2026 Travel Forecast: Americans Shift to 'Deep History' Routes in Turkey and Egypt as Alternatives to Overcrowded Europe

PRINCETON, N.J., Dec. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As North American travelers plan their 2026 international trips, a significant shift is emerging in cultural tourism. One Nation Travel, a Princeton-based operator specializing in the Eastern Mediterranean, reports a double-digit increase in demand for itineraries combining Turkey and Egypt. This trend is driven by travelers seeking immersive alternatives to the increasingly crowded and regulated European circuit.