When the travel bug bites you, it becomes hard to decide on an itinerary because of the many destinations around the world. Which city would provide you the best tourist experience is a difficult decision because every city abroad is alluring. In order to simplify things, this is the ultimate list of 24 world’s best places to travel in 2018.
If you are a foodie, go to Chicago. This is one city that has been declared the restaurant city of the year by Bon Appetit magazine. Chicago has breweries, several multi-cuisine restaurants, comedy clubs, music festivals and museums. For the nature lover, it has beautiful parks too. Don’t go during winter.
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This is a futuristic city that has a variety of tourist hotspots and entertainment to offer. You can visit fancy shopping malls, a glass pyramid and Almaty which is a fashionable city. You can even visit the great outdoors that offer panoramic views of snow covered peaks, tranquil lakes and scenic trekking trails.
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This is one city that rarely features in any world tour but it is actually a beautiful and charming destination. Located at the confluence of Asia and Europe, Tbilisi’s quaint old style cobbled paths and churches are like a walk back in time. You can make short excursions from the city to visit the scenic and picturesque outdoors of Tbilisi.
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This year will see the city celebrating its 300th birthday. This means there is much fanfare lined up with firework displays, Mardi Gras parades, live concerts and performances galore. Don’t forget to visit the two best restaurants in the USA which is Turkey and Wolf, both in New Orleans.
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The nicest thing about Seville is that it is focusing on bicycles and trams to reduce pollution and traffic. The Andalucía capital is now a pleasant experience and has been named by Lonely Planet as the city of the year 2018.
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Among the world’s best laces of 2018, Visiting Antwerp will be fun because the city is celebrating its Baroque heritage that includes art and music festivals. There will be a number of parades, exhibitions and concerts to liven up the life of the city.
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LA Paz is nestled high up in the Andes Mountains and is a spectacular destination for the nature buff. The biggest attraction here is the La Paz aerial cable called Mi Teleferico which is an amazing experience.
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For scenery worth dying for, Ninh Binh a tiny city near Hanoi Vietnam is a must-see destination on any bucket list. Located on Vietnam’s Red River Delta, it showcases some immaculate, topography, lush forests and beautiful limestone cliffs. One should also explore the caves in Cuc Phuong national park which will take you to a different world.
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Buenos Aires is a cultural adventure of a lifetime and is extremely affordable because of the rising dollar value. Buenos Aires offers a variety of entertainment, art, culture and activity for any tourist.
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Portugal is back on the map of world tourism where an American Express report stated an increase of tourist by 86% for the first half of 2018. Lisbon the capital has plenty to offer with its red rooftops, ancient castles, beautiful churches and of course the lovely port wine.
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These places should be in your bucket list for 2018
This is one exotic destination that should never be missed. Regarded as the cultural capital of Europe for 2018, Malta’s rich architectural heritage will mesmerize you. Malta was conceived in the 16th century and has over 300 monuments to visit. History is abundant in this UNESCO heritage site including the attractive Mediterranean beaches.
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Slowly becoming the futuristic destination of the world, Singapore is a hub of global culture because of the business boom in the city. Singapore is a meeting point of both modern and tradition where you can shop to your delight in one of its many shopping areas. Make a visit to Marina Sands Bay if you do go there.
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Durban is a must-see destination on the world tourism map of 2018. Durban is a surfer’s haven and boasts of some fantastic rugged coastline. The city is a hub of tourist activity that includes marine world, theme parks, and the Botanical gardens.
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St Petersburg has been voted as Europe’s best destination by the World Travel Award in 2018. This ancient city is noted for its beautiful churches and architectural splendour. It is a cultural and historical delight.
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This is one exotic destination that can never be left out of any list. Marrakesh is an exquisite mosaic of tradition. You would love getting lost in its quaint and bustling bazaars selling every item from carpets to trinkets. Excursions from Marrakesh is a must that should include a camel ride too.
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Rather than see modern Italy, it would be better to experience the old world charm of Emilia Romagna. This is a culinary adventure being the culinary capital of the country. Emilia Romagna is a feast for those who love culture and history with cobblestone paths, medieval villages and lots of food tours like Eataly world a food theme park.
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This is one place you shouldn’t miss in 2018 according to the travelogues. Senegal is a place of infinite beauty that also offers great surfing and entertainment. Pristine beaches dot the coast of Senegal where you can experience the exotic seafood and local entertainment all at an affordable price.
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World Travel Awards has named Ecuador as a Top city break destination in South America. What’s enchanting about Ecuador is its close proximity to the Galapagos Islands that will give you an ethereal experience.
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No list is complete with Paris which is the most classic destination in the world. With Parisian cafes to the art experience, Paris has much to offer. There is never a dull moment for any type of tourist where Paris will delight you night and day. What makes Paris more interesting for 2018 is the newly opened art destination called l’Atelier des Lumieres that debuted this month.
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You just can write off Hamburg from any Tourist destination where the Elbphiharmonie, the glass concert hall on the harbour is its latest attraction. The structure costs a staggering $850 million and its acoustics will give you a mind-blowing experience.
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It seems according to travel experts, Iceland is the most sought-after destination in 2018. Iceland has every spectacular sight to offer, from glaciers to volcanic deserts and black sand beaches. What’s not to love and like in Iceland?
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For those who love mountains, there is nothing more spectacular than the Tara Mountains of Poland. Also known as the Polish Alps, this is one of the most scenic spots in Poland and very pocket-friendly too. The area is excellent for skiing and staying in quaint mountain chalets.
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2018 is an ideal time to visit to experience the pomp and show of the King and Queen’s 50th wedding anniversary. Oslo has several things to do for a tourist including its splendid sights and of course a viewpoint to witness the northern lights.
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Did you know that the type of mammals you find in Nosy Anko are unlike any found in the world. This is an exclusive and exotic wild life sanctuary of sorts in Madagascar and the surrounding scenery is breathtaking. You can experience a helicopter tour or even go deep sea diving.
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