From Antarctica to the Maldives, these bucket list holiday hotspots will set you back a pretty penny.
Euronews – Based on reported trip costs from more than 100,000 travel insurance sales, surveys of more than 6,000 customers, and data from sources like Google Flights and Kayak hotels, a new expense index has revealed the 15 most costly destinations around the world.
Unsurprisingly, remote and isolated destinations top the list, as these spots are harder to reach, more expensive to supply, and often cater to luxury and adventure travellers.
Certain types of travel are also more expensive – with polar and expedition trips being the most expensive, followed by island and beach destinations, and then safari and wildlife adventures.
The top 15 most expensive destinations to travel to in 2026:
1. Greenland
2. British Virgin Islands
3. French Polynesia
4. Antarctica
5. Maldives
6. Switzerland
7. Zimbabwe
8. Turks and Caicos Islands
9. Botswana
10. Anguilla
11. Saint Lucia
12. Namibia
13. Iceland
14. Norway
15. Zambia
