Edinburgh Festival Fringe
There’s nothing like the thrill of being there. In 2026, iconic moments such as the Day of the Dead, Oktoberfest, Kentucky Derby, global sporting events, and major cultural festivals offer the perfect reason to plan travel around what’s happening and stay for everything else a destination has to offer. These events add energy, meaning, and a sense of occasion that turn a great trip into something truly memorable.
Monaco | Monaco Grand Prix F1 Track
Major sporting events bring an unmatched atmosphere, and 2026 delivers on a global scale. The FIFA World Cup makes history with matches hosted across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, allowing travelers to pair game days with city-hopping and cultural exploration. Add the timeless tradition of Wimbledon each July in London, along with the international glamour of Formula 1, where race weekends transform destinations from Monaco to Abu Dhabi, and sporting moments become the foundation of a far bigger journey.
Total Solar Eclipse | Cherry Blossom Season
Some of the most meaningful trips are tied to moments that only happen once, or for a brief window each year. On August 12, 2026, the Total Solar Eclipse will be visible in totality across parts of northern Spain, offering one of the longest totalities of the decade. In spring, Cherry Blossom Season transforms Japan’s cities and countryside into a fleeting celebration of renewal, while early summer brings Lavender Season, when Provence’s rolling fields turn violet and travel naturally slows.
Venice Biennale | Vivid Sydney
Cultural events reveal the creative pulse of a destination. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, held each August, is the world’s largest arts festival, filling Scotland’s capital with comedy, theatre, and music. Vivid Sydney transforms the city after dark with immersive light installations, while the Venice Biennale offers a rare chance to experience Venice through a modern artistic lens.
Let’s turn a major event into a journey that goes far beyond the main event.