare is easing, Europe is drawing more interest, and a few surprising hotspots are emerging — including one destination riding a wave of superfans"

Americans have been planning their 2026 travels for months, and Kayak has spotted some interesting shifts. 

The company compared 2026 search data on its site to 2025 figures to identify what’s changing in the year ahead, compiling a travel trend report.

“Airfare is easing, Europe is drawing more interest, and a few surprising hotspots are emerging —including one destination riding a wave of superfans,” Kayak said.

Continue reading to understand the four major trends shaping 2026 travel.

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Kayak found a spike in travel interest for the coming year, with searches up 9% compared to 2025. This may be because prices for 2026 have largely stayed stable, or even slightly decreased compared to........

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