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The 100 greatest destinations of all time
Traveller’s editors asked some of our regular contributors to consider the destinations that mattered to them the most –based on their millions of air (and road, rail, sea, river and land) miles accumulated over the past decade. From their votes we compiled a list of “Traveller’s 100 all-time greatest destinations”, with the results revealed in the articles below. As often happens with such lists, some may find the voting results confounding, even contentious but we hope they nevertheless provide inspiration for your next journey.
These 25 countries are the best holiday destinations of all time
Citing everything from elite street food to a little-known real-life Shangri-La, there really is a nation for every traveller.
The 41 cities and towns you must visit at least once
They’re among the world’s best food destinations, with a deep sense of place, and a vibrant past. But for all their similarities, they’re utterly one-of-a-kind.
The 13 must-see wonders of the world
Seven wonders of the world? There are far more than seven worth seeing. But our writers have narrowed down their list to 13, from mountains and deserts to ancient structures.
The 12 greatest islands of all time
Ranging from beach escapes to art hubs and foodie hotspots, here are the world’s 12 best islands according to our writers.
Nine unforgettable regions that should be on your bucket-list
Drilling down to states, provinces and regions, Traveller’s brains-trust have selected their favourite pockets of the Earth to visit.
Top 100 destinations of all time: The full list
Here’s the full list of destinations, as voted for by our writers, numbered from 100 to one. Do you agree or disagree with the list? Share your thoughts here.
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