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Featured in Forbes: Boston Tops 2026 Travel
Boston Shines on the Global Stage: My Feature in Forbes’ “26 Best Places to Travel in 2026”
There’s something especially meaningful about celebrating a destination you love—and seeing it recognized on a global platform. I’m thrilled to share that I was recently featured as one of the expert travel voices in Forbes’ annual roundup, “The 26 Best Places to Travel in 2026, Chosen by the Experts.”
As someone who has spent my career exploring and championing the world’s most extraordinary destinations, contributing to this list is an honor. When asked which place travelers should be paying attention to in 2026, my instinctive choice wasn’t a far-flung island or a newly buzzed-about locale. Instead, I chose to spotlight a city that remains endlessly inspiring, beautifully layered, and effortlessly luxurious:
Boston.
Why Boston? Because Its Magic Is Timeless and Evolving
Boston has always been a city that surprises. Yes, it’s historic. Yes, it’s quintessentially New England. But beneath its iconic architecture and cobblestone streets is a destination that continues to reinvent itself with the kind of sophistication and cultural richness that today’s discerning traveler craves.
In my Forbes excerpt, I highlighted three themes that define Boston’s allure in 2026:
1. A Seamless Blend of Heritage and Modernity
Boston’s beauty lies in its contrasts. The elegance of Beacon Hill, the vitality of the Seaport, the architectural grace of Back Bay, each neighborhood tells a story, yet the city’s luxury landscape keeps evolving. New culinary concepts, refreshed hotel experiences, and thoughtfully curated cultural moments elevate Boston far beyond its storied past.
This is a city where you can walk through history by day and dine in one of America’s most dynamic restaurant scenes by night.
2. A Year-Round Destination With Soul
Some cities have a “best season.” Boston has all seasons.
Blooming magnolias in spring. Waterfront adventures in summer. Golden foliage framing the Charles River in fall. Snow-dusted rooftops and fireside cocktails in winter. Its seasonal shifts aren’t merely beautiful, they’re part of Boston’s personality.
For travelers craving variety, texture, and authenticity, Boston delivers twelve months of memorable experiences.
3. A Cultural Capital Rooted in Style and Substance
From the Museum of Fine Arts and the ICA to boutique galleries, performance venues, and innovative public spaces, Boston has quietly become one of America’s most compelling cultural hubs. Pair that with luxury hotels known for their craftsmanship and hospitality, and you have a city that embodies refined exploration.
For travelers seeking thoughtful, elevated urban escapes, Boston stands firmly among the greats.
The Honor of Being Featured
Being included in this global list of experts—each spotlighting destinations shaping travel in 2026—was a moment that reminded me why I do what I do. Luxury travel is about discovery, connection, and understanding a place beyond the obvious. Boston is a city I know intimately and champion proudly, making this feature especially meaningful.
As travelers look ahead to 2026, I’m delighted Boston is earning the spotlight it deserves.
