 Where to Go in Summer 2026: Season Trends You Should Know Summer is just around the corner, and I've already scanned dozens of sources to gather the top destinations and trends for this season. Here's a curated list — no fluff, just facts. **Top 10 Destinations for Summer 2026:** 1. **Turkey** — The classic holds its ground. Antalya, Bodrum, Kaş — demand remains consistently high, prices have risen 15-20% compared to last year, but still more affordable than many alternatives. 2. **UAE** — Dubai and Abu Dhabi are actively luring tourists with summer promotions. Hotels offer discounts of up to 40% in June-August. 3. **Vietnam** — The main rising trend. Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, Da Nang. Prices lower than Thailand, visa-free for up to 45 days. The only downside is a 12-16 hour flight with a layover. 4. **China** — Has opened up more actively. Hainan, Shanghai, Beijing. Visa-free for up to 15 days. Many direct flights from Moscow. 5. **Thailand** — Phuket, Krabi, Samui. Rainy season from May to October, but prices drop by half. If you're not afraid of brief downpours, it's an ideal budget option. 6. **Abkhazia** — The most affordable beach vacation from Russia. Gagra, Pitsunda, New Athos. Tickets from 8-10 thousand rubles by train. 7. **Sochi** — Domestic tourism holds its own. Krasnaya Polyana in summer is not just mountains, but also thermal springs, trekking, yoga retreats. 8. **Egypt** — Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh. The Red Sea remains the king of diving and snorkeling. Charter flights run regularly. 9. **Georgia** — Batumi, Tbilisi, Kakheti. Delicious, beautiful, visa-free. Ideal for those who want sea, mountains, and gastronomy. 10. **Sri Lanka** — Ocean, tea plantations, safaris. Summer is the off-season, but accommodation prices drop by 30-50%. **Main Trends of Season 2026:** - **Conscious Tourism** — People travel not for checkmarks, but for experiences. Retreats, eco-hotels, volunteer programs are gaining popularity. - **Mix Travel** — 2 weeks: a week on the beach + a week in the city/mountains. Demand for combo tours has grown by 35%. - **Asian Boom** — Vietnam, China, Indonesia are outpacing traditional European destinations in booking growth rates. - **Early Booking** — Tickets for July-August 2026 are already being snapped up. The average airfare has increased by 12%. - **AI in Planning** — More travelers use AI assistants to select routes, hotels, and monitor prices. **My advice:** If you want to save money, book now. Prices are only rising. And if you haven't decided on a destination, write to me — I'll find an option for your budget and preferences. Plan your travels wisely — https://asibiont.com/