With the cold, dark nights drawing in, now is the perfect time to book an exotic escape for next year.
To help you decide where to visit next, Lonely Planet have released their list of the top travel destinations for 2019.
Those hunting for an interesting city break, will be keen to hear which urban areas have been named the best of the best.
Travel experts at Lonely Planet voted Copenhagen the number one city break destination for next year.
Denmarks “capital of cool” is famed for its world-renowned food scene and picturesque old town.
The best food market in town – Paper Island – is the perfect place to try Denmark's famous open sandwiches (smørrebrøds).
Across the bridge from Paper Island is one of the most famous streets in the Scandinavian city.
Nyhavn, which can be found on nearly ever postcard, is comprised of pretty multicoloured houses along the river.
If you cant wait until next year, Copenhagen is great for a winter break.
Tivoli Gardens, a famous amusement park and pleasure garden, erupts into a festive frenzy throughout December.
Inside you can buy handmade decorations, ride fairy-lit rollercoasters and sip on hot gløgg (mulled wine).
Experts at Lonely Planet named Shenzhen in China the second best city to visit, followed by Novi Sad in Serbia and Miami in Florida.
Here are the top 10 cities to visit in 2019:
1. Copenhagen, Denmark
2. Shenzhen, China
3. Novi Sad, Serbia
4. Miami, Florida, USA
5. Kathmandu, Nepal
6. Mexico City, Mexico
7. Dakar, Senegal
8. Seattle, USA
9. Zadar, Croatia
10. Meknes, Morocco
Lonely Planet also revealed the top 10 countries to visit in 2019. Sri Lanka was named the most desirable holiday hotspot for next year, followed by Germany and Zimbabwe.
Here are the top 10 countries for 2019 according to Lonely Planet:
1. Sri Lanka
2. Germany
3. Zimbabwe
4. Panama
5. Kyrgyzstan
6. Jordan
7. Indonesia
8. Belarus
9. Sao Tome and Principe
10. Belize
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