Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2023: The travel brand has revealed its destination picks for 2023. One of them is the southern European island nation of Malta (pictured). Click through to see the rest.
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Accra, Ghana: Following its wildly successful "Year of Return" in 2019, Ghana is still a hot spot for members of the African diaspora.
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Parque Nacional Naturales, Colombia: The South American country has more than 50 national parks, which range from lush jungle lands to white sand beaches.
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Fukuoka, Japan: Lonely Planet chose to skip Tokyo in favor of underrated (and less crowded) Fukuoka.
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Nova Scotia, Canada: Vistas like this one at Peggy's Cove make this province a must for nature lovers.
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Jamaica: Whether you want laid-back Caribbean vibes or dramatic waterfall swims, this country is all about getting away from it all.
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Albania: Though it's not as well known as its neighbors Greece and Italy, Albania is packed full of history and culture.
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Dominica: This Caribbean island is beloved for its natural hot springs and volcanoes.
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Dresden, Germany: This city in Saxony has incredible architecture, such as the Zwinger building and fountain pictured here.
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Zambia: Although it's best known for Victoria Falls, Zambia is also home to Kafue National Park (shown here), where lions, elephants and other incredible animals live.
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Alaska: The 49th and biggest US state is where you'll find Denali (seen here), the tallest peak in North America.
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Montevideo, Uruguay: In South America's second smallest country, there's no shortage of delicious food and wine.
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Marseille, France: At night, the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde overlooks the Mediterranean Sea for a view that can't be missed.
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Sydney, Australia: As Oz reopens, its beaches, pools and other natural sites are ready to welcome visitors again.
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Istanbul, Turkey: Not only is this dynamic city worth a visit, Lonely Planet suggests taking a night train that connects Istanbul to Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, for a longer itinerary.
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Jordan: Jordan's diverse tourism offerings include the UNESCO heritage site of Petra and the dynamic city of Amman, pictured.
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Raja Ampat, Indonesia: This equatorial region is known for its beautiful reefs and high marine biodiversity.
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Manchester, United Kingdom: Head to northern England for a thriving arts scene and a spate of new restaurant offerings.
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Halkidiki, Greece: This peninsula in northern Greece has the best of both worlds -- breathtaking beaches and easy connection to big cities.
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Lima, Peru: Paddington Bear would approve of all the love being given to his native country, especially as Lima's food scene wins accolades around the world.
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Guyana: Once a Dutch colony, Guyana is emerging as a tourism destination thanks to its stunning natural sites.
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Western Australia: Home to everything from hipster coffee houses to wine country and even pink Hutt Lagoon, this Australian state has a trove of attractions.
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: KL's status as the capital of Malaysia means you can try delicious food from every region of the country here. Nasi lemak, anyone?
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Umbria, Italy: This landlocked Italian region is known as the country's beating green heart. Bike from town to town for the best locals-only experience.
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South Africa: Where to begin? South Africa has safaris, wine country, thriving cities and just about anything else you could ask for.
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New Mexico, USA: The state known as the Land of Enchantment lives up to its name with dramatic desertscapes and an annual hot air balloon festival.
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Boise, Idaho, USA: Whether you want to swim, bike, climb or hike, Idaho's capital has you covered. Just remember to pronounce it boy-see.
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Bhutan: The landlocked central Asian nation of Bhutan created a Gross National Happiness scale.
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Southern Scotland: Don't miss a chance to explore Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway and Southern Scotland's other regions.
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El Salvador: The country's small size means you can easily visit its many Pacific Coast beaches and still have time for exploring the capital of San Salvador.