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Travel Trends for 2026 ✨
Here’s what families, luxury travelers, and multi-gen groups are leaning into next year - according to @travelagewest and @travelandleisure - and how our team helps bring it to life:
Elevated experiences:
Premium resorts, suites, private transfers, curated add-ons… the kind of details that make a trip feel effortless.
Longer, deeper stays
Less checklist travel, more meaningful moments in destinations you actually have time to enjoy.
Bucket-List Energy
From the San Juan Mountains to next-level city escapes, awe-inspiring spots are having their moment.
Multi-gen on the rise
Families want to travel together - and they want someone to manage the logistics so everyone can relax.
Intentional, memory-driven travel
Trips built around connection, not chaos. My favorite kind.
If 2026 is your year for a seamless, elevated, thoughtfully planned vacation, our team can help.
If Hawaii had a Taylor Swift song for each island… which one would be your vibe?
We had way too much fun matching the energy of each island to the right track. The Swifties will get it.
Each island has its own personality, its own pace, and its own kind of magic. If you’re not sure which one fits your travel style, that’s where we come in. Our team helps you match your must-haves to the right island so your Hawaii trip feels exactly right for you.
Tell us your favorite Taylor Swift song and we’ll tell you your island.
If planning your next family trip feels like juggling flaming swords… hi, we’re here to help.
Because honestly? Your vacation shouldn’t start with stress, spreadsheets, or seventeen open tabs. It should start with excitement. With clarity. With someone who actually knows what they’re doing guiding the way.
At Bright Life Travel, we take the logistics, the research, the options, and the “is this actually a good idea?” questions off your plate so you can focus on the fun parts.
If your family is dreaming about a getaway but you’re not dreaming about planning it, we’d love to make this the easiest trip you’ve ever taken.
Our Trip of the Month is a multi-generational cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas, planned by Kristin, and it was such a good reminder of why we love these kinds of trips so much.
This family wanted a week where everyone could relax, explore, and enjoy time together without juggling logistics or managing a dozen moving parts. Cruises make that possible in the best way. You get structure without stress, options for every age, and built-in moments to reconnect.
They sailed from Fort Lauderdale and visited Nassau, Costa Maya, and Cozumel, with plenty of sea days in between for pool time, cousins running around together, and slow mornings that always seem to become the memories families talk about later. Allure of the Seas was the perfect home base too. Between the AquaTheater shows, the zipline, Adventure Ocean, and quiet spaces for grandparents to unwind, everyone found their groove.
If your family is spread across different ages, interests, or energy levels, a cruise can be such an easy and meaningful way to bring everyone together. And our team handles it all. Staterooms, excursions, group coordination, the little details… we take care of it so you can actually enjoy the vacation.
Thinking about a 2025 or 2026 sailing for your own crew? We’d love to help you build a trip that feels just as seamless and memorable.
Ever wonder what travel advisors actually do?
(It’s a little more than booking flights and sending a cute itinerary - which we do by the way.)
We’re the ones behind the scenes making sure:
✈️ Your flight connection isn’t secretly a sprint across the airport
🏖️ The resort you saw on TikTok actually lives up to the hype
📱 You’re not buried under 27 tabs trying to plan your “relaxing” vacation
📞 And if something goes sideways, we’re the ones on hold with the airline so you don’t have to be
Basically, we handle the chaos so you can handle the memories.
If travel has been on your mind but the planning feels like too much, this is your reminder that you don’t have to do it alone.
✨ We make travel feel easy again.
Everyone knows we love Disney… but it’s far from the only thing lighting up our booking calendar right now. 🌎✨
Here are a few destinations our team is currently planning trips for (and yes, we can help with yours too):
🌴 Hawaii – family-friendly island hopping and luxe resort stays
☀️ Cancun – all-inclusive escapes for families and groups
🌊 Dominican Republic – dreamy beaches and tropical relaxation
🏙️ New York City – holiday magic, Broadway, and unforgettable energy
🍷 France – Paris getaways, countryside charm, and culture for days
💃 Spain – vibrant cities, sunny coasts, and tapas that make you stay longer than planned
If you’ve been thinking about your next trip, this is your sign to get it on the calendar. Let us take care of the planning while you just show up and enjoy.
Where are you dreaming of next — beach or city vibes?
I’m sure you’ve heard - The FAA just announced flight reductions of up to 10% at 40 major U.S. airports, citing staff shortages and safety concerns. In plain terms, that means fewer available flights, more rerouting, and a higher chance of schedule changes - especially during busy travel weeks.
If you’re flying in late November or December, or planning big family travel next year, here’s what we recommend:
✈️ Build in buffer time. Avoid tight layovers and early morning connections when possible.
🧳 Book through a trusted travel advisor. We monitor changes, advocate for you, and secure alternate routes fast if something shifts.
📅 Stay flexible. Choose refundable or changeable fares, and keep travel insurance active.
At Bright Life Travel Co., we’re watching these updates daily and adjusting plans where needed to keep our travelers moving smoothly.
I’m sure you’ve heard - The FAA just announced flight reductions of up to 10% at 40 major U.S. airports, citing staff shortages and safety concerns. In plain terms, that means fewer available flights, more rerouting, and a higher chance of schedule changes - especially during busy travel weeks.
If you’re flying in late November or December, or planning big family travel next year, here’s what we recommend:
✈️ Build in buffer time. Avoid tight layovers and early morning connections when possible.
🧳 Book through a trusted travel advisor. We monitor changes, advocate for you, and secure alternate routes fast if something shifts.
📅 Stay flexible. Choose refundable or changeable fares, and keep travel insurance active.
At Bright Life Travel Co., we’re watching these updates daily and adjusting plans where needed to keep our travelers moving smoothly.
More than half of U.S. workers don’t use all their vacation days each year - and we’re on a mission to change that. With a little planning, you can turn long weekends into full vacations and make every day off count.
Here’s how to maximize your PTO in 2026:
📆 January 16–19
Take off Friday, January 16 and enjoy a 4-day weekend with Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, Jan 19). Perfect for a quick winter getaway.
🌸 May 22–25
Pair a Friday off with Memorial Day (Monday, May 25) for four days of sunshine and relaxation.
☀️ July 2–5
Independence Day falls on Saturday, July 4 (this means Friday, July 3 is the observed holiday). Take July 2 off to make it a 4-day summer weekend.
🍂 September 4–7
Use Labor Day weekend (Monday, Sept 7) for a 4-day trip — Alaska, Hawaii, or a national park are perfect picks.
🎄 December 24–31
Christmas Day is Friday, Dec 25. Take December 24 and Dec 28–31 off for a full 9-day stretch to end the year right.
Your vacation days are too valuable to leave behind. Let’s turn them into something unforgettable. ✈️
✈️ Headed to Europe in 2026? There’s a new travel step to know about.
Two weeks ago, the European Union officially launched its new Entry/Exit System (EES), replacing passport stamps with digital records and biometric scans. It’s designed to make travel more secure and efficient, though travelers may notice slightly longer lines at first as the system rolls out.
Families can breathe easy — children under 12 won’t need fingerprints, just a quick photo and passport scan.
We’re already preparing our Europe-bound clients for the new process so travel days stay smooth and stress-free. Because the only thing you should be focused on is where gelato comes first. 🇮🇹🍦
Planning a European vacation next year? We’ll help you navigate every detail.
