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Waterfront boardwalks? Cruises? Historic forts?
Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel platform, has revealed the winners of its 2026 Travellers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Destinations, and one Canadian spot has made the list.
Highlighting the most popular and trending travel spots for 2026, this year’s list recognizes 270 destinations across 60 countries.
Compiled from 12 months of review data submitted by Tripadvisor’s global travel community, the awards spotlight travellers’ favourite destinations and help users plan memorable trips by showcasing the world’s top experiences.
The awards are divided into seven categories: Top Destinations, Trending Destinations, Culture & History, Food, Honeymoon, and Solo Travel.
Read more: two Canadian spots ranked Time Out's best places to travel in 2026
What are Tripadvisor's top destinations in the world for 2026?
1. Bali, Indonesia
2. London, UK
3. Dubai, UAE
4. Hanoi, Vietnam
5. Paris, France
6. Rome, Italy
7. Marrakech, Morocco
8. Bangkok, Thailand
9. Crete, Greece
10. New York City, US
What are Tripadvisor’s trending destinations in the world for 2026?
1. Madeira, Portugal
2. Tbilisi, Georgia
3. Chicago, US
4. Quy Nhon, Vietnam
5. Puerto Escondido, Mexico
6. Milan, Italy
7. Glasgow, UK
8. Abu Dhabi, UAE
9. Recife, Brazil
10. San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
What Canadian destination was ranked the top travel spot for 2026?
Halifax, Canada, was named one of the top destinations for 2026.
According to the ranking, Halifax is in the midst of a moment. New development in the Queen’s Marque district is injecting fresh life into the waterfront, while cultural institutions like the Museum of Natural History are expanding to spotlight Mi’kmaw history and perspectives.
At the same time, beloved mainstays—such as the Halifax Jazz Festival—continue to evolve, proving that the city’s cultural pulse is stronger than ever.
For more information about Tripadvisor's 2026 Travellers’ Choice Awards, click here.
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