Best Trending Travel Destination 2020: A Complete List

Can you ignore a complete list of possibly the best trending travel destination 2020?

Well, it is always an exciting time of the year when a year goes by and we welcome a new year with much hope and dreams.

With the coming year just a few days away from now, the desire to travel has only increased. 2019 has been an exciting year with lots of ups and downs.

Amidst the chaotic life, it is a well-planned trip that has always given me a respite and kept me composed.

The beauty of the world can only be seen and feel when you are out there exploring.

The moment I decided to put together an article on the best trending travel destination 2020, I started gathering information and people’s best choice of places. It took me a week to compile everything together.

I know many of you love traveling so much that they keep looking for places.

If you are a true traveler by heart and soul, have a look at these best destinations across the world that you could pin for your 2020 travel.

(You can check out the flight and hotels deal at booking.com; I recommend this because I find it a very reliable and trustworthy source. Also, booking.com is my personal favorite for booking aboard flights and budget-friendly accommodation.) This is not any promotion tricks, just a genuine suggestion.

JAPAN

For the last few years, Japan has remained one of the top countries to travel and visit for its fascinating tradition, cuisine, safe cities, and captivating nature.

Apart from being a technologically highly advanced country, it is also one of the safest countries to live in.

With so many amazing countries in the world, undoubtedly, Japan is a must-visit place at least once in a lifetime.

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Cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Miyajima are the top attraction of Japan. Other than the cities, there are some of the great travel spots that are worth visiting Japan and worth every penny of yours.

Here is a small list of a few great travel spots of Japan that you can think of adding on your ‘places to go list’.

Nara – A stroll around the oldest town Nara could be captivating and lend you the historical significance of that place. Here, you can have a look at Japan’s oldest temples and their reminiscence.

Mount Fuji – Mount Fuji represents Japan. It is the tallest mountain in Japan and an active volcano spot. It is a very popular tourist spot and has been a sacred spot for practicers of Shinto.

Kyoto – Kyoto is a great place to explore the culture of Japan. You can explore the Japanese market that has a massive variety of fishes.

You can visit the Yasaka Shrine, Gion with willow-lined streets, and traditional style tea houses.

If you are a fan of anime and manga characters, often caught watching manga movies on Netflix and reading anime, do not forget to stop over at the International Manga Museum.

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Japan is known for its traditional tea customs and cultures. So, if you don’t experience a traditional tea ceremony while in Japan, you will miss a significant part of being in Japan.

COSTA RICA

What does the first thing that comes in your mind when you hear of Costa Rica?

Beaches, rainforest, and charming old towns?

Indeed. You must be aware of ‘Biodiversity.’

Costa Rica contains almost 5% of the world’s biodiversity, and visually it is exceptionally alluring.

Covered with mountains, lakes, beaches, dense forests, and volcanoes make Costa Rica one of the best travel destinations for them who loves to spend their holidays amidst the ‘green.’

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Major attraction –

Arenal Volcano National Park – Home to 16 nature reserves and is an active volcano spot. You will be entirely surrounded by nature.

(The rainy season remains long here from May till January, so not the ideal time to come and invest your money.

Instead, it’s best to come between February and April. It remains relatively dry and tends to give you ample opportunities to enjoy the view.)

Tortuguero National Park – It is one of the most important nesting sites for marine turtles in the world. This place is also home to many endangered species as well that you can learn about.

Corcovado National Park & Drake Bay – Located in Southern Costa Rica, the national park protects the mangroves, rainforest, beaches, and coral reefs.

This fantastic park is home to uncountable flora and fauna. Even many species of endangered birds too find shelter here.

Corcovado national park is one of the largest bio-diverse places in the world, as per National Geographic.

BHUTAN

Bhutan has been named as the ‘happiest place on Earth.’

Recently, my niece had been to Bhutan, and she was telling me how incredibly beautiful that place is.

Bhutan is a land where its people follow the preaching of Lord Buddha and is the only surviving Buddhist kingdom in the world. It has one of the most stable ecosystems. They take environmental protection extremely seriously.

Where the whole world is getting affected by globalization, Bhutan is the only place on earth that emphasizes more on the quality of life rather than economy and technology.

• Tiger’s Nest
• Paro
• Taktsang Monastery
• Buddha Dordenma
• Thimphu

You won’t get any direct flight to Bhutan. You can check on Makemytrip or Booking.com for better deals.

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But a Bhutan trip has to be well-planned. You need to hire a registered tour guide, which is mandatory for a Bhutan trip. Also, hotel and flight availability depend on the climate of Bhutan.

NEW ZEALAND

According to Travelanddestination, New Zealand is the next best travel destination in 2020.         

I absolutely agree. The topography of New Zealand has bestowed the land with the utmost beauty and natural wonders.

It would be a complete pleasure for any travel enthusiast to explore the land of New Zealand. From budget travel to luxury vacation, it can give you anything.

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Let’s find out what are the stunning destinations that you could think of writing down on your list.

Queenstown – Queenstown is one of the country’s top-visited destinations that offers everything. A beautiful city to visit, various sightseeing spots like Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown hill, Skiing in The Remarkables and many more.

Hokitika Gorge – Situated on the South Island, it’s one of the most amazing spots, you can see the pristine blue water from a viewpoint and surrounds with green forest.

Most of the tourist walk down to the bridge to capture a more prominent view for their travel blog or Instagram feed.

Fiordland National Park – Fiordland National Park is one of the major travel destinations in New Zealand. It’s a tranquil place far away from the chaos of the city.

There are several viewpoints on the way that you could find like Mirror Lakes, Pop’s View.

You can also hike by following the trail and explore the national park and lakes.

Wellington – Wellington is the capital of New Zealand, but you can literally find amazing things to do here.

You can spend your day in the Wellington waterfront or Botanical garden, or the bays of Wellington.

AUSTRIA

When we talk about Europe travel destinations, several names come in our mind. The most common would be London, Italy, Paris, Greece, and Germany of course.

Some places in Austria represents the beauty of this country differently.

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Austria has a vibrant history and its colorful blend of old architectural buildings and Cathedrals are a significant attraction.

Austria becomes a charming destination during winter, and with the Christmas festive season, it allures tourists across the world.

So, there are tons of such places where you can go and spend your vacations.

Even some unfamiliar yet stunning places haven’t yet reached the outer world, which in a way I feel good.

Some places should remain secluded from the tourist.

Vienna – Vienna is known to everyone. The locals say tourist has overcrowded Vienna too much. It has lost its peace.

Well, I wouldn’t complain. People now want to explore places that they have never been to before. But like I always say travel responsibly and don’t pollute these beautiful places.

Other than Vienna, you can also visit Hallstatt, Durnstein, Innsbruck.

ALBERTA, CANADA

Canada itself is a delightful country, and Alberta has some of the World’s most stunning landscapes to see.

No matter which season it is summer or winter, the province of Alberta looks incredible.

Lake Louise – The mountain lake in Banff National Park is a treat to eyes to look at. The blue water with the background landscape looks heaven genuinely. You won’t believe it unless you watch it.

Many rent a canoe from the Lake Louise boathouse and enjoy canoeing through the lake.

Banff Town – A small hill town that has its own charm and attracts the tourist to come not once but allures them to go once more. The quaint little town has several small local shops and food junctions where you can taste the authentic cuisine.

Moraine Lake – Moraine Lake is yet another blue lake. The lake looks different with each season. You can hike around the lake and capture stunning photos to create a memory.

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Johnston Canyon – This incredible destination is situated just 25km from Banff town.

Surprisingly, Johnston Canyon looks astounding in winters; with snow-covered forest and frozen falls it makes it look spectacular. If you like long hike and sincerely want to avoid the crowd, then get your foot into Johnston Canyon park.

TAHITI

Island destinations like Bora Bora, Bahamas, Seychelles are quite a popular romantic and honeymoon destinations now.

But what if I could suggest a better place that is less known and sometimes often overlooked.

‘Tahiti’ is a perfect place for beach lovers and surfers. The sunny white-sand beaches, palm trees and will have plenty of options to go with the accommodation. It has luxury resorts as well as a budget resort.

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SRI LANKA

Sri Lanka has finally gained its position for being one of the best travel destinations in the world.

Surrounded with three water bodies Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka has tons of worth visiting places.

Beaches, forest, cultural heritage, ancient temples, and Sri Lankan cuisine, you can literally get to explore and experience everything in 9-10 days of the trip.

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Colombo – Colombo is the capital city of Sri Lanka and a beautiful, culturally rich coastal city. You can spend a couple of days enjoying the coastal beach life, indulging in coastal food and local artisans.

You can also hire a tour guide who can explain to you the history and ancient gothic tales that relate to this wonderful place.

Ella – If you want to see the true nature’s beauty with tea gardens and valleys scenic views, Ella in the Badulla district of Sri Lanka is a symbol of beauty.

Yala National Park – Yala National Park has the highest number of a leopard on earth. It is also Sri Lanka’s largest national park that attracts tourists each year from across the world.

Mirissa – Mirissa is a small beach town located in Southern Sri Lanka and has risen into popularity for its beauty of shores and ocean water.

A trip to Mirissa will give you a chance to experience underwater life just like the Maldives.

Snorkeling, surfing, scuba diving, jet-skiing all types of water activities are performed here. A very dynamic coastal place to visit in Sri Lanka.  

Adam’s Peak – the highest mountain in Sri Lanka, where it is believed that the sacred footprint of Lord Buddha has been found there.

TURKEY

Turkey is a great destination holiday package. You can literally travel any day of the year, whatsoever is the season.

Although there are places in Turkey where you may get little agitated to see the overgrowing crowd. Places like Cappadocia are strikingly beautiful but too many tourists.

Now you don’t have to get upset because some sites don’t pull that many tourists daily.

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Kas – You can stroll around the beautiful streets of Kas, exploring and wandering the small local shops or grab a bite from a traditional Turkish restaurant.

Patara – Patara is commonly known in Turkey for its long beach and ancient reminiscence. You can visit the centuries-old ruins and Turkish history.

Marmaris – This place in Turkey is a small beach town situated on the Mediterranean coast. Marmaris spread across a large bay surrounded by hills and many luxury resorts.

It is a charming destination with lovely beaches, restaurants, bars, local shops, and boats/Yacht that you can rent.

INDIA

India will always remain in the list of trending travel destinations because of its vast geography and the country is full of architectural and natural wonders.

Each state represents beauty in its own way.

If you are a beach lover, you can land to Goa – infinite numbers of sunny beaches.

If you are an adventurous traveler/backpacker, India has great Himalayas. You can plan a Himachal trip – explore the remotest less traveled small hill villages where you can find true happiness and tranquility.

If you are an avid animal lover, then you can visit not one but many National Parks and Reserves like the

Ranthambore Tiger Reserve – home to ferocious tigers, Kaziranga National Park – home to one-horned rhino and a World Heritage UNESCO Site, Corbett National Park – a dream trip for every wildlife enthusiast and Periyar National Park – lush forest home to various animals.

If you want to explore the culture and rich traditions of the country, a trip to Rajasthan will show you that.

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Rajasthan is a quiet popular travel destination among the Indians as well as the outsiders. Many solo traveler and backpackers come here to explore the land of mahals and in search of local traditions.

TAIWAN

People don’t really talk much about Taiwan – a small island located towards the east of China. A place that is filled with beautiful scenery, sacred temples, friendly locals and delicious cuisine.

Taiwan is also the home to many decade-old temples and shrines.

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Changhua County – The Bagua Mountain Range is one of the best places to visit in Taiwan. You can enjoy a hike or cycle along the trails. Baguashan Great Buddha is one of the best landmarks.

Yushan National Park – In Yushan National Park, there are around 30 high mountain peaks. Also, the home to numerous species of flora and fauna.

This national park is Taiwan’s most attractive and visited travel destination.

Several beautiful counties in Taiwan are worth visiting this place on the earth.

Conclusion

Recently, Lonely Planet, National Geographic, CnTraveler, has revealed their list of best travel destinations of 2020.

They have such strong influence globally that most of the people even plan their vacation based on what they suggest. Some might have even started planning their 2020 travel list.

Our team has put together this list of the best trending travel destination 2020 based on people’s choice. We reached out to tons of travel enthusiasts and bloggers and reviewed their travel destination 2020 suggestions.

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