Now that we're well into the new year, it's time to get those 2024 travel plans in motion. But if you're still undecided about where to go on vacation this year, you should check out Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice is the best of the best For the year 2024. This annual ranking covers several categories including destinations, beaches, hotels, restaurants and things to do.
To compile the list, Tripadvisor combs through user-generated reviews and ratings over a 12-month period. and in destinations In the category, Tokyo topped the list as the No. 1 trending destination to visit in 2024.
According to Tripadvisor, Tokyo tops the list for its vibrant mix of tradition and pop culture. It's the kind of metropolis where you can wake up at dawn and watch the world-famous tuna auction at Toyosu Market before heading to an ancient shrine for some Zen in town.
In the afternoon there will be picturesque strolls under the cherry blossoms, before ramen in the nostalgic alleyways of Omoid Yokocho to live in one of Tokyo's most unique bars. Plus, if you're visiting this year, check out the new and improved TeamLab Borderless, which has reopened in a new central Tokyo location.
Asia is poised to rule 2024 in the travel industry, judging by this year's list of TripAdvisor trending destinations. Eight of the top 10 are located in this diverse and culturally rich continent.
Here are TripAdvisor's top 10 most popular places to visit this year.
- Tokyo, Japan
- Seoul, South Korea
- Halong Bay, Vietnam
- Palawan Island, Philippines
- Sapa, Vietnam
- Bogotá Colombia
- Pattaya, Thailand
- Alajuela, Costa Rica
- Phnom Penh, Cambodia
- Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
If you're reading this, here's your sign to say 'yes' to Tokyo. See you soon.
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