Frommer’s Unveils 15 Essential Travel Destinations for 2027

The 2027 list balances domestic American highlights with a diverse array of international experiences. In the United States, Salt Lake City, Utah, earns a spot as the Salt Lake Temple prepares to open to the general public for the first time since 1893. Miami, Florida, is recognized for its expanding contemporary arts trails, while Cincinnati, Ohio, draws attention with the debut of the $160 million Farmer Music Center and the ArtsWave festival. Travelers seeking quieter escapes are directed toward the dark skies of Ely, Nevada, or the regions of Tennessee celebrated for their connection to Dolly Parton.

Global selections prioritize milestones and accessibility. Uzbekistan makes the list following its shift to visa-free travel for Americans, while Spain’s Santiago de Compostela is highlighted for its upcoming jubilee year. Other notable inclusions range from the total solar eclipse in Luxor, Egypt, to the biennial Māori festival in the Waikato Region of New Zealand. The list also features the coastal allure of Loreto, Mexico, the literary scene in Cartagena, Colombia, and the medieval landscapes of Abruzzo, Italy. Completing the roster are the remote Austral Islands in French Polynesia, Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park, and Kuala Lumpur, which gains connectivity through a new rail line.