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WEF Ranks Top 10 Global Travel Destinations: Japan Leads, US Excels in Diversity
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News18•30-09-2026, 21:00
WEF Ranks Top 10 Global Travel Destinations: Japan Leads, US Excels in Diversity
- •The World Economic Forum (WEF) released its Travel and Tourism Development Index 2026, assessing countries on tourism competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience.
- •Japan leads the global index due to its safety, world-class public transport, rich cultural heritage, and efforts to promote regional destinations.
- •The United States offers unmatched natural diversity, renowned national parks, extensive air infrastructure, and strong business and entertainment ecosystems.
- •Spain excels with vibrant cultural attractions, historic landmarks, outstanding tourist infrastructure, and a highly competitive service sector.
- •Australia boasts incredible natural resources, diverse wildlife, iconic coastal landscapes, high health standards, and well-developed tourism infrastructure.
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Japan leads the global index released by the World Economic Forum, ranking first due to its safe environment, world-class public transportation, and cultural heritage.
India moved up nine places to rank 31st on the global Travel and Tourism Development Index, supported by its cost-competitive travel environment and rich cultural resources.
China is the sole emerging economy featured in the top 10, noted for its vast natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and rapid infrastructure modernization.
