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Our 2026 picks champion a better way to travel the world: responsibly, creatively, and with eyes on places long overlooked.

Coming face-to-face with the world’s biggest fish is one of the world’s biggest thrills. They may be sharks, but these giant creatures are actually quite docile and whether you want to swim with them or simply marvel at their size, here’s where to go.

The island is unlike anyplace else in the Caribbean. You can feel it in the air—and taste it in its rum.

Why visit just one of the highest peaks in the world when you can visit many of them?

Sleeping bags accepted, but not required.

Sure, you could pop into your favorite shop for a bar of fine, made-in-Ecuador chocolate. Or you could travel to the country for a choose-your-own chocolate adventure.

This beloved Austrian dessert is more than a culinary classic—it’s a source of national pride.

Headlines have portrayed Australia’s bucket-list destination as dead, or dying. But that’s an oversimplification of a complex story—and the most dire threat from tourism may be what you least expect.

Those Picasso and Monet paintings aren’t what they seem at this fascinating art museum. And that’s precisely the point.

Your guide to adrenaline-pumping, wildlife-filled, off-the-beaten-path experiences across all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.

From bourbon-infused scoops to fully loaded floats, get your fix of drinks and dessert at these booze-forward ice cream parlors.

Old-World charm, diverse natural landscapes, and affordable prices make the lesser-frequented Balkan Peninsula a must-visit for adventurous travelers.

On a summit adventure of Russia’s Mount Elbrus, writer Kathleen Rellihan finds that politics aside, a country’s people and its peaks should be experienced firsthand.

It isn’t an easy hike, but few journeys offer insight into indigenous life in Colombia like a trek to the ancient city of Teyuna.

Long tables, gorgeous settings, and—of course—great beer make these spots destination worthy.