Travel Forward: Data, Insights & Trends for 2026

Join Phocuswright analysts for this free webinar at 11 a.m. on January 15 where we’ll unpack the essential insights from our report, Travel Forward: Data, Insights and Trends for 2026. We’ll share key findings about the $1.67 trillion global travel market and the forces shaping where the industry is headed.

Our team will break down global and regional market sizing, examine how U.S. and European travelers are planning and booking trips and dig into the shifting dynamics of the short-term rental sector. We will also highlight fresh data on how consumers are using AI for travel as well as our research on corporate travel, loyalty, luxury and the startup ecosystem.

Whether you work in product, strategy, marketing or investment, this session will give you a grounded view of the trends that matter most to set you up for success in 2026 and beyond. Join us for actionable insights you can use right away—and a rare chance to access Phocuswright data for free.

Phocuswright’s Travel Forward: Data, Insights and Trends for 2026 report is sponsored by Travel Guard.

Speakers from Phocuswright:

• Stan Pawlow, data analyst
• Madeline List, manager of research and special projects
• Michael Coletta, senior manager of research and innovation
• Alicia Schmid, director of research, consumer
• Coney Dongre, research manager

Moderator:

• Mitra Sorrells, senior vice president of content