Hottest Travel Destinations of 2018

Jordana Weiss | February 19, 2018

All frequent travellers know that there are trends in the world of travel and leisure. As countries and cities build up their infrastructure, there are usually a few luxurious years where it’s a hidden treasure. Then, it gets “discovered” and the masses descend. After that, the place is overrun by tourists — think St. Mark’s Square in Venice on a summer weekend.

This year, beat the crowds by heading to a hot destination before the rest of the world has discovered it. We’ve put together a list of the hottest new destinations for 2018, sourced from frequent travellers who are in the know. Check it out below, and get inspired for your next adventure.

1. Pyeongchang, South Korea

Pyeongchang is set to become one of the hottest travel destinations in the world as they gear up to host the 2018 Winter Olympics and Paralympics, which start on February 9.

Pyeongchang itself is a county located in the northern part of South Korea, and has always been a popular destination for winter athletes. It has two huge ski resorts, both of which will be in use during the Olympics, and is popular with hikers as well. They’ve built up a ton of infrastructure in Daegwallyeong-myeon, the largest city in the region, including excellent transportation options that can take you out to the skiing areas quickly and easily, so you can easily experience both city and country life.

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