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FIFA World Cup

Host with the most: The FIFA World Cup Trophy on display at BC Place Stadium, Vancouver (composite image)

Ultimate travel guide to World Cup 2026 (with must-do city highlights)

As world happenings go, nothing surpasses the FIFA World Cup. Here’s a guide – from a five-times attendee – on how to make a dream trip of next year’s event.

  • Michael Visontay
Vancouver is endowed with a large, scenic harbour, a temperate climate and a vibrant outdoor lifestyle.

City of perfect size is surrounded by a stunning array of nature’s gifts

Few cities offer the chance to drive up a mountain and see grizzly bears, ski for a couple of hours, then return for a swim at the beach all in the same day.

  • Michael Visontay
The host of the opening game in 2026, Mexico City, also hosted the final in 1986, when Diego Maradona and Argentina beat West Germany 3-2.

What you need to know about travel to the FIFA World Cup

The US, Canada and Mexico will host the 2026 edition of the most-watched sporting event on the planet – the FIFA World Cup. But will cup travel be simple?

  • Julietta Jameson