Manas Malhotra
The World Economic Forum’s 2026 Travel & Tourism Development Index ranks 110 economies based on factors enabling sustainable and resilient tourism development.
Italy ranks 10th on the list with a TTDI score of 4.93, supported by its cultural resources, tourism infrastructure, and international connectivity.
Switzerland is placed on the ninth rank with a score of 4.97, combining strong tourism infrastructure and connectivity with extensive natural and cultural resources.
China ranks 8th on the list with a score of 5.00, making it the only emerging economy among the 10 highest-ranked economies.
The UK ranks 7th with a score of 5.08, supported by strong tourism services, infrastructure, connectivity, and major cultural centres.
Germany ranks 6th with a score of 5.09, benefiting from strong tourism infrastructure, transport connectivity, business centres, and cultural resources.
France ranks 5th with a score of 5.17, supported by extensive cultural resources, tourism infrastructure, connectivity, and visitor services.
Australia ranks 4th with a score of 5.18, combining strong natural resources with tourism infrastructure and international connectivity.
Spain ranks 3rd with a score of 5.22, supported by strong cultural resources, tourism services, infrastructure, and international connectivity.
The US ranks 2nd with a score of 5.23, supported by extensive transport networks, tourism infrastructure, and natural and cultural resources.
Japan ranks 1st on the list with a score of 5.27, moving up two places and leading the 2026 index with strong tourism foundations and connectivity.