Forbes Travel Guide’s 24 Top Destinations For 2024

19.01.2024 - 13:27 / forbes.com

After the pandemic hibernation, people traveled the world in droves in 2023 to see all the faraway destinations they missed or never had a chance to visit. For 2024, we anticipate that travelers will make a concerted effort to seek out more meaningful experiences.

Of course, “meaningful” is subjective. For one person, that could be a wildlife safari. For another, it could be supporting a beloved island ravaged by wildfires. Forbes Travel Guide’s list of 24 places around the globe covers it all, appealing to those who enjoy sports, art, food and more. But the destinations all share a commonality: they promise to leave you with a lasting impression.

Grand Cayman

Most people come to Grand Cayman for Seven Mile Beach, but it’s also an under-the-radar destination for its vibrant culinary scene. Look no further than restaurants such as Five-Star The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman’s seafood-centric Blue by Eric Ripert and specialty bars such as Five-Star Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa’s Library by the Sea (its literary-themed cocktails are a novel concept), which will host renowned mixologists from around the globe all year. The island also is home to the Cayman Cookout, an excellent winter culinary festival helmed by Ripert that draws top chefs. It all solidifies the island’s status as a verifiable foodie paradise.

Start planning: Where To Eat And Drink In Grand Cayman Island

Paris

What better way for the International Olympic Committee to debut four new summer events (hello there, breakdancing!) than on Paris’ massive stage? While the world’s attention will be on tracks, courts and pools around France’s capital from July 26 to August 11, the city’s top hotels will be competing for luxury travelers’ attention. One contender we’re keeping our eyes on is Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa. Though the gorgeous property is 75 miles from central Paris congestion, it offers enough tennis, mountain biking and horseback riding that you’ll feel like you’ve won the gold with a stay.

Start planning: 5 Of Paris’ Most Glamorous Suites

Rwanda

Travelers have long found the Central African nation a treasure trove of great food, generous people and gorilla treks made famous by primatologist Dian Fossey. And while we’re as enthralled with the idea of fist-bumping primates in Volcanoes National Park as the next adventurer, we’re equally excited about sipping our morning coffee under eucalyptus trees and splashing in the infinity pool at neighboring One&Only Gorilla’s Nest. Dubbed the Land of a Thousand Hills, Rwanda sets the scene for adventures big and small with its diverse landscape of volcanoes, plains and rainforests.

Start planning: Go On A One-Day Gorilla Trek In Rwanda

Las Vegas

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