Every beginning of the year offers a rare opportunity to look ahead with perspective. Not asking where to go, but why. We see 2026 as a period of calm, thoughtful travel, where places with character, meaningful experiences, and a carefully chosen pace of travel play a major role.
At BPR Travel, we have long focused on quality over quantity. On trips that are not a parade of attractions, but a naturally flowing story. And it is with this perspective that we have put together our selection for the coming year.
Which destinations to visit this year?
Destinations that stand out thanks to their culture, nature, and authentic experiences. We have selected five places from different corners of the world that are worth paying attention to and drawing inspiration from.
Fez, Morocco
Ambitious restoration projects and the reopening of the iconic Palais Jamaï hotel, originally a palace, after a decade of renovation will breathe new life into this historic city.
Guadalajara, Mexico
World-famous festivals, soccer championships, and prominent female roles in film, literature, ceramics, and gastronomy bring the city into the spotlight.
Upper Carniola, Slovenia
An inconspicuous Alpine region that comes to the fore thanks to art, wellness, and peaceful surroundings.
Hong Kong
Improved hiking trails in Hong Kong's green spaces will offer a new perspective on the city.
Uluru, Australia
A new program of walking tours and celebrations will highlight the indigenous significance of this unique place.
Newly opened hotels in 2026
Exceptional places opening this year that are worth checking out.
Airelles Venezia, Italy
April 2026
Discover a new five-star hotel on the island of Giudecca. It offers an exceptional stay with breathtaking views, spa facilities, and an emphasis on tranquility, comfort, and personal service.
Rosewood Blue Palace, Greece
June 2026
The five-star resort in Crete is reopening. An elegant retreat with an emphasis on tranquility, design, gastronomy, and wellness, including hydrotherapy treatments in an environment with panoramic views of the deep blue sea.
The Rosewood brand will also introduce other new hotels this year: Rosewood Milan and Rosewood Rome in Italy, Rosewood Shenzhen in China, and Rosewood Mexico City in Mexico.
Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca
July 2026
A new take on a peaceful getaway in a five-star hotel in Mallorca is opening. Rooms with sea views, refined cuisine, and wellness by the Mediterranean Sea.
Waldorf Astoria London, Admiralty Arch, United Kingdom
Summer 2026
The iconic Admiralty Arch building is undergoing a sensitive renovation and is being transformed into a majestic symbol of British elegance. The hotel will be complemented by new restaurants run by chefs with a total of seven Michelin stars.
The Waldorf Astoria brand portfolio will also expand with a new hotel in Kuala Lumpur, scheduled to open in late 2026.
Singita Elela, Botswana
December 2026
Elela, which translates from Setswana as "to flow," is a natural continuation of everything essential. A place of rest and regeneration with deep respect for the Okavango Delta.
This year also sees iconic brands entering the world of yachting. In March, the Four Seasons yacht will set sail on its maiden voyage, followed in June by the Orient Express yacht.
We have compiled a list of exceptional places, newly opened hotels, and opportunities with a broader impact for 2026. This selection also indicates what we consider important to keep an eye on.