{
  "id": 15714426,
  "title": "Busan ranks No. 5 on Expedia's Top 10 global travel destinations for 2027",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/busan-ranks-no-5-on-expedias-top-10-global-travel-destinations-for-15714426",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-20T07:17:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20261020/busan-ranks-no-5-on-expedias-top-10-global-travel-destinations-for-2027"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Busan, Korea's bustling southeastern port city renowned for its beaches and bustling seafood markets, has earned a spot in Expedia’s top ten global travel destinations for 2027. This achievement follows a remarkable surge in worldwide travel searches for the city, which increased by 50 percent compared to the previous year. As the sole Korean destination on the list, Busan proudly claimed the fifth position globally. South Lake Tahoe in California led the ranking with an astounding 195 percent increase in searches, followed by Hyogo, Japan (95 percent), Punta del Este, Uruguay (65 percent), and Sedona, Arizona (55 percent). Expedia praised Busan's vibrant coastal ambiance, traditional markets, and diverse culinary offerings, suggesting popular attractions such as Haedong Yonggung Temple, Haeundae Beach, and Jagalchi Market as must-visit sights for travelers who can experience the city's highlights in a single day. Additionally, Busan met Expedia's Smart Travel Health Check criteria, which acknowledge destinations that adhere to sustainable tourism principles championed by the World Travel & Tourism Council.",
  "summary": "Busan — Korea’s vibrant southeastern port city celebrated for its beaches and bustling seafood markets — is cementing its status as one of Asia's hottest escapes, jumping into Expedia’s top ten global destinations for 2027 following a dramatic spike in worldwide travel searches. The city was the only destination in Korea to make the list in Expedia’s “Unpack ’27” report, ranking fifth worldwide…",
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        "title": "Busan ranks No. 5 on Expedia's Top 10 global travel destinations for 2027",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/busan-ranks-no-5-on-expedias-top-10-global-travel-destinations-for",
        "published": "2026-10-20T06:42:03.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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