Tulsa is gaining national attention once again. The Wall Street Journal has named Tulsa one of its 10 Best Places to Visit in 2026, spotlighting the city among destinations around the world worth planning a trip to in the year ahead.
The article points to Tulsa as a standout place to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66, highlighting the city’s historic role in the creation of the Mother Road under Tulsa businessman Cyrus Avery in 1926. Upcoming centennial events, including classic car parades and Route 66 Road Fest, are noted as key reasons to visit.
The piece also calls out Tulsa’s cultural offerings, including the retro character of the Meadow Gold District and music landmarks like the Bob Dylan Center and Woody Guthrie Center, along with the city’s well preserved Art Deco architecture.
While we’re honored that Tulsa is being recognized as a national travel destination, those who spend more than a weekend here often discover something deeper: Tulsa is a place that’s easy to imagine calling home. Beyond the festivals and landmarks is a city known for its affordability, welcoming community, and real opportunity for remote workers looking to build a life - not just plan a trip.
That’s exactly why Tulsa Remote offers Hosted Visits for Finalists. These curated visits give eligible remote workers the chance to experience Tulsa beyond the tourist highlights - exploring neighborhoods, coworking spaces, local culture, and the everyday moments that make life here work. It’s a firsthand look at what it feels like to live, work, and belong in Tulsa.
If Tulsa’s earning a spot on your 2026 travel list, it might also deserve a place on your shortlist of cities to move to. Take an eligibility quiz below and apply to Tulsa Remote to see if your Tulsa could be the start of something more.
For the full list and the Wall Street Journal’s take on why Tulsa made the cut, read the article below.
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