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2026 Mountain Travel Trends: Gen Z Leads the Way

Hiking Emerges as a Major Travel Trend for 2026 Nowadays, hiking is a popular travel destination choice. According to the Travel Trends 2026 report from travel platform skyscanner, 8 out of 10 Korean Generation Z (79%) are planning…

2026 Mountain Travel Trends: Gen Z Leads the Way

Hiking Emerges as a Major Travel Trend for 2026

Nowadays, hiking is a popular travel destination choice. According to the Travel Trends 2026 report from travel platform skyscanner, 8 out of 10 Korean Generation Z (79%) are planning a mountain trip next year. This figure exceeds Generation X (65%), indicating hiking is becoming a significant travel trend beyond simple outdoor activities. Globally, 76% of travelers plan to explore mountain destinations in 2026. Demand previously concentrated on the winter ski season now encompasses year-round trekking.

3 Trekking Spots Recommended by Skyscanner

Terelj National Park, Mongolia

About the author: Ibrahim Khalil - World Editor

PhD in International Relations, former UN press officer. Ibrahim has reported from 40+ countries, translating complex geopolitical shifts into clear, human‑focused narratives. “Ibrahim Khalil provides authoritative world news, from diplomacy to conflict zones, with on‑the‑ground insight.”