Travel Trends 2027: Where Americans Are Traveling
Destinations, trip length and trends from the eDreams ODIGEO A Year in Travel report, plus a first look at 2027
eDreams ODIGEO's annual A Year in Travel report breaks down flight searches and bookings from domestic and international travelers throughout 2026. Taking cues from those numbers, we put together this read on where people are heading in 2027.
Short, spontaneous domestic getaways led the year. Las Vegas was the most-booked destination, New York City the most-searched, and San Francisco and Mexico City grew fastest. For 2027, Tokyo already leads the wish list.
59%
of trips lasted four days or fewer
+87%
bookings to San Francisco vs. 2025
68%
of hotel stays were one or two nights
18%
of visitors booking US trips with eDreams ODIGEO came from France
Where Americans went in 2026
Top 10 most-booked destinations for American travelers in 2026
Las Vegas, United States
The Strip runs past the Bellagio fountains, Caesars Palace and the replica Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas. Downtown, Fremont Street has the older casinos under a canopy of LED screens.
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Orlando, United States
Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld are all a short drive from each other. Between park days, International Drive has restaurants, attractions and outlet shopping.
Flights to Orlando
Fort Lauderdale, United States
Fort Lauderdale Beach and the shops and restaurants of Las Olas Boulevard are a short ride apart. Boat tours run along the city's canals, and Port Everglades is one of Florida's main cruise ports.
Flights to Fort Lauderdale
Atlanta, United States
The Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola and the College Football Hall of Fame are all around Centennial Olympic Park. The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park is a short ride east of downtown.
Flights to Atlanta
Dallas, United States
Dealey Plaza and the Sixth Floor Museum tell the story of President Kennedy's assassination. The Dallas Arts District, with the Dallas Museum of Art and the Nasher Sculpture Center, is a few blocks away.
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Denver, United States
Union Station, LoDo and Larimer Square are the heart of downtown, with Coors Field nearby. Red Rocks Amphitheatre, west of the city, hosts concerts between giant red sandstone rocks.
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Los Angeles, United States
The Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Griffith Observatory and the Getty Center are spread across the city, so a car or rideshare helps. Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach are on the coast to the west.
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New York City, United States
Times Square, Central Park and the Empire State Building are all in or near Midtown Manhattan. Ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island leave from Battery Park at the southern tip of the island.
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Chicago, United States
Millennium Park, home to the Cloud Gate sculpture, is right next to the Art Institute of Chicago. Architecture boat tours on the Chicago River pass skyscrapers including the Willis Tower.
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Miami, United States
South Beach has the Art Deco Historic District along Ocean Drive and a long stretch of sand. On the mainland, Wynwood is known for its street murals and Little Havana for Calle Ocho and Cuban food.
Flights to MiamiHouston, San Juan and Newark followed close behind. Mexico City was the most-booked destination outside the United States and its territories, followed by Guadalajara.
Top 10 most-searched destinations by American travelers in 2026
New York City, United States
Walk the Brooklyn Bridge to DUMBO, or spend a day at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and MoMA in Manhattan. The High Line, a park built on an old elevated rail line, runs through Chelsea.
Flights to New York City Orlando, United States
Beyond the theme parks, the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex on the Atlantic coast is an easy day trip east. In the city, Lake Eola Park and nearby Winter Park are good for a slower day.
Flights to Orlando Fort Lauderdale, United States
Hollywood Beach and its Broadwalk are just south of the city, and Miami is an easy drive further south. Airboat tours into the Everglades run from parks west of town.
Flights to Fort Lauderdale Los Angeles, United States
Downtown has The Broad and the Walt Disney Concert Hall, while Hollywood has the TCL Chinese Theatre. Malibu's beaches and the Santa Monica Mountains are a drive up the coast.
Flights to Los Angeles Las Vegas, United States
The Strip is only part of the trip, since Hoover Dam and Red Rock Canyon are both easy day trips from the city. The Grand Canyon West Rim can also be visited in a long day.
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Tokyo, Japan
Shibuya Crossing, the Senso-ji temple in Asakusa and the Meiji Shrine are all easy to reach by train. Day trips go to Nikko, Kamakura and Hakone, where Mount Fuji can be seen on clear days.
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San Francisco, United States
The Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and the cable cars are the classic sights. Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown and the Mission District are a short ride apart, and Napa Valley is an easy day trip north.
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London, United Kingdom
The British Museum, the National Gallery and Tate Modern hold some of the city's best-known art and history collections. The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament are along or near the Thames.
Flights to London Miami, United States
Key Biscayne and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park are a short drive from downtown across the Rickenbacker Causeway. Downtown, the Pérez Art Museum Miami overlooks Biscayne Bay, and Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is just south.
Flights to Miami Chicago, United States
Navy Pier and the Lakefront Trail along Lake Michigan are easy walks from the Magnificent Mile. Wrigley Field, home of the Cubs, is in the North Side neighborhood of Wrigleyville.
Flights to ChicagoTokyo was the most-searched destination outside the Americas, and Paris also made the year's top 20.
Fastest-growing destinations for American travelers: bookings in 2026 vs. 2025
San Francisco, United States
Bookings grew 87% compared with 2025. Golden Gate Park has the de Young Museum and the California Academy of Sciences, and the Ferry Building on the Embarcadero is a food hall with views of the Bay Bridge.
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Mexico City, Mexico
Bookings rose 76% year over year. The historic center and Xochimilco are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the National Museum of Anthropology is in Chapultepec Park.
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Minneapolis-St. Paul, United States
61% more bookings than in 2025. Minneapolis has the Walker Art Center and its Sculpture Garden with the Spoonbridge and Cherry, while the Mall of America is in nearby Bloomington.
Flights to Minneapolis-St. Paul
Washington, D.C., United States
Bookings were up 49% on 2025. The National Mall links the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument and the US Capitol, with many of the Smithsonian museums along it.
Flights to Washington Denver, United States
Up 37% in bookings over 2025. Rocky Mountain National Park is an easy day trip northwest, and the Denver Art Museum sits across Civic Center Park from the Colorado State Capitol.
Flights to DenverTop hotel destinations for American travelers in 2026
When it came to hotels, Americans looked across the Atlantic.
1. Madrid
Madrid, Spain
Hotels around Sol and Gran Vía put you near the Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace. Barrio de las Letras, between Sol and the Paseo del Prado, is close to the Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofía museums.
Hotels in MadridHotel stays were brief: 68% were for one or two nights. Hotel bookings grew fastest in Punta Cana (+85%), Buenos Aires (+45%) and San Francisco (+43%).
Visitors to the US and a first look at 2027
Travelers from France made up the largest share of visitors booking US trips through eDreams ODIGEO in 2026 (18%), followed by Spain (14%), Germany (10%), Italy (7%) and Mexico (6%). New York City was their favorite US destination, ahead of Miami, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Orlando.
For 2027, Tokyo, London and Paris lead early searches by American travelers. Asia is strongly represented, with Bangkok, Manila, Ho Chi Minh City and Seoul all in the top 15.
How long Americans traveled
Share of trips by length in 2026. Americans traveled in short, sharp bursts.
The trends that shaped 2026
Solo travel
In the eDreams ODIGEO global survey, freedom is the main reason people travel alone (38%), followed by friends or family being unavailable (30%) and self-discovery (27%). Most solo travelers prefer short trips: 43% say 4 to 7 days is ideal, and 60% choose to fly. In the US, 43% would travel solo for mental clarity. And 36% of solo travelers globally would go anywhere in the world.
Social media
39% of travelers globally have been inspired by social media to visit somewhere new, and hidden gems are the biggest draw (31%). Americans are the most influenced, at 49%, followed by Spain (48%) and Italy (44%). The UK is lowest at 25%. And 35% would post positively about a disappointing vacation.
Music and sports
After Celine Dion tickets were released, flight searches to Paris rose 52% year over year. Shakira's Madrid residency drove searches from France up 486% and from Germany up 463%, and Bruno Mars' London dates pushed German searches up 966%. In sports, UK searches to Budapest rose 99% week over week once Arsenal reached the Champions League final, and UK-Miami searches rose 321% week over week for England's World Cup quarter-final. Soccer is the top draw for 53% of fans, and 31% would cut back on everyday luxuries to afford a sports trip.
Escaping the heat
Globally, 34% of travelers would choose a nature detox break. During June's heatwave, UK searches rose for Gothenburg (+33%) and Stockholm (+22%). Globally, Oslo led with +42%.
At the airport and on board
Globally, 59% of travelers prefer to arrive at the airport early. Line-cutting is the biggest annoyance (48%), followed by people blocking seats with their belongings (45%). One in three would always help a fellow passenger stow their luggage: Italians and Germans are the most willing (40%), Brits the least (22%). 44% say middle armrests should be shared.
Americans overpack
Globally, 54% of travelers pack more than one pair of underwear per day, and Americans pack the most (64%). The French pack the lightest, with 14% taking less than one pair a day. Back home, 26% shower right away and 12% leave their suitcase unpacked for up to 3 to 5 days.
Methodology
The eDreams ODIGEO A Year in Travel 2026 report is based on flight booking data from the company's online travel agency brands (eDreams, Opodo, GO Voyages and Travellink). It covers January 1 to October 31, 2026, compared with the same dates in 2025. Travel dates: January 1 to December 31, 2026, compared with the same dates in 2025, and January 1 to December 31, 2027.
This year, eDreams ODIGEO also surveyed travelers worldwide to look more closely at their travel habits and behaviors.
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