1、Developed in association with Globetrender.Welcome to Intrepids 2026 Not Hot List,developed in association with travel trend forecasting agency Globetrender.While a handful of headline destinations receive millions even tens of millions of visitors each year,many remarkable places go virtually unnot
2、iced by mainstream tourism.Our annual Not Hot List seeks to inspire travellers to discover different and unique experiences,with communities that can truly benefit from more visitors.Consider this list our call to action to curious travellers to push the boundaries,explore new places and connect wit
3、h new cultures.The conversation around touristification often focuses on overcrowding,but the reverse scenario is equally compelling.Many destinations are missing out on the economic and cultural benefits tourism can bring.At Intrepid,we dont believe the answer is less tourism but rather better tour
4、ism.The Not Hot List is designed to redress the imbalance by directing attention towards regions where travellers can have a positive impact.In destinations where visitor numbers remain modest,theres often untapped capacity and a strong desire to welcome more travellers in a way that strengthens,rat
5、her than strains,local communities.Tourism can support small businesses,create jobs,fund conservation projects and help preserve culture.The places on this list combine authenticity with ambition:where tourism strategies,infrastructure investments and community-led initiatives are laying the foundat
6、ions for sustainable growth.The 2026 list features alternative regions in popular countries such as Croatia and Mexico,guiding travellers beyond crowded hotspots,as well as emerging destinations like Sierra Leone and Kyrgyzstan,long overlooked by international visitors.I experienced the value of vis