Cancun tops international winter travel demand among US travelers, Tripadvisor finds
TRIP•Tripadvisor’s 2026 Winter Travel Index ranked Cancun first among international destinations for US travelers and New York City first domestically. Mexico and Caribbean destinations dominated winter searches.
1. Winter travel rankings
Tripadvisor released its 2026 Winter Travel Index, ranking Cancun first among international destinations and New York City first among domestic destinations for US travelers. Florida accounted for three of the top 10 domestic destinations. Quebec City led international year-over-year search growth, while Lake Buena Vista, Florida, led domestic growth.
2. Travel timing and activities
Demand clustered around Christmas and New Year, with lower-cost shoulder weeks also available. Cultural tours, day trips and outdoor adventures led experience bookings, while craft classes and day spas were the fastest-growing emerging categories.
