TRAVEL + LEISURE ANNOUNCES 2026 WORLD'S BEST AWARDS, SHOWCASING THE TOP TRAVEL DESTINATIONS, HOTELS, AIRLINES, AND MORE

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Travel + Leisure (NYSE:TNL) released its 2026 World's Best Awards, based on insights from more than 207,000 readers. The rankings highlight top destinations, hotels, airlines, cruise lines, and travel experiences worldwide.

Key winners include San Miguel de Allende as Best City, Patina Osaka as Best Hotel, and Koh Samui as Best Island.

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The 2026 World’s Best Awards highlight Travel + Leisure’s global brand reach, with destinations and travel providers ranked from a survey of more than 207,000 readers. Investors may watch how such visibility translates into engagement ahead of the next earnings report.

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FROM A HISTORIC BOSTON HOTEL TO A REIMAGINED JERSEY SHORE INN, BOUTIQUE PROPERTIES SHINE IN THIS YEAR'S RANKINGS

NEW YORK, July 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Travel + Leisure today announced the results of its 2026 World's Best Awards, revealing the destinations, hotels, airlines, cruise lines, and travel experiences that earned top honors from readers around the world. With insights from more than 207,000 readers, the annual survey offers a snapshot of the places, brands, and experiences resonating with travelers today. The full list of winners is available now on travelandleisure.com and in the August issue of Travel + Leisure, on newsstands July 17.

This year's rankings highlight a mix of first-time winners, standout newcomers, and enduring favorites. Koh Samui, Thailand, earned the distinction of Best Island in the World for the first time, while EVA Air rose to the top spot among international airlines. New and reimagined hotels also made an impression on readers, with Patina Osaka in Japan named the Best Hotel in the World and Hotel Albatross in Ocean Grove, New Jersey, taking top honors as the Best Continental Inn in the U.S. Meanwhile, Santa Fe, New Mexico, retained its position as the Best City in the U.S., continuing its appeal among travelers seeking distinctive destinations rich in culture and history.

"This year's rankings showcase a mix of exciting newcomers and enduring favorites," said Jacqui Gifford, Editor in Chief of Travel + Leisure. "From Koh Samui's rise to the top of our islands list to the continued popularity of destinations like San Miguel de Allende and Yellowstone, the winners reflect travelers' interest in destinations that feel distinctive, memorable, and deeply rooted in place."

Below are select highlights from this year's World's Best Awards, with expanded rankings and editorial coverage available online.

TOP 10 WORLD'S BEST CITIES 2026:

1. San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
2. Kyoto, Japan
3. Chiang Mai, Thailand
4. Hoi An, Vietnam
5. Oaxaca, Mexico
6. Bangkok, Thailand
7. Jerusalem, Israel
8. Siem Reap, Cambodia
9. Mexico City, Mexico
10. Tokyo, Japan

TOP 10 U.S. CITIES 2026:

1. Santa Fe, New Mexico
2. Charleston, South Carolina
3. Savannah, Georgia
4. New Orleans, Louisiana
5. Chicago, Illinois
6. Fort Worth, Texas
7. Honolulu, Hawaii
8. New York, New York
9. Alexandria, Virginia
10. Greenville, South Carolina

TRAVEL + LEISURE WORLD'S BEST AWARDS 2026 WINNER HIGHLIGHTS:

BEST CITY IN THE WORLD: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
BEST CITY IN THE U.S.: Santa Fe, New Mexico
BEST HOTEL IN THE WORLD: Patina Osaka, Japan
BEST HOTEL BRAND IN THE WORLD: Capella Hotels & Resorts
BEST ISLAND IN THE WORLD: Koh Samui, Thailand
BEST ISLAND IN THE U.S.: Golden Isles, Georgia
BEST U.S. NATIONAL PARK: Yellowstone
BEST CAR RENTAL COMPANY IN THE WORLD: National Car Rental
BEST TRAIN IN THE WORLD: Andean Explorer, a Belmond Train
BEST AIRLINE IN THE WORLD: EVA Air
BEST AIRLINE IN THE U.S.: JSX
BEST AIRPORT IN THE WORLD: Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
BEST AIRPORT IN THE U.S.: T. F. Green International Airport, Rhode Island
BEST MEGA-SHIP OCEAN CRUISE LINE IN THE WORLD: Virgin Voyages
BEST LARGE-SHIP OCEAN CRUISE LINE IN THE WORLD: Disney Cruise Line
BEST MIDSIZE-SHIP OCEAN CRUISE LINE IN THE WORLD: Crystal
BEST SMALL-SHIP OCEAN CRUISE LINE IN THE WORLD: Viking
BEST INTIMATE-SHIP OCEAN CRUISE LINE IN THE WORLD: Quasar Expeditions
BEST RIVER CRUISE LINE IN THE WORLD: The Oberoi Luxury Nile Cruisers
BEST TOUR OPERATOR IN THE WORLD: TCS World Travel
BEST SAFARI OPERATOR IN THE WORLD: Rothschild Safaris

Travel + Leisure Editor in Chief Jacqui Gifford will host a World's Best Awards celebration at The Pool in New York City in honor of this year's winners, sponsored by Capital One.

Travel + Leisure will also host the third annual World's Best Summit New York this July, followed by the inaugural World's Best Summit London in October, bringing together travel industry leaders for conversations on the trends shaping the future of global travel.

ABOUT TRAVEL + LEISURE
Travel + Leisure is the preeminent voice for the sophisticated traveler, serving up expert intelligence and the most immersive travel lifestyle content anywhere. Travel + Leisure captures the joy of discovering the cultural pleasures the world has to offer, from art and design to shopping and style to food and drink. Travel + Leisure connects with its audience across platforms including the U.S. flagship and six international print editions, digital channels, the annual World's Best franchise and more. Launched in 1971, Travel + Leisure is part of the People Inc. publishing family and is owned by Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE: TNL).

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FAQ

What are the 2026 Travel + Leisure (NYSE:TNL) World's Best Awards?

The 2026 World's Best Awards are reader-voted rankings of top global travel experiences. According to Travel + Leisure, more than 207,000 readers rated destinations, hotels, airlines, cruise lines, and operators, creating a snapshot of where travelers most enjoy staying and exploring now.

Which city won Best City in the World in Travel + Leisure's 2026 World's Best Awards?

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, was named Best City in the World in 2026. According to Travel + Leisure, it tops a global top-10 list that also includes Kyoto, Chiang Mai, Hoi An, Oaxaca, Bangkok, Jerusalem, Siem Reap, Mexico City, and Tokyo.

Which destinations and properties were key winners in the 2026 World's Best Awards from TNL?

Key winners include San Miguel de Allende as Best City, Santa Fe as Best U.S. City, and Patina Osaka as Best Hotel. According to Travel + Leisure, Koh Samui earned Best Island in the World, while Golden Isles was named Best Island in the U.S.

Which airlines and airports topped Travel + Leisure's 2026 World's Best Awards?

EVA Air was named Best Airline in the World and JSX Best Airline in the U.S. According to Travel + Leisure, Singapore Changi Airport earned Best Airport in the World, while T. F. Green International Airport in Rhode Island was recognized as Best Airport in the U.S.

What cruise lines were recognized in the 2026 Travel + Leisure (TNL) World's Best Awards?

Virgin Voyages was named Best Mega-Ship Ocean Cruise Line, and Disney Cruise Line led the large-ship category. According to Travel + Leisure, Crystal, Viking, Quasar Expeditions, and The Oberoi Luxury Nile Cruisers topped midsize, small, intimate, and river cruise rankings, respectively.

Which U.S. destinations led Travel + Leisure's 2026 World's Best Awards for cities and national parks?

Santa Fe, New Mexico, was named Best City in the U.S., with Charleston and Savannah following. According to Travel + Leisure, Yellowstone was recognized as Best U.S. National Park, reflecting strong reader interest in culturally rich cities and iconic nature destinations.

What events will Travel + Leisure (NYSE:TNL) host around the 2026 World's Best Awards?

Travel + Leisure will host a World's Best Awards celebration at The Pool in New York City. According to Travel + Leisure, it will also hold a third annual World's Best Summit in New York in July and an inaugural London Summit in October.