This is part of our global guide to the best places to visit in 2024. Find more travel tips here.
At the end of each year, we predict future trends in the travel industry and select the top destinations we would recommend to our fellow global travelers for the next 12 months. Our expert contributors recommend destinations that are currently on the rise due to a flurry of hotel openings, the emergence of Michelin-starred hotels, the opening of new museums, or the take-up of concerted conservation efforts. These recommendations make up our “Best Places to Visit in 2024,” shining a spotlight on destinations that are on the rise.
This year, we’re not only looking at global destinations for the best places in the world to visit in 2024, but also at hot spots currently trending on each continent. This list is a compilation of European countries, regions, cities and neighbourhoods that are worth your time and attention in the coming year.
All 12 destinations are hot topics in our coverage right now, from Italy’s first sporting events to the incredible nature of Scandinavia to France’s intriguing surfing scene. Happy travelling!
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The best places to go in Europe
Mallorca, Spain
Aim for: Attractive new hotels opening one after another across the island
