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Travel Tips
World Cup 2026 Visa Requirements: Country-by-Country Guide
Three host countries means three different visa systems. Here's exactly what you need to enter the US, Canada, and Mexico for the World Cup — by passport.
Oscar Garcia··4 min read
Events
World Cup 2026 Format Explained: 48 Teams, 12 Groups, New Rules
First 48-team World Cup. New Round of 32. 104 matches instead of 64. Here's how the new format actually works — and why some tournaments will end before they start.
Oscar Garcia··4 min read
Travel Guides · Miami
World Cup 2026 Miami: Hard Rock Stadium Guide
Miami hosts 7 matches including the 3rd-place playoff. Here's where to stay, what to eat, and how to survive South Florida heat in July.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Guides · Los Angeles
World Cup 2026 Los Angeles: SoFi Stadium Guide
LA hosts 8 World Cup matches at SoFi Stadium. Here's how to navigate the city's brutal traffic, where to stay, and where Mexico fans will gather.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Guides · Dallas
World Cup 2026 Dallas: AT&T Stadium Guide
Dallas/Arlington hosts more World Cup matches than any other US city — including a semifinal. Here's everything you need to know.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Guides · Atlanta
World Cup 2026 Atlanta: Mercedes-Benz Stadium Guide
Atlanta hosts 8 matches including a semifinal. With MARTA rail to the stadium and the South's best food scene, it's the most underrated WC host city.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Guides · Boston
World Cup 2026 Boston: Gillette Stadium Guide
Boston hosts 7 World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium — which is in Foxborough, not Boston. Here's how to plan around that.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Guides · Vancouver
World Cup 2026 Vancouver Travel Guide: 7 Matches at BC Place
Vancouver hosts 7 matches at BC Place — including potentially the most beautiful matchday backdrop of any host city. Mountains, ocean, downtown stadium.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Guides · Houston
World Cup 2026 Houston: NRG Stadium Guide
Houston hosts 7 World Cup matches at NRG Stadium. Texas heat, the best food diversity in America, and a Mexican fan presence rivaling Mexico City.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Guides
World Cup 2026 USA Host Cities Ranked: Which is Best to Visit?
11 USA host cities ranked by overall traveler experience — match logistics, food, accommodations, day-trip potential, and cost.
Oscar Garcia··4 min read
Travel Guides · Seattle
World Cup 2026 Seattle: Lumen Field Guide
Seattle hosts 6 matches at Lumen Field — best weather of any USA host city in July. Here's where to stay, what to eat, and where the Sounders fans drink.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Guides · Philadelphia
World Cup 2026 Philadelphia: Lincoln Financial Field
Philly hosts 6 matches — and it's the cheapest Northeast option. Here's where to eat the real cheesesteaks and watch matches like a local.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read