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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 -

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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