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skift take 2023 was a year of strong growth in tourism to Europe. We are finally recovering from the pandemic. — Dawit Habtemariam Cyprus, Malta, Albania and other underrated destinations recorded the highest tourist growth rates in Europe last year, according to the latest data from Eurostat. More than 2.6 billion tourists stayed in hotels and alternative accommodation in Europe from January to October. Of this, international tourism increased by 12.5%. Below are the destinations with the highest growth rates in the first 10 months of 2023. Country tourist accommodation growth rate Albania 55.6% Malta 21% Cyprus 20.7% Montenegro 19.4%…
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The ever-popular Italy has snatched the top spot in an AI ranking of Europe’s most popular countries. [+] Destination in 2024.getty The new year always brings with it a slew of lists from travel experts and influencers predicting the most popular destinations for the next 12 months. But which country does AI think will attract people in 2024? Can AI predict the most popular travel destinations in 2024? Travel trends analyst Mavrian used this new technology to eavesdrop on impromptu conversations about vacations on social media from January to October 2023. The results show that active, nature-based travel is a…
Lacey Faltz Last updated: Monday, January 15, 2024 at 5:00 AM The Mediterranean is a region rich in ancient history, incredible culture and delicious cuisine, and the countries surrounding the sea from which the region takes its name offer a wealth of opportunities for exploration to suit all travel styles. No two destinations are alike. From the Roman ruins of Tunisia to France’s star-studded Côte d’Azur and the medieval centre of Barcelona, the Mediterranean offers a range of multicultural destinations with interconnected histories, yet each one entirely unique in its own right. The best spots in the MediterraneanWhen planning a…
When looking at a map of the entire United States, Tennessee quickly becomes one of the most recognizable states. It is shaped like an irregular parallelogram, nearly four times as long as it is wide, and measures approximately 420 miles from east to west and 120 miles from north to south. But what the two-dimensional view doesn’t tell us is that its boundaries contain seemingly endless variations in both landscape and culture. “Tennessee is the perfect blend of urban and rural, casual yet sophisticated, with easy access to the great outdoors,” says his chef, Cassidy Dabney, executive director of The…
The Sunshine State attracts more than 130 million visitors per year, and a big part of the appeal is its natural (and manmade) beauty. From tropical islands to thick forests to astoundingly clear freshwater springs, there are a lot of beautiful places to visit in Florida. Also, there is no shortage of fantastic Floridian resorts. Luckily, with warm weather and ample sun year-round, there’s no bad time to visit. As a fourth-generation Floridian, this writer is well aware of the state’s treasures, both popular and lesser-known, and I’m happy to spread the love. We also asked Florida blogger Amanda Conkel…
At Times Insider, we tell you who we are, what we do, and give you behind-the-scenes insights into how our journalism comes together.This year’s New York Times Travel Desk’s list of 52 Places to Visit features all kinds of destinations around the world. Several of the locations on the list will host special events in 2024. As an example, Paris is the host of his 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Mexico, Canada and his 13 states in the United States will offer the best views of the total solar eclipse across North America this spring. Other destinations such as Morocco…
For many travelers, turning 50 is a sign you’re in your travel prime. By your sixth decade, you’ve learned a lot about how to make the best use of vacation time, so it’s no accident that older and wiser travelers tend toward senior travel tours. Tours for seniors offer the chance to leave the driving to someone else, not sweat the details, and be freed up to really enjoy a destination. It’s a tour industry truth that most guests skew older, and most tour companies do a good job meeting the needs of travelers in their 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and…
Downward angle icon Downward angle icon. North Cascades National Park in Washington State is one of the most beautiful places I have ever traveled to. Emily Hart I am a solo traveler who has visited all 50 states and almost every national park in the United States. The beauty of Glacier National Park has brought me to tears many times. I also love traveling to beautiful places like Grand Teton National Park and Sedona, Arizona. Growing up in the Midwest, I was often exposed to photos on calendars and as wallpaper on my computer screen that seemed too good to…
Where are the best places to travel if you’re young and on a budget? We researched Gen Z’s travel habits and selected five of the cheapest and most exciting destinations in Europe and Asia.Are you young, strapped for money, and constantly plagued by wanderlust? You’re not alone. We at Kiwi.com are experts in money-saving travel hacks and cheap destinations for people like you. In this article, we will introduce you to the 5 best places to travel when you are young and broke. It includes cheat sheet notes on the best times to travel, a manageable budget, and the single…