166 - Discover the hottest travel trends shaping 2026 and beyond! Join travel agents and best selling authors Rob & Kerri Stuart as they reveal where savvy travelers are heading, from European river cruises to the Galapagos Islands.

In this episode, they share their personal 2025 travel highlights—including Alaska land tours, Montana dude ranches near Yellowstone, Danube river cruises, and Disney sailings—plus our exciting 2026 itinerary featuring Amsterdam, Portugal's Douro River, and more.

What You'll Learn:

Why small ship experiences (200 guests or less) are exploding in popularity
How solo travel is becoming easier with reduced single supplements
The rise of wellness cruises focused on longevity and health
Why experiential travel trumps traditional sightseeing
Multi-generational and group travel opportunities
Single-focus trip planning (building entire vacations around one unique experience)
River cruise insider tips for Europe and Southeast Asia

Featured Destinations: ✈️ European river cruises (Danube, Rhine, Douro River Portugal) ✈️ Alaska cruise tours combining land and sea ✈️ Yellowstone & Montana dude ranch experiences
✈️ Galapagos Islands expedition cruising ✈️ Amsterdam, Budapest, Vienna, Marseille ✈️ Antarctica small ship adventures

Whether you're planning a family vacation, romantic getaway, solo adventure, or group trip with friends, this episode delivers actionable travel inspiration and expert tips from professional travel agents who practice what they preach.

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Alternative Title Options:

2026 Travel Trends: Small Ships, Solo Adventures & Experiential Travel
Where to Travel in 2026: Expert Predictions & Hidden Gem Destinations
Travel Trends 2026: From River Cruises to Wellness Retreats