One UK city amongst the top 10 trending destinations for 2026 according to Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards - see full list
Today, Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform, announces the winners of its 2026 Travellers’ Choice Awards.
Based on 12 months of review data from Tripadvisor’s global travel community, the awards showcase travellers’ favourite destinations, helping people plan unforgettable trips and uncover the world’s best experiences. The awards span seven sub-categories: Top Destinations, Trending Destinations, Culture & History Destinations, Food Destinations, Honeymoon Destinations and Solo Travel Destinations.
In this article we take a look at the top 10 trending destinations for 2026. This year, the No. 1 Trending Destination in the World, according to Tripadvisor, is the Portuguese island of Madeira.
With stunning scenery, beautiful architecture and mild weather year-round, this is the perfect escape at any time. Take a Canyoning in Madeira Island tour, to get an intimate look at the island’s native wildlife and geography across Funchal’s Ecological Park.
The UK destinations trending for 2026 are Glasgow and Belfast. Coming in at No. 7, Glasgow stands out for its bold contemporary culture, as the UK’s first UNESCO City of Music, and also has a vibrant dining scene.
It’s also the perfect setting off point to visit some of Scotland’s most dramatic landscapes, with day trips to Oban, Glencoe and The Highlands. Belfast, comes in at No. 24. A city where powerful storytelling meets modern creativity, visitors can explore the city’s museums, street art, and legendary pub music scene. This black cab tour will give you a personal look at the city’s history and culture through the eyes of a local.
Trending Destinations - World
- Madeira, Portugal
- Tbilisi, Georgia
- Chicago, US
- Quy Nhon, Vietnam
- Puerto Escondido, Mexico
- Milan, Italy
- Glasgow, UK
- Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Recife, Brazil
- San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina