Last Updated on February 4, 2019 by WFD
TripAdvisor, the leading travel review site, has ranked the world’s best travel destinations of 2018. The site’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for Destinations recognised travellers’ favourite destinations around the world.
The award winners were determined using an algorithm based on the quantity and quality of reviews and ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions in destinations worldwide, gathered over a 12-month period.
According to Brooke Ferencsik, Senior Director of Communications for TripAdvisor, the millions of reviewers across the globe who ranked these destinations love exploring iconic cities that are full of rich history and culture.
Rome, Barcelona, Marrakesh, and other well-known cities made it to the top 10 best travel destinations globally. New York City, the travellers’ favourite city in U.S.A placed 10th worldwide.
Did your preferred destination make it to the best 10 travel destinations of 2018? Find out from the list below.
class="wp-block-heading">9. Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul is a city of modernity with a subtle hint of tradition. The city is filled with history, food, and culture. Most of the tourist attractions are religious destinations with enchanting history to them. The city of Istanbul serves a bridge between Europe and Asia.
class="wp-block-heading">8. Marrakesh, Morocco
Marrakesh, the capital city of Morocco, is the only city in Africa that made the list of top 10 travel destinations of 2018. That’s really impressive. The North-African city is a major economic center and home to markets, mosques, palaces and gardens. Exploring the intimate courtyards and snaking alleyways of the historic Medina can easily eat up a day.
class="wp-block-heading">7. Prague, Czech Republic
Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. It is home to many tourist attractions – including Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and 600 year old Prague Astronomical Clock. Prague’s best bars are found in cellars, where historic pubs set the scene for a night of traditional tippling.
class="wp-block-heading">6. Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region, is known for its art and architecture. It’s a city with a lively nightlife. If you are a lover of nightlife, then Barcelona is surely meant for you to explore.
class="wp-block-heading">5. Crete, Greece
The birthplace of both the king of the Olympian gods and of modern European civilization, Crete is a Mediterranean jewel. It’s rich with archaeological and mythological history that’s reflected in its ancient ruins and cultural attractions.
class="wp-block-heading">4. Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a true definition of Paradise on earth. The Indonesian island is well-known for its beaches, resorts, coral reefs, and forested volcanic mountains. For an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime, Bali is a must visit destination.
class="wp-block-heading">3. Rome, Italy
You’re probably familiar with the saying, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Yes, you’ll also need more than a day to tour and enjoy the beauty the city has to offer.
class="wp-block-heading">2. London, United Kingdom
Touted as one of the best cities to visit with history stretching back to Roman times, London boasts of its culinary capabilities and fine arts.
class="wp-block-heading">1. Paris, France
Here comes the top travel destination of 2018. Paris, the capital city of France, is a major travel destination in Europe. Countless travellers around the globe choose to visit this wonderful city each year because of its landmarks, art, culture, and food, architecture.
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