Global travel authority Lonely Planet has today unveiled its top destinations to visit next year with the release of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023.
And for the first time, this annual must-have guide has been reimagined, centering local perspectives and recommendations at the heart of each listed destination.
Consisting of a range of interesting destinations, this robust roster of 30 must-visit locations is sorted by the type of trip best had there: eat, journey, connect, learn and unwind.
Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023 delivers new takes on popular destinations such as Manchester, home to one of the UK’s most dynamic arts scenes, and the laid-back surf culture of El Salvador. It also unearths some lesser-known gems like the food scene in Montevideo, Uruguay, indigenous community-operated attractions in Alaska and South America’s eco-tourism rising star Guyana.
How were the 30 Best in Travel destinations selected? Each year, Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023 lists start with nominations from Lonely Planet’s vast community of staff, writers, bloggers, publishing partners and more. The nominations are then whittled down by its panel of travel experts to just 30 destinations. Each is chosen for its topicality, unique experiences, ‘wow’ factor and its ongoing commitment to sustainability, community, and diversity.
Here are Lonely Planet’s top 30 destinations for next year….
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