Big, Bad Apple: NYC clobbered in top 10 list of hotspots that visitors most regret seeing
New York City has been ranked as the second most regretted travel destination for US tourists, according to a survey by Travel Guard. The survey revealed that 9% of visitors wished they could redo their trip to the city. Common reasons for travel regret included illness, stress, and poor planning.
- ▪New York City ranks second in a survey of most regretted travel destinations among US tourists.
- ▪9% of visitors expressed a desire for a do-over after visiting NYC.
- ▪The survey indicated that 97% of travelers regret at least one vacation, with common issues including illness and financial constraints.
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Travel Big, Bad Apple: NYC clobbered in top 10 list of hotspots that visitors most regret seeing By Ben Cost Published May 29, 2026, 5:37 p.m. ET New York was the second most regretted travel destination among US-based tourists, per a survey by Travel Guard. Maria Sbytova - stock.adobe.com See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Gotham visitors have lots of buyer’s remorse. US tourists may want to think twice before booking a summer trip to the Big Apple. New York City ranks second only to Las Vegas among destinations that US-based travelers regretted going to, according to a survey by travel insurance firm Travel Guard. Per the study, a staggering 9% wished they could have a do-over after hitting up the city that never sleeps.
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