The World Travel Awards announce top vacation spots for 2019

The World Travel Awards announce top vacation spots for 2019 - Believe it or not, 2018 is coming to a close. You may be taking a Christmas break, but chances are your next holiday is in the coming year. No worries, there's plenty time to plan for your next vacation, and the World Travel Awards have got you covered. The awards show celebrates the best cities, countries, and locations around the world. Explore this guide of where to go next, courtesy of the World Travel Awards.

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Lisbon, Portugal - This city is quickly becoming one of the most popular spots in the world. It has won two World Travel Awards, including World's Leading City Break Destination.

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Lisbon, Portugal - Lisbon also won the World's Leading City Destination prize. Attractions like Torre de Belém and Jerónimos Monastery make it an essential stop in Europe.

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Hong Kong is a futuristic region that’s growing in popularity. At the World Travel Awards, this city won the World's Leading Business Travel Destination.

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Hong Kong - Hong Kong is one of the most renowned financial centers on Earth. The region has the most skyscrapers in the world.

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Jamaica - This colorful country is a jewel of the Caribbean. It’s no wonder Jamaica won the World's Leading Cruise Destination.

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Jamaica - The capital city of Kingston is a cosmopolitan jungle, with links to some incredible natural sights.

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Saint Petersburg, Russia - With a history stretching back 300 years, Saint Petersburg has a rich cultural reputation. It was a natural choice for World’s Leading Cultural City Destination.

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Saint Petersburg, Russia - Key cultural attractions are the Winter Palace, Hermitage Museum, and the Mariinsky Theatre.

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Maldives - Made up of 26 atolls, the Maldives is an essential destination found in the Indian Ocean. It was the winner of the World's Leading Dive Destination.

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Maldives - With pearl white sands and warm water, make the Maldives your next holiday location.

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Cape Town, South Africa - This gorgeous South African city is bursting with life and culture.

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Cape Town, South Africa - Events like Zombie Festival and Paradise Springs help make Cape Town the World's Leading Festival & Event Destination 2018.

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Saint Lucia - This sovereign island is a gorgeous getaway that’s perfect for couples. Is it any surprise that Saint Lucia won the World's Leading Honeymoon Destination?

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Saint Lucia - Saint Lucia is filled with incredible locations, like Rodney Bay and Pigeon Island.

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Abu Dhabi, UAE - The capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi is a pristine city with an intriguing culture. It won the World's Leading Sports Tourism Destination.

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Abu Dhabi, UAE - With compelling architecture and sweeping views, visit Abu Dhabi for a unique travel experience.

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Machu Picchu, Peru - This ancient citadel can see around 5,000 visitors every day. That might seem like a bit much, but Machu Picchu rightfully won the World's Leading Tourist Attraction.

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Machu Picchu, Peru - Machu Picchu was made a Peruvian Historic Sanctuary in 1981, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

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The Bahamas - This archipelagic state boasts some of the most beautiful views on Earth.

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The Bahamas - It's no wonder people want to use this backdrop on their special day! The picturesque destination was named the World's Leading Wedding Destination.

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Mauritius - An island nation in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is a gorgeous getaway location. It won the World's Most Romantic Destination 2018.

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Mauritius - With unique cities like Port Louis and a diverse population, Mauritius is more than deserving of your attention.

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Kenya - Kenya is a diverse country with an array of natural wonders. It was voted the World's Leading Safari Destination at the World Travel Awards.

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Kenya - Kenya has a vibrant culture, a variety of landscapes, and wondrous wildlife.

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Las Vegas, Nevada - Despite its reputation as a party city, Las Vegas was the proud winner of the World's Leading Meetings & Conference Destination.

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Las Vegas, Nevada - Once your meeting is over, enjoy the hedonistic pleasures of Vegas. The city isn’t just casinos, there’s many cultural centers and world-class restaurants.

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Ecuador - The South American country has many jaw-dropping sites, from the Amazon jungle to the Andean highlands.

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Ecuador - Mixing urban areas with natural wonders, Ecuador won the World's Leading Green Destination.

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Peru - Bordering Ecuador, this country is a vibrant cultural hub. It won the World’s Leading Cultural Destination.

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Peru - Way more than just Machu Picchu, Peru is a huge country filled with experiential tourist destinations.

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The World Travel Awards announce top vacation spots for 2019

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Believe it or not, 2018 is coming to a close. You may be taking a Christmas break, but chances are your next holiday is in the coming year. No worries, there's plenty time to plan for your next vacation, and the World Travel Awards have got you covered. The awards show celebrates the best cities, countries, and locations around the world. Explore this guide of where to go next, courtesy of the World Travel Awards.