The 20 Best Places To Visit In 2020

 

Have you thought about the places to travel on your next holiday? We studied the world and In 2020, we explored 20 exciting places for you to visit. Choose your favorite place and add it to your list.

1. Anguilla ( Caribbean)

Anguilla is a British overseas territory located in the Caribbean, at the northern end of the Windward Islands, in the Lesser Antilles. This spectacular Caribbean beach has long stretches of pristine white sand in Rendezvous Bay to Maundays Bay.

This destination is quite crowded by honeymooners who want to spend a romantic honeymoon. However, it is also ideal for family vacations. Here you will find countless hotels and luxurious resorts with infinity pools. On this paradise beach, seafood, lobsters, shrimps, crabs, snails. Coming from the sea to your table.

2. Dominica

No island in the Caribbean has the dominating nature of Dominica.With its unique nature, the Dominican Republic invites you on a tropical vacation.

It is a wonderful place where you can meet the green among the extraordinary mountain scenery, walk on the white sands, walk through the rivers and waterfalls and witness the wild life. Located on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic is where Christopher Columbus first set foot during his exploration of the new world. Although the capital is Santo Domingo, Spanish is the official language in the Dominican Republic and English is also quite common. Dominated by the tropical climate, the weather in Dominica is around 25-30 degrees.

Don’t think about what to eat in this country. In the Dominican cuisine you will find all dishes of vegetables, grilled and of course seafood. Dominican nightlife starts with beach parties as the sun sets and invites you to the heights of fun. Santo Domingo, the capital of the country and the oldest European settlement, is the center of entertainment and dance. You can be enchanted by the magnificent architecture of the Presidential Palace and visit the Monasterio de San Francisco Monastery. We also recommend that you participate in the annual Latin Music Festival and national surf races.

3. Los Cabos (Mexico)

Los Cabos is one of the five municipalities of the state of Baja California Sur, Mexico, and is located at the southern tip of the State. This area is one of the most important tourist destinations in Mexico and one of the largest protected national marine parks in the world.

The area is home to the oldest living reef on the west coast of North America. You can find sea turtles, sea lions, dolphins and humpback whales.Thanks to the success of the national marine park, travelers can now kayak, paddle or snorkel and dive with sea lions and even bull sharks. If you decide on this destination, you can collect products from the organic farm and cook with the restaurant chef. You will also find excellent hotels to stay.

4. Montenegro

Montenegro is a Balkan country with rugged mountains, medieval villages and a narrow strip of beaches along its Adriatic coastline. The Bay of Kotor, resembling a fjord, is dotted with coastal churches and fortified towns such as Kotor and Herceg Novi. Durmitor National Park, home to bears and wolves, encompasses limestone peaks, glacial lakes and 1,300m-deep Tara River Canyon.

The legendary Aman Sveti Stefan, a fortified island dating from the fifteenth century, is the ideal place for rest and relaxation on its pink sand beach and turquoise waters. In addition, beyond its coasts, it offers the possibility of exploring its peaks and entering its natural parks.

5. Taiwan

Taiwan’s capital city of Taipei can seem overwhelming, a tightly packed metropolis of buildings, traffic, and neon lights. But don’t worry, you will soon discover the charm of this bustling city. Museums like the National Palace Museum and the Taiwan National Museum house a treasure trove of Chinese art, and the National Museum of History is fascinating.While the museums are worthwhile, the best part of a Taipei day starts after the sun sets.

The city’s packed with night markets hawking interesting, and weird edible, foods. At the Shilin Night Market, try the fermented tofu, or hit up the Ningxia Night Market for tasty mochi. At the Huaxi Night Market, also known as Snake Alley, you’ll find more snakes than you’ve ever seen in one place, alive or dead, and you can try everything from cooked snake to eel soup.Another feature of Taipei is the densely forested hills that surround it. Just outside the city, Yangminshan National Park is full of trails and hot springs. The national park is one of 14 national forest areas, with hiking, mountain biking, and rafting options. If you’re ready for another urban experience, Taiwan’s southern seaside city Kaohsiung has a new arts district with cafes and galleries. (Source : https://matadornetwork.com/read/best-travel-2019/)

6. Placencia (Belize)

Placencia is a beautiful fishing village with houses and buildings, white sand beaches and clear waters surrounded by palm trees. In this destination there are countless attractions and all kinds of activities. It is the ideal place for diving, snorkeling, kayaking and fishing. The mangrove that is in the Plasencia lagoon is among the most important ecosystems in Belize.

With regard to marine life, coral gardens abound, along with various colorful fish and seagrass. It is important to mention that Cockscomb Basin, recognized as the only jaguar reserve in the world, is located in Belize, very close to Placencia.

7. Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan is a Central Asian country and former Soviet Republic. It is known for its mosques, tombs and other places connected with the Silk Road, the ancient trade route between China and the Mediterranean. Samarkand, a large city on the route, is a symbol of Islamic architecture. Both Samarkand and Bukhara are UNESCO World Heritage sites, owing to the roles they played as crossroads of culture in their Silk Road days.

Uzbek dishes combine Asian, Middle Eastern and European cuisine and you will enjoy them and you will be satisfied. Other activities that tourists can enjoy in the country are camel walking, hiking, bird watching, rafting and skiing. The Tashkent region, including the capital Tashkent, is the economic and political center of the nation. There is an international airport, bus service and metro system. The 3 metro stations in Tashkent contain marble ceilings and poles, engraved metal and beautiful chandeliers. This is not only one of the most beautiful stations in the world, it is the largest system in Central Asia.

8. Azores (Portugal)

Azores is a group of nine Portuguese islands located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, about 1400 km west of Lisbon. The Azores are known for outdoor adventure, along with historical and cultural charm. These islands have something for everyone: vineyards, volcanic crater lakes, world-class whale watching, hot springs, UNESCO-protected landscapes, cliffs, natural pools, hot springs, diving, surfing and waterfalls.

9. Bhutan

Far from the western world, in the Himalayan mountain range, is the kingdom of Bhutan, a unique place whose government decided to measure its well-being with a National Happiness Index, instead of using a classic indicator, such as the Gross Domestic Product. Not for nothing they say the happiest country in the world.

Natural beauty, culture and tradition. These may be the most important pillars of life in this territory of South Asia. One of the most magical and spiritual places in Bhutan is Paro Taktsang, the monastery built in the 17th century also known as the Tiger’s Nest, a prominent sacred site of the Buddhist Himalayan culture, located on the heights of the Paro Valley. The unique architecture and beauty of this place is the biggest reason to go.

10. Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country on the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe. Its countryside is home to medieval villages, rivers and lakes, plus the craggy Dinaric Alps. National capital Sarajevo has a well preserved old quarter, Bascarsija, with landmarks like 16th-century Gazi Husrev bey Mosque. The country’s most celebrated and at times tragic city, Sarajevo, is a stunning melting pot of cultures and religions, cuisines and architectural styles.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is also rich in natural springs, many of which are tapped for bottled mineral water or for popular thermal health spas. The weather in the Bosnia region resembles that of the southern Austrian highlands generally mild, though apt to be bitterly cold in winter. Two hours east of Sarajevo is the town of Mostar, where the famous 500-year-old Stari Most “Old Bridge tahr was destroyed by Croatian warriors. It was rebuilt with stones from the original quarry.

11. Botswana

Botswana, a landlocked country in Southern Africa, has a landscape defined by the Kalahari Desert and the Okavango Delta, which becomes a lush animal habitat during the seasonal floods. The massive Central Kalahari Game Reserve, with its fossilized river valleys and undulating grasslands, is home to numerous animals including giraffes, cheetahs, hyenas and wild dogs.

This is one of the most famous safari destinations and one of the most fascinating countries in South Africa. Botswana is known internationally for its incredible wildlife, luxurious accommodations and fantastic activities. Located in the heart of Chobe National Park in Botswana, the beautiful accommodations offer you an incredible wildlife view in the savannah.

12. Kauai (Hawaii)

Kauai is an island in the Central Pacific, part of the Hawaiian archipelago. It’s nicknamed “the Garden Isle” thanks to the tropical rainforest covering much of its surface. The oldest and northernmost island in the Hawaiian chain is draped in emerald valleys, sharp mountain spires and jagged cliffs aged by time and the elements. Centuries of growth have formed tropical rainforests, forking rivers and cascading waterfalls! Some parts of Kauai are only accessible by sea or air, revealing views beyond your imagination. The island is home to a variety of outdoor activities.

It has waterfalls, spectacular views encountered while driving and more than 60 beaches. Some beaches offer spectacular snorkelling, while others have tidal pools suitable for children, while others are ideal for all kinds of water sports.

13. Mexico City

Mexico City is the largest urban center in the country, as well as the main political, academic, economic, fashion, financial, business and cultural center. It is located in the Valley of Mexico at an altitude of 2,240 meters and has an area of 1,485 square kilometers, divided into 16 delegations. It is one of the most dynamic and largest cities on the planet, as well as a conglomerate of legendary and modern cultural cosmogonies; That is why it seduces and fascinates those who live and enjoy it.

Mexico City offers a unique blend of contemporary city life and historic heritage. It is possible to come across the ruins of many cultures in famous museums, restaurants and parks around the world. Nightlife, shopping malls and history are definitely a must-see, regardless of your style of travel.

14. Iceland

From waterfalls and glaciers to whale and seagull watching, Iceland is a place you’ll definitely want to visit in 2020. Iceland, a Nordic island nation, is defined by its dramatic landscape with volcanoes, geysers, hot springs and lava fields. Massive glaciers are protected in Vatnajökull and Snaefellsjokull national parks. Most of the population lives in the capital, Reykjavik, which runs on geothermal power and is home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history.

Iceland is a young land, still in formation, and of a geology rich in volcanoes, glaciers, gorges, lava flows, cliffs, craters or waterfalls. The Blue Lagoon is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Iceland. This artificial pool is heated with a geothermal plant. Travelers from all over the world visit her to bathe in the warm Icelandic waters that border the 37 and 40 ° C.

15. Havana (Cuba)

Havana is Cuba’s capital city. Spanish colonial architecture in its 16th-century Old Havana core includes the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, a fort and maritime museum. The National Capitol Building is an iconic 1920s landmark. Also in Old Havana is the baroque Catedral de San Cristóbal and Plaza Vieja, whose buildings reflect the city’s vibrant architectural mix.

Imagine walking through Old Havana, through its squares, monuments, church castles and fortresses that once protected the city from pirates. Traveling from the center of Havana to the glamorous neighborhood of Miramar in a convertible car like a Chevrolet Belair or a Ford Fairlane is a true time travel. Its colorful buildings bear witness to its golden colonial era.

Drink a mojito in La Bodeguita del Medio, visit the Museum of the Revolution, visit its tobacco factory, live its gastronomic experience and end the day with a beautiful sunset on the Malecon. They are just some activities that you can enjoy in Havana.

16. Cartagena (Colombia)

Cartagena de Indias is full of color, cuisine and culture. Forbes recommends staying at Casa San Agustín located in the center of the action within the city walls. Colonial, republican and modern architecture, the attractions of an intense nightlife, cultural festivals and lush landscapes.

The beaches of Cartagena invite you to enjoy the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea. The city has an excellent gastronomic offer and an important hotel and tourist infrastructure.

17. Ljubljana (Slovenia)

Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, is the largest city in the country and is known for its university population and green areas, such as the extensive Tivoli park. Sail along the Ljubljanica River, curved shapes and lined with coffee shops with terraces Ljubljana has many museums, such as the National Museum of Slovenia, where historical exhibitions are organized, and the Museum of Modern Art, where Slovenian paintings and sculptures from the 20th century are exhibited.

According to Forbes, the new InterContinental Ljubljana is the perfect place to stay and enjoy a luxurious and modern experience. In addition, it is very close to the train station, Old Town and .

18. Baha Mar (Bahamas)

Baha Mar is the largest and most luxurious resort in the Bahamas. A true Caribbean paradise located in Nassau. This resort has something for travelers of all tastes and preferences: the luxurious Rosewood Baha Mar, the avant-garde of SLS Baha Mar or the family of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar.

The concept of the resort consists of shared areas among all hotels and private areas to preserve the personality of each one. Within the common areas there is an imposing casino, an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus golf course, swimming pools, restaurants, tennis courts, spa and beach with amenities for water sports.

19. Poland

Poland is still quite unknown to many. However, there are many reasons not to exclude this European destination from your travel list. This country has from cities that seem to be taken from stories and that waste history in every corner to natural places that are worth knowing. The historic center of Krakow is one of the most beautiful places in Poland. Rynek Glówny square is its heart and is the largest medieval square in Europe, dating from the thirteenth century.

In the capital of Poland, Warsaw, there is a lot of culture and arts, just like in Katowice. It is also worth visiting Szczecin, an emerging city in the northwest of the country that houses a new philharmonic building; the Wieliczka salt mine; Torun, city that saw the birth of astronomer Nicholas Copernicus; Zakopane, ideal for winter sports, mountaineering and hiking; And many more adventures.

20. Krabi (Thailand)

 

Krabi is a province located in southern Thailand and still goes unnoticed among tourists. In this destination of white sand and crystalline waters you can make excursions to the islands (Hong Island, Ph Phi Islands, Chicken Island, Koh Tup, Koh Mawr, Poda, among many more) of the surroundings, activities such as kayaking or rafting and do diving.Forbes recommends staying at Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton reserve, where bungalows have swimming pools, lotus-shaped bathtubs and huge beds. The hotel organizes barbecues on the beach and takes you on a boat trip through the islands.