Lexington Tops Southern Family Cities as Gothic Hotels Draw 65% Interest
Travel reports point to growing interest in destinations offering distinctive experiences, from family-friendly cities to mountain escapes and atmospheric hotels. Lexington, Kentucky, was named Southern Living’s top Southern city for families in 2026, with its community, schools, parks and Bluegrass setting among the cited strengths. Canmore, Alberta, made Vrbo’s 2027 list of trending inland getaways after vacation-rental searches rose 55%, while Birmingham, Alabama, was highlighted by Priceline as a domestic destination to watch for its food scene and Civil Rights history. Hotels.com reported rising demand for Gothic-inspired stays, with 65% of surveyed travelers interested in booking one in 2027. In public transit, locals gave Taipei the highest approval in Time Out’s ranking, at 95%, while Singapore also scored highly at 93.5%.