Vacation locations our travel group anticipates will be big next year

IN a couple of months, 2025 will pertain to an end, however you might currently be seeking to reserve your vacation for next year & & we’re here to assist with the most popular locations of 2026.

Sun Travel has actually created 12 locations that our company believe will be hotspots around the world for next year, from Asia to Iceland and even a spectacular staycation right here in the UK.

Albania

Head of Travel at The Sun, Lisa Minot, states: “It might no longer be a trick, however Albania will come forward in 2026 as a mainstream vacation location.

” For the last number of years, the nation’s sensational shoreline together with the Ionian Sea has actually been drawing in visitors trying to find the charm of Greece and Italy without the cost.

” And the huge travel companies have actually kept in mind. Low-priced airline companies consisting of Ryanair and Wizz Air have actually broadened the variety of paths from the UK to the capital Tirana, and the brand-new Vlore International Airport is set up to be totally functional by March of next year, a much more hassle-free entrance to the Albanian Riviera.

” TUI introduced its very first bundle vacation program to Albania this summertime and is broadening its offering in 2026, using all-encompassing and half-board vacations on the long, sandy beaches of the Durres Riviera from ₤ 356 pp.

” Both Jet2holidays and easyJet vacations have actually likewise introduced flights to Tirana and use a series of city and beach breaks.

” While the tourist facilities might still be establishing, the worth for cash, gorgeous beaches and crystal clear waters are a substantial draw.”

Morocco

The Sun’s Deputy Travel Editor, Kara Godfrey, states: “As the expense of living crisis continues to impact Brits scheduling vacations, households wish to discover economical locations where their cash goes even more.

” And when it pertains to inexpensive winter season sun, without the long flight, Morocco is among the most significant deals out there.

And anticipate it to be even larger next year, as the nation hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

” Airlines, consisting of Ryanair, Jet2 and British Airways, are all releasing more flights to Morocco next year also.

” I personally go to Morocco every winter season for a low-cost, warm break. If you desire the pressure and some early Christmas present shopping, I advise Marrakesh.”

Kara continued: “Otherwise, some beach and browse time is best at Taghazout, or some culture and peace in Casablanca.

” You can still discover inexpensive January vacations too, with 7 nights for just ₤ 139 each with loveholidays.”

Glasgow, Scotland

The Sun’s travel author Helen Wright, states: “The Scottish city of Glasgow is having a little a minute, making it on to Time Out’s list of the very best cities worldwide, and for great factor. Plus you can fly there in simply over one hour for ₤ 40.

” With an exceptional arts and music scene, Glasgow is among the very best cities for a night out and is abundant in culture with a wealth of museums, galleries and renowned architecture.

” It’s economical too, with lots of exceptional dining establishments, pop-ups and street food suppliers that provide a taste of the city beyond the fried Mars bar.

” The stylish location of Finnieston is the location to go. A previous enterprise zone, these stretching storage facilities are now art areas, music locations and hipster-fuelled markets.

” For something extremely cool to go, get a table at Trust. This cool area was opened by popular chef Modo Diagne, and you pay just ₤ 30 for 5 surprise courses. A food lover pleasure.”

Koh Samui, Thailand

The Sun’s Travel Press reporter, Alice Penwill, states: “Koh Samui has actually been big given that it was revealed as the place for White Lotus season 3.

” Given that the series aired in February of this year, the teasing of blue waters and white sand beaches will have lured individuals to reserve a break next year.

” The island provides a taste of high-end, which you’ll see on White Lotus, and while very few people will be scheduling into the 4 Seasons, you can still remain at amazing hotels for a lot less expensive than in parts of Europe.

” If you book beforehand, or out of peak season, you can get some lots at beachfront hotels that have infinity swimming pools and quite bars.

” With Expedia, you can discover inexpensive offers like a 5 night remain at a The Bulin House, a 3 star self-catered apartment or condo ₤ 95 for 2 individuals.

” Thailand is thought about among the most affordable vacation locations, so it makes monetary sense to consume beyond the hotel for genuine Thai meals that will not spend a lot – and great deals of bars will have 2 for one delighted hour too.”

” The only drawback to Koh Samui is the journey – I went to the island just recently and can concur that the flight is intimidating and long, however it’s well worth it.”

Billund, Denmark

The Sun’s Head of Travel (Digital), Caroline McGuire, states: “Billund in Denmark has actually been on British households’ radars for many years, thanks to the truth that it is the home of Lego.

” However it’s set for a huge increase over the next 12 months, as London Gatwick and Edinburgh both get spending plan Norwegian flights to Billund Airport.

” Gatwick’s flights introduced in July of this year, and Edinburgh is getting theirs next summertime – and they are wonderfully brief at around 1h40mins, which suggests it’s so fast that cabin team do not even trouble doing a beverages round.

” Given that the foot-busting plastic bricks were created nearly 80 years earlier, the small town has actually mushroomed into a first-rate vacation location.

” Legoland amusement park, Lego Home – where you invest all the time structure. Wow, experience park, with acres and acres of high ropes courses, treetop internet, underground tunnels and more, and Aqualandia water park, suggests there is ample to fill a vacation.

” A one-day ticket to Lego Home costs ₤ 28pp and a ticket for both Lego Home and Legoland begins at ₤ 72pp plus you can fly to Billund with bachelor’s degree which begin with ₤ 130 return.

” And remaining at Hotel Legoland costs from ₤ 157 per night, for 2 grownups and 2 kids and who the words all of us enjoy to hear – breakfast is consisted of.

” Do not forget to walk the town, it’s so little that nearly all of it is walkable, consisting of the airport, however there’s likewise a totally free shuttle bus that takes you all over.

” Plus the Danes are a beautiful lot, who appear to believe it’s vital to put extremely economical picture n’ mix in every grocery store – which is nearly enough of a factor to go to by itself.”

France

The Sun’s Assistant Travel Editor, Sophie Swietochowski, states: “France will most absolutely be hot on jet-setters’ lists for next year.

” However where particularly? Well, that’s challenging to identify, although I can danger a couple of extremely precise guesses and narrow it down to among 4 areas.

” It was just recently revealed that the 4th series of The White Lotus, most likely airing late next year, will be embeded in France – and absolutely nothing gets visitors more enthralled about a location than this thought-provoking television program that follows the glamorous lives of numerous loathable characters.

” So far, every series has actually depended on a rather luxurious 4 Seasons hotel as its main shooting place, and bets are on that the manufacturers will do the same this year.

” There are 4 of these homes in France: one in Paris, one on the French Riviera and one on Lake Geneva. However my forecast, on the back of the remote and off-grid locations included in the last couple of series, is that they’ll be heading to the snowy Alps and the Megève residential or commercial property.

” I can see it now, fur-clad glamour, skis propped beside a roaring fire and lots of icy mountain tops where a terrible tumble over the edge might develop that remarkable ending the fans so frantically yearn for.

” I for one love the French Alps, even if you are a novice to the slopes, there are novices runs aplenty in Flaine or La Plagne, plus lots of snow-themed activities that do not even include a set of skis or a snowboard. Might I refer you to this ‘ski vacation without the snowboarding‘ piece that I composed a number of years back?

” After a day in the mountains, absolutely nothing feels much better than popping into a regional coffee shop for a cream-topped hot chocolate or removing off out of your thermals and delving into a wood sauna (lots of chalets have their own).”

Ljubljana, Slovenia

The Sun’s Travel Press reporter, Cyann Fielding, states: “It takes simply over 2 hours from the UK to get to Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana, however for such a brief flight and for just ₤ 33 with easyJet, the city has a lot to use.

” With more visitors choosing to prioritise intent over rate, Ljubljana is the perfect location to check out one city however not lack things to do.

” Set on the river, the city has lots of outside coffee shops and museums. From the Museum of Modern Art to the National Museum of Slovenia, visitors truly can take their time diving into the history of this gorgeous nation.

” For a long time outside, there is likewise Tivoli Park, perfect for picnics and delighting in the noises of the city. The dynamic markets likewise make it the ideal city for authentic connections with the regional neighborhood and culture.”

Sicily, Italy

Head of Travel at The Sun Lisa Minot includes: “I have actually simply returned from a dreamy vacation home remain on Sicily’s northern coast and can not speak extremely enough of its remarkable surroundings and amazingly low costs.

” It’s my pointer for 2026 as while the island has actually been a substantial hit for years, it’s never ever been much easier or more economical to arrive from the UK with a broad option of direct flights from lots of UK airports into both Catania on the east coast and Palermo on the west.

” Obviously, it’s still bathing in the magnificence of The White Lotus impact after the 4 Seasons in Taormina was utilized as the place of the 2nd series of the hit program.

” However what struck me was simply how economical a location it is. We got beers in the regional mini-mart in Ending near to our Desire Sicily vacation home for simply 60p a bottle. A crisp bottle of Pinot Grigo was simply ₤ 1.70.

” Substantial takeaway pizzas set us back simply ₤ 3.50 each and a meal in the charming seaside town of Cefalu was simply ₤ 30 for 2, consisting of beverages. For large worth for cash, it truly is a fantastic pointer for 2026.

” Household vacations to Sicily expense just ₤ 179 per individual. One terrific area is the Hotel Rental Property D’Amato which for this cost you can remain in for 7 nights consisting of flights.

” High-end vacations then begin with around ₤ 379 per individual with loveholidays.”

South Korea

Sun’s Deputy Travel Editor, Kara Godfrey states: “From Boots releasing Korean skin care to the hit success of the Netflix movie KPop Devil Hunters, it’s not a surprise South Korea is one anticipated to be a hit location next year.

” Not just that, however Virgin Atlantic is releasing their very first flights to Seoul in March, it’s anticipated to get back at much easier to take a trip to. I checked out the nation in 2015, going to it’s 2 most significant cities Seoul and Busan which are simply 3 hours far from each other.

” Seoul is definitely a city for night owls, where I discovered myself searching for inexpensive clothing and charm items at 2am, followed by a journey to the karaoke bar (called norebang in Korea).

” Or in Busan, head to Shinsegae Centum City, which is the world’s biggest outlet store. I even handled to squeeze in both a KPop dance class and a taekwondo class also.

” Even much better? The nation has actually extended the visa exemption for travelers till completion of 2026. With lastminute.com, you can get a plan vacation to Seoul from ₤ 474pp.”

South East London

The Sun’s Head of Travel (Digital) Caroline McGuire states: “Forget East Vs West – South East London is lastly having its minute.

” Long viewed as the most ignored corner of the capital, it’s now the most interesting – simply today, Time Out called Camberwell the 4th coolest area worldwide, thanks to its remarkable bars, bars and parks.

” However that’s not all – Brixton, with its town market including a few of the city’s finest little dining establishments, the freshly resumed Brixton Academy and Brockwell lido (London’s coolest lido) has actually been on buzz lists for many years now.

” Plus Peckham, with the OTT Franks roof bar, Forza Red wine (likewise rooftop bar), extremely economical Peckhamplex movie theater where tickets still cost ₤ 5, is the ideal location to invest a Friday or Saturday night.

” And previously this year, The Times called close-by Telegraph Hill among the nation’s coolest locations to live – home to London’s finest club on TripAdvisor – Skehans.

” Then there’s the charming Dulwich Town, which remains in zone 2 with its own big art gallery, however feels more like a rural station in the home counties.

” Oh, and probably London’s finest and most significant club garden – The Fox on the Hill in Denmark Hill. A Wetherspoons club with a grassy garden and extremely economical pints.”

Iceland

The Sun’s Assistant Travel Editor, Sophie Swietochowski includes: “Visitors are ill of burning summertime in their preferred beachy vacation areas and research studies reveal that coolcations (vacations in chillier environments) are continuing to fly off the racks.

” Google saw an incredible 624 percent increase in look for cooler vacations this year and as a repercussion, Nordic locations are rising in appeal.

” Fancy bathing in milky warm springs, where the water is warmed by absolutely nothing besides nature itself? Or what about treking through a few of the most picturesque landscapes where hills topple into unlimited horizons? And have you ever wished to take a trip into the scarred stomach of an inactive volcano?

” If all that sounds enticing, Iceland is the location for you. As a growing number of Brits look for to switch fly-and-flop for experience, this nation uses adrenaline in big amounts.

” Go to throughout summertime solstice, when the sun never ever sets, which adrenaline gets increase to an entire brand-new level.

” Throughout my summertime go to a couple of years back, I went on a midnight quad bike trip ripping my method through huge mountains and devoured on homemade rye bread that had actually been prepared underground for 24 hr by the geothermal volcanic heat.

” Return flights to Reykjavik expense just ₤ 49 return in January 2026.

” Simply 10-minutes kind the airport, you might remain at Hilton Reykjavik Nordica which includes its own dining establishment and medspa – a space expenses from ₤ 160 per night for 2 individuals.”

Quebec, Canada

Travel Press reporter Cyann Fielding thinks: “When it comes to long-haul locations, I will never ever stop suggesting Quebec in Canada.

” This special city beings in the French area of Canada and idyllically mixes European and Canadian culture. Believe – holidaying in a Disney fairy tale, which is Quebec.

” It likewise uses a various experience depending upon what season you go to, with warm summer seasons perfect for treking and icy cold winter seasons ideal for ice getting a frozen waterfall – if you’re brave enough!

” Certainly remain at Le Chateau de Frontenac – it uses a dreamy experience with terrific centers and views and a few of the very best food I have actually ever had in a hotel.

” I do not believe it will be long before individuals begin finding Quebec more and begin gathering to the picturesque city.

” Remaining In Quebec City can cost just ₤ 50 per night and you get great deals of choices throughExpedia Air Transat runs direct flights from May through to October costing from ₤ 550 for a return flight.

” If you wish to remain at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac like Cyann, it costs from ₤ 209 per night, for 2 individuals.”

Sitges, Spain

Travel author Helen Wright enjoys Spain: “The vibrant and lovely city of Sitges is a brief train trip from Barcelona however has an entirely various feel and energy.

” Opt for a roam around the elaborate, Catalan streets, stopping at charming, regional coffee shops and bars for tapas and a tipple when you expensive a break from the sun. If you wish to top up your tan, Sitges has a long shoreline of gorgeous, sandy beaches that are much more cooled and easygoing than Barcelona’s hectic city beach.

” Understood for its LGBTQ+ inclusivity, this city is vibrant year-round and has an extremely vibrant night life. In truth, it was the place of the very first Pasha bar and this location still understands how to celebration.

” Along with clubs and bars, there is a wild Mardi Gras carnival here, which is probably among the very best times to go.

” If you ‘d choose a calmer, more relaxed go to, opt for the Corpus celebration in Might. A carpet of flowers is set out around the city and the impact is as sensational as the amazing fragrance.

” The very best method to arrive is flying to Barcelona which costs just ₤ 35 and after that driving to Sitges which is simply an hour down the coast.”

Bucharest, Romania

Travel Report Alice Penwill asks: “Have you seen all the photos and videos of the gorgeous Therme Spa in Bucharest? So have I.

” It’s referred to as Europe’s biggest and most economical health centre; within are 10 swimming pools, Romania’s biggest complex of saunas and Europe’s most significant metropolitan beach.

” It’s ending up being progressively popular, particularly due to the fact that the ginormous medspa is all over TikTok.

” Some influencers and visitors alike have actually even flown there and back in a day simply to use it, as flying there and back, together with medspa entry, can exercise less expensive than going to one in the UK.

” With Wizz Air, you can fly to Bucharest for just ₤ 13 and get a day pass to the medspa for EUR36 (31.40 ). Plan vacations will not cost a lot either – loveholidays have deals from ₤ 129pp consisting of flights.

” Not to discuss Bucharest itself is thought about a low-cost location to vacation – so for more than one night visitors will have the ability to sign in at a budget friendly hotel with terrific food too.”