Travel in 2026 is slowing down, spreading out, and getting a lot more interesting, according to the newly released Rome2Rio 2026 Travel Trends Report. Travelers around the world are skipping short flights, embracing trains and ferries, and trading packed capitals for charming villages and quieter corners of the world.

The data shows a clear shift: instead of racing from airport to airport, people are choosing journeys that feel calm…

Melbourne, Australia, and Berlin, Germany (March 3, 2025) - Rome2Rio, the global leader in trip and route planning owned by Omio Group, announced today the expansion of its advertising business to help travelers and destinations discover each other. With its tenured leadership team and expertise within transportation and travel across rail, bus, car, ferry, and plane, Rome2Rio presents destination marketing organizations (DMOs) and…