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Skyscanner’s Travel Trends 2027 report highlights destinations selected for travel suitability after return flight searches for 2026 travel rose between January 1 and June 17, compared with 2025.
Phu Quoc, Vietnam, recorded a 133 per cent rise in searches. The island offers white-sand beaches and green rainforests for travellers seeking a tropical getaway.
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, saw a 139 per cent rise in searches. The capital is known for its golden-domed mosque, stilt houses and nearby rainforests.
Pokhara, Nepal, recorded a 166 per cent rise in searches. With Phewa Lake and views of the Annapurna range, it attracts visitors for trekking and paragliding.
Sandakan, Malaysia, saw a 189 per cent rise in searches. Located in Borneo, it is known for centres that rehabilitate orangutans and protect sun bears.
Podgorica, Montenegro, recorded a 237 per cent rise in searches. The capital offers historic sites and serves as a base for exploring nearby beaches and mountains.
Tirana, Albania, saw a 237 per cent rise in searches. Its mix of Ottoman, Italian and communist-era buildings, along with lively cafés, gives the city its character.
Malvan, India, recorded a 258 per cent rise in searches. This coastal town in Maharashtra is known for Sindhudurg Fort, clear waters and scuba diving.
Okinawa, Japan, saw a 279 per cent rise in searches. Visitors can explore coral reefs, historic Ryukyu sites, Churaumi Aquarium and Junglia theme park.
Rupsi, Assam, India, recorded a 502 per cent rise in searches. Its old World War II airfield has been revived, with plans to develop it into a logistics hub.
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, saw a 748 per cent rise in searches. The capital offers Soviet-era architecture, mountain views and access to Issyk-Kul Lake.