Hobart wins big on Expedia Unpack ’26 travel list

Thrilling! Hobart is one of the Expedia Destinations of the Year: Best Places to Travel 2026.

Expedia's Unpack '26 Destinations of the Year. A man in sunglasses sits behind this text and the yellow logo. The text underwear reveals the list is powered by real-time search data from Expedia's app and website, revealing global traveller interest.

We have a WTTC check mark!

The check marks signify locations among the 2026 contenders that align with the World Travel & Tourism Council‘s sustainability and destination management guidelines.

A photo of Mt. Wellington in Hobart, Australia. Under the expansive nature shot picturing rocks, flora, lakes, and mountains, we see the text "Destinations of the year" and "Hobart, Australia" with a check mark.

What does it mean?

Searches for Hobart travel on the Expedia app and website have increased by 25%, prompting our capital city to be named as one of top 10 global destinations for 2026.

“Expedia is an influential voice in the travel industry. Growth in the interest in Hobart on their platforms is significant recognition for Tasmania’s tourism industry […] many destinations are vying for the tourist dollar, so it’s important to prioritise our visibility in domestic and international markets.”

– Jane Howlett
Minister for Tourism, Hospitality, and Events
The image depicts a blue Mustang in front of kunanyi / Mt. Wellington in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. If you're hiring a car, perhaps this will soon be you!

One of our blue Mustangs in front of the famous kunanyi / Mt. Wellington right here in Hobart.

Have you made it up the mountain?

Travel to Hobart

Whether you’re into food or cultural heritage, Hobart has something for you. The locals attest that every season is special. This is a place for the intellectual, the foodie, and the whisky lover alike.

Hobartians love everything local. From galleries to bush walks. From barista-made coffees to wine.

Have you explored Hobart?

Our office headquarters are in Hobart. So, we’d love to see you pop in. Plus, we’re Tasmanian locals… So, when you hire a car, go with us. Who better?

Have a look at our vehicles and book your Hobart adventure now.

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