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Over the past 50 years Lonely Planet has printed over 150 million guidebooks covering 221 countries and other titles showcasing the wonders of the world for travellers. Now in its 19th year Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel is voted for by the publishers global community of staff, local writers, and partners.
It looks to provide expert insight into lesser-known destinations and new takes on popular places. New cycling trails, train and flight services making destinations more accessible, bids for UNESCO world heritage status and ongoing commitment to sustainability, community and diversity have all contributed towards this year’s list.
Best Cities
1. Nairobi, Kenya
2. Paris, France
3. Montreal, Canada
4. Mostar, Bosnia
5. Philadelphia, USA
6. Manaus. Brazil
7. Jakarta, Indonesia
8. Prague, The Czech Republic
9. Izmir, Turkey
10. Kansas City, Missouri
1) Nairobi, Kenya
Kenya’s capital is staking its claim as a global centre of culture, sizzling with unmissable travel experiences. Shrugging off the colonial gaze and embracing its unique rhythms, with a dynamic array of restaurants, food carts and cafes, along with a steady rotation of arts and cultural venues that all fuel a distinct Nairobi cool. Within easy reach, its namesake national park is teeming with wildlife. www.lonelyplanet.com/kenya/nairobi
2) Paris, France
3) Montreal, Canada
One of Canada’s coolest destinations with an
all-season calendar of festivals and arts
events, changing neighbourhoods packed
with diverse cuisine, au courant galleries and
quirky shops.
This year, new museums, revamped
attractions, an ever-vibrant restaurant scene
and added transport options provide even
more reasons to explore.
4) Mostar, Bosnia
The unforgettably scenic, minaretdotted medieval Old Town and
infamous bridge now draws visitors for
more than a daytrip to its dynamic arts,
crafts, and music festivals.
With the 20th anniversary of the
reconstruction of the Stari Most bridge
coming up, there has never been a
more jubilant time to go.
5) Philadelphia, USA
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| Philadelphia, USA |
6) Manaus, Brazi
A poetic collision of steamy spectacle and ecotourism adventure awaits in the Amazon region’s largest city. Standing at the strangely unmixing confluence of the blackwater Rio Negro and the khaki-coloured Rio Solimões, surrounded by the world’s largest rainforest, where countless unique and endangered species find their home.
7) Jakarta, Indonesia
Indonesia’s soon-to-be former capital has long been a base camp for international travellers going on to the nation’s wild rainforests and far-flung islands. In 2022, the government announced that it would move to a newly built capital due to Jakarta’s repeated flooding and infuriating traffic. This cosmopolitan city is still the place to indulge in urban comforts before venturing into the nation’s remoter corners.
8) Prague, Czechia
A pulsating capital cloaked in a Gothic cityscape, with iconic attractions like Prague Castle and Charles Bridge almost feel too beautiful to be real. In the past decade, visitors arrived in droves, partly spoiling the city’s charms. The Covid-19 lockdown gave the city the chance to hit the reset button, and in 2024, the city promises to alleviate the crowds by promoting slow tourism and attractions away from the city centre.
9) Izmir, Turkey
10) Kansas City, Missouri
Thanks to the opening of a new state-of-theart airport terminal and the extension of the free-to-ride streetcar line through Kansas City’s urban centre, the ‘Heart of America’ is more firmly on travellers’ maps than ever before.
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