Top 9 Vacation Destinations for 2024

Once wanderlust settles in, it’s only a matter of deciding where to explore next. Whether you’re seeking to plan a vacation closer to home, are considering a European getaway or are perhaps dreaming of a more exotic adventure, we have a roundup of destinations that continue amaze and inspire us.

Here is a list of our favorite countries and destinations to travel to for 2024:

1. Croatia | Stunning coastlines, gorgeous medieval cities, rich heritage, incredible cuisine and warm people have all made this Adriatic country a rising star in recent years. Dubrovnik’s Old Town, Split’s Diocletian’s Palace, the glamorous island of Hvar, wine tasting and truffle hunting in Pula – you simply can’t go wrong with the selection of ports.
2. Italy | A larger-than-life country that needs no description, Italy is a place that has captured travelers’ imaginations for centuries. The celebrated cities – Rome, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Naples – are packed with treasures and the countryside and surrounding landscapes are too. Think the Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, Sicily, Tuscany, Umbria and beyond. Wherever you sail, la dolce vita is calling.
3. Greek Isles | The islands enchant with ancient ruins, prismatic sunsets, charming villages, dazzling beaches and postcard-perfect vistas at every turn. Oh, and did we mention the convivial tavernas and irresistible mezze – Greek hospitality is legendary for a reason. It’s difficult to soak up enough of the Greek Isles. Corfu, Crete, Lesbos, Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, Santorini – why choose just one when you island-hop to several?



4. Norway | Its fairytale fjord country is reason alone, but the port cities of Oslo, Bergen, Alesund, Stavanger and Trondheim are top picks too, revealing Nordic culture, architecture, museums and loads of historical attractions. Pining for more adventure? Head to the Svalbard archipelago, located in the Arctic Ocean halfway between Norway’s mainland and the North Pole.
5. Atlantic Canada & Quebec | Old Quebec is the only North American city to have preserved its ramparts, and in 1985 it became North America’s first city designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. That and the undeniable French romance of the Old Town are reason enough to add it to your list, but let’s not forget the treasures of some of the top Atlantic Maritime ports: the thriving culinary scene and maritime history of Halifax, Saint John’s Reversing Rapids and City Market, and Corner Brook’s Gros Morne National Park with its glacial valleys and soaring mountains.
6. Alaska | One of the last great unspoiled destinations, the 49th State is an inspiring summer vacation choice. Alaska itineraries pair glaciers, wide-open wilderness and remote ports like Homer and Kodiak with classic Alaska destinations like Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka. Only-in-Alaska experiences easily stack up with experiences like flightseeing tours, Alaska Railroad journeys, glacier hikes, wildlife safaris and more.



7. Sri Lanka | Located in the Indian Ocean off the coast of more well-traveled India, this exotic island country is somewhat off the beaten trail and full of surprises – and alluring natural beauty too. Few places have so many UNESCO sites packed into such a small area, eight in total. Sri Lanka is famous for its tea, and from Colombo, you can learn all about its production with a visit to a tea plantation. River safaris, exploring the rainforests of Yala National Park near Hambantota and temple visits are other top choices.
8. Malaysia | High-energy Kuala Lumpur sits alongside dense jungles, famous limestone grottoes and the heritage city of Malacca. Malaysia is endlessly diverse, eclectic and at turns, a touch eccentric. Think wild Borneo’s rainforests and fauna, free-spirited Penang’s colorful and out-of-ordinary sights (Snake Temple, anyone?), and the abundant golden sands, mangroves and waterfalls of Langkawi – all of which tend to be steeped in legends.
9. French Polynesia | If not now, then when? French Polynesia is one of those rare places in the world that is every bit as gorgeous as you’ve imagined. The lagoons, the lush islands and dense rainforests, the beaches and atolls, the impossibly blue water, the warm spirit of the people. It’s a corner of the world that begs you to stay awhile and won’t disappoint once you’ve landed.

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