America is one of the most exciting travel destinations in
summer 2026, with the FIFA World Cup still running and
millions of international visitors arriving. But costs have
risen sharply. This complete guide breaks down real daily
budgets, hotel prices, flight costs, and the hidden fees
that catch first-time visitors off guard — from New York
to Los Angeles to Miami.
Germany, four-time world champions, have been eliminated
by Paraguay on penalties in one of the biggest upsets in
World Cup history. The Netherlands are also out. Meanwhile
all three host nations, the United States, Mexico, and
Canada, have advanced to the knockout rounds. Attendance
records have been shattered across American stadiums as
the tournament reaches its most dramatic stage.
The United States opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a
commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in
Inglewood, California. Folarin Balogun scored twice under
coach Mauricio Pochettino as the USA topped Group D. For
the first time in 32 years, the World Cup is on American
soil across 11 host cities, and the tournament is already
breaking attendance records.
