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Here\u2019s National Geographic’s annual list of superlative destinations for the year ahead\u2014places filled with wonder, rewarding to travelers of all ages, and supportive of local communities and ecosystems.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Travel inspiration is everywhere you look. The question is where to go next. Here\u2019s our annual list of superlative destinations for the year ahead\u2014places filled with wonder, rewarding to travelers of all ages, and supportive of local communities and ecosystems. Reported by our global editors and framed by five categories (Community<\/a>, Nature<\/a>, Culture<\/a>, Family<\/a>, and Adventure<\/a>), these 25 destinations for 2023 are under the radar, ahead of the curve, and ready for you to start exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Community: Where conservation benefits everyone<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Discover Karpathos, Greece, a surprising and sublime spot in the Dodecanese Islands<\/strong><\/a>, where women-led ventures are leading the charge in sustainable tourism. Spend a long weekend in Milwaukee, Wisconsin<\/strong><\/a>, a vibrant Great Lakes city that celebrates its cultural community as much as its breweries. Experience how long-held traditions and contemporary perspectives intersect, with Indigenous tourism outfitters in Alberta, Canada<\/strong><\/a>. Board a new high-speed train that makes lesser known regions of Laos<\/strong><\/a> accessible to tourists and brings economic opportunities to locals. Head to Ghana<\/strong><\/a> to explore Black heritage and hang out with a fashion-forward crowd in the capital, Accra. (Learn more about how these Best of the World destinations support their communities.<\/em><\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nature: Escapes to wild, beautiful places<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Marvel at the biodiversity of Botswana<\/strong><\/a>\u2014as well as the programs to rehabilitate endangered species, create wildlife corridors, and develop community-owned tourism projects. Linger in theScottish Highlands<\/strong><\/a>, where a rewilding movement is aiming to restore the original landscape and native flora and fauna. In Slovenia<\/strong><\/a>, a longtime leader in sustainable tourism, set off on new gastrotourism biking routes that visit farms, vineyards, cheesemakers, and other food producers. Big Bend National Park<\/strong><\/a>brings to life the frontier legend of Texas\u2014but the landscape will also surprise you. In the Azores<\/strong><\/a>,applaudaward-winning sustainability programs that conserve the natural wonders of this volcanic archipelago known for whale watching and thermal springs. (Delve into our best destinations for nature lovers.<\/em><\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Culture: Places where history and heritage rule<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visit King Tut\u2019s new home in Egypt<\/strong><\/a> at Cairo\u2019s Grand Egyptian Museum and see Luxor\u2019s Avenue of the Sphinxes. Tap into the creative energy of Asia\u2019s top film festival and sip craft beer in Busan, South Korea<\/strong><\/a>, the nation\u2019s second largest city. Make a pilgrimage through history along Italy\u2019s Appian Way<\/strong><\/a>, Europe\u2019s ancient \u201csuperhighway.\u201d Explore culture and history\u2014with a side of Low Country cuisine\u2014at the International African American Museum in Charleston, South Caroli<\/strong>na<\/strong><\/a>. See one of the world\u2019s largest assemblages of stone statues at Longmen Grottoes<\/strong><\/a>, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Henan Province, China. (Here\u2019s how to visit these Best of the World destinations<\/em><\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Family: Inspiring journeys for all ages<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In\u00a0Switzerland<\/strong><\/a>, ride the rails to quaint Alpine towns for chocolate, hiking, and skiing. Help save the turtles in\u00a0Trinidad & Tobago<\/strong><\/a>, one of the most important leatherback turtle rookeries in the world. In\u00a0San Francisco, California<\/strong><\/a>,gather around a campfire with Golden Gate views at Presidio Tunnel Tops and hike the urban Crosstown Trail.Go birdwatching in the avian paradise that is\u00a0Colombia<\/strong><\/a>, the enchanted land of Disney\u2019s\u00a0Encanto.\u00a0<\/em>Visit the playing grounds of a storied soccer team in\u00a0Manchester, England<\/strong><\/a>\u2014and be inspired by the city\u2019s art scene as well.\u00a0(Explore more of these family-friendly destinations<\/em><\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue\u00a0reading\u2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is an excerpt from an article published earlier by NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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