For many people, travel has been temporarily on hold. But that doesn’t mean that smart globetrotters aren’t still looking forward to the next big trip. Travel beyond 2020 brings choices sometimes limited by circumstance, but abundantly rich in experience. Who doesn’t love a romantic trip to Paris or a stay in a secluded corner of Costa Rica? You can’t go wrong with these trusted tourist destinations, but 2020 highlights even hotter new trends: think wellness, privacy, sustainability, human rights, and a plethora of culinary hotspots around the world.

Our top 10 places to visit in the world include the best travel destinations to open your mind and challenge your ideas. Keep your eye on areas showing rapid growth and moving the global community forward. Make sure your next ticket supports local rejuvenation and a new world outlook post-pandemic. Our first stop—let’s head north!

1. Toronto, Canada

If you’ve been following the news lately, you’ll notice that one country repeatedly hits the top of the headlines for taking a stand. Enter Canada and its central gem near the southern border: Toronto. A proponent of diversity, with festivals and neighborhoods to suit any nationality, Toronto embraces differences as one of the most multicultural cities in the world, with cuisine to match. Tour Little Italy, Chinatown, and Greektown all in one day as you sample global treats all in one metropolitan city.

Hot Traveler Tip: For a true one-of-a-kind experience, hit the city during the Nuit Blanche art event in the fall. Prowl by night and haunt the city with locals wearing whatever tickles your imagination!

2. The Florida Keys, USA

The Florida Keys region is under siege by climate change, and there is no better time to throw your tourism dollars at an area that may deteriorate rapidly in our lifetime. No part of the Keys region is more than 20 feet above sea level, making this a vulnerable habitat for the residents who call it home.

With flora and fauna found nowhere else in the United States, the Florida Keys is one of our top places to visit in the world. It offers a unique tropical savanna climate perfectly preserved in numerous National Parks and State Parks—so tread lightly!

Hot Traveler Tip: All the best travel destinations have a signature yearly event, so if you don’t mind the hoopla (and the expense), get your costume ready and join in the adults-only event of the year—Fantasy Fest awaits!

3. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Easy on the eyes and on your wallet, Vietnam is the host country with the most. In the south, Ho Chi Minh City (fondly known as “Saigon”) somehow manages to be quaint even amidst the traffic and noise of everyday life, making it one of the top places to visit in the world.

With a growing expat community and foodie culture, you can enjoy French pastries and pho within one small city block. Keep an eye on the craft brewery scene as well—there is more to Vietnam these days than sampling the local bia hơi, making the country one of our best travel destinations to add to your bucket list.

Hot Traveler Tip: Visit the city during the Lunar New Year to see local markets and festivals come to life and experience some spectacular foods. Also, don’t leave without a well planned itinerary. There’s plenty to see, but typical tourist destinations in the area may have temporarily limited access.

4. Etyek, Hungary

The Gastro Walkway is widely known among locals in Hungary, but not so much among the tourist crowds. We’re sure that won’t last long, so make sure you add Etyek to your list of top places to visit in the world sooner rather than later! Etyek makes our best travel destinations list as an unexpected rising star in the culinary and wine-making scene. As the most well-known of 22 wine-producing regions in the country, its location is hard to beat. Only a few miles from the capital, you can rest easy and beat the crowds, but still have access to top-notch cuisine and high-quality sparkly.

Hot Traveler Tip: Visit during the town’s Winter Picnic to sample a variety of local Hungarian hams and sausages that you won’t find anywhere else.

5. Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Just a couple of years after receiving the Ecological Blue Flag award for pristine, nearly perfect ocean water quality, the exclusive beach enclave of Santa Teresa remains a stunning and serene slice of tropical heaven. Santa Teresa has quietly drawn popularity among the world’s elite, due to its privacy, beauty, luxurious beachfront villas and old world appeal.

Santa Teresa is officially off the beaten path, and there may be no better time to see such a blend of old world industry and modern leisure. Locals are eager to welcome tourists to the white sands of this surfside town.

Hot Traveler Tip: A brief but glorious break in the rainy season, between July and the first weeks of August, provides a rare glimpse of Santa Teresa’s most stunning perfection. The sun breaks through during this brief cluster of weeks, allowing for lush jungles and tropical foliage enhanced by recent rains, along with dazzlingly blue skies.

6. Prague, Czech Republic

Just over a decade ago, Prague was a quaint and photogenic corner of Europe. Formerly known as one of the best travel destinations for its cheap beer and “travel on a shoestring” vibe, Prague has moved on and is now emerging as a foodie’s dreamland. Although food and beer are not as cheap in the city as it used to be, the value is still pretty great. Where else can you enjoy Russian dumplings, croquettes, waffles, skewers and donuts all in one evening?

Hot Traveler Tip: This is still a classic destination, so make sure you take at least a stroll or two across the Charles Bridge.

7. Slovenia

With crystal clear lakes and mountains, Slovenia remains one of the best travel destinations for the budget traveler. A paradise nestled amidst popular tourist hotspots and an outdoor sports lover’s dream, you can ski, horseback ride, hike, camp and cycle pretty much anywhere in the country. Visit charming Ljubljana or nearby Lake Bohinj which is relatively untouched by touristy types. Regional culinary specialties abound alongside a growing wine and local schnapps scene.

Hot Traveler Tip: If you love nature, venture a bit out of town and spend a few days in the charming alpine town of Stara Fužina for a different local experience.

8. Namibia

This truly Instagram-worthy landscape is a photographer’s paradise. See the marvelous salt pan of Sossusvlei, the rock formations of Damaraland, and the shipwrecks lined along the Skeleton Coast. An unfenced vista is also a great spot for desert-touring and spotting the “Big Five.” Head out on safari or sandboard over stunning dunes for an extra treat.

Hot Traveler Tip: A visit to the Skeleton Coast’s first beach camp will have you feeling like you are on another planet during your stay at the Shipwreck Lodge—making this one of our top places to visit in the world of adventuring.

9. Berlin, Germany

Three decades have passed since the symbolic fall of the Berlin Wall, and the city has definitely evolved since the historic reunification of East and West. Besides the cultural draw of Berlin, it’s among the best travel destinations for vegetarians, too. Enter, the new home of rising vegetarian food culture. With more veggie restaurants than any European capital and a progressive and accepting culture, tourists can expect a hopping nightlife and unforgettable architecture in Germany’s capital.

Hot Tourist Tip: And, if you love festivals, Berlin draws huge interest in its musical events. The party scene is world-class.

10. Guadalajara, Mexico

Tourism in Mexico may seem iffy these days, but…Tequila anyone? Guadalajara is an expat’s dream. Many artists and musician-types have settled in the resort atmosphere of this bustling city, making the area particularly friendly and reasonably safe for tourists as well. With mainstream hotels in the center of the city, you can establish a walkable base and venture further on that Tequila tour.

Hot Tourist Tip: Guadalajara is home of the Mariachi Festival, Ferias de Octubre, and the world’s second-biggest book fair, making it one of the top places to visit in the world right now.

Before you book your next flight, make sure you prepare in advance for an eye-opening experience. While travel plans are on hold, take the opportunity to thoroughly plan and scope out your future travel opportunities. The years ahead bring modernity, adventures by bike and by boat, hikes to new heights, and world-class events and cuisine, so tailor your list to suit! Travel light and wear good shoes because the top places to visit in the world will keep you on your feet.