Cancun and New York Top Tripadvisor's Winter Travel Picks
NEEDHAM – October 30, 2026 -- New York City is the top domestic winter destination for U.S. travelers, and Cancun is the top international one, according to initial data from Tripadvisor's seasonal Winter Travel Index.
Florida places three destinations in the top 10
Las Vegas and Hawaii also appear among the leading domestic picks. Abroad, Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Aruba keep drawing travelers who want a beach during peak snow season.
Thanksgiving favors cities, Christmas favors coasts
For Thanksgiving weekend, travelers head to New York City, Las Vegas and Orlando. For Christmas and New Year, they choose coastal and resort stops such as Key West and Honolulu. Demand concentrates around Christmas and New Year, while shoulder weeks offer better value for budget-conscious travelers.