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Country | Wonderlust Rank↑ | Conde Nast | Travel Triangle | |
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![]() | Portugal | 1 - Madeira and the Azores | ||
![]() | Iceland | 10 - Snaefell, Husavik | Yes - Geysir hot springs, Thingvellir National Park (hiking, diving, fishing) | 10 - Blue lagoon, Pingvellir, Jokulsarlon |
![]() | Sweden | 11 - bear watching in Hälsingland, Bollnäs, and Sandviken | Yes - Stockholm | |
![]() | Finland | 11 - bear watching in Lakeland | ||
![]() | Norway | 11 - bear watching near Sweden/Finland borders | ||
![]() | Vanuatu | 12 - bird watching | ||
![]() | Australia | 13 - Kangaroo Island, Flinders Chase, Seal Bay | ||
![]() | Kenya | 14 - Masai Mara Nature Reserve | Yes - wildlife, Watamu | 22 - Nairobi |
![]() | Tanzania | 14 - Serengeti | ||
![]() | Belize | 16 - Belize Barrier Reef, Glover's Reef, Lamanai, Blue Hole | ||
![]() | United States | 17 - Alaska - Denali National Park, Glacier Bay National Park | 22 - Philadelphia (July 4th) | Yes - Boston | 13 - Denver, Colorado | 15 - Atlantic City, New Jersey | 16 - Bar Harbor, Maine | 23 - Burlington, Vermont | 24 - Jackson Hole, Wyoming | 25 - Minneapolis, Minnesota | 26 - Nag's Head, North Carolina |
![]() | Namibia | 18 - Sossusvlei, Etosha National Park | ||
![]() | Indonesia | 19 - Bali, Jakarta, Sumatra, Komodo Island, Nusa Tenggara | Yes - Canggu village in Bali (sun, surfing, not yet crowded) | 5 - Bali, Kuta, Ubud |
![]() | Gibraltar | 2 - Catalan Bay, Sandy Bay, Gibraltar Botanic Gardens, Gibraltar Strait, Calentina Food Festival | ||
![]() | French Polynesia | 20 - Tahiti, Bora Bora, | ||
![]() | Thailand | 21 - north Thailand | ||
![]() | Japan | 23 - Kyoto | ||
![]() | Canada | 24 - Montreal | Yes - Newfoundland | 7 - Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal |
![]() | Spain | 25 - Mallorca, | Yes - Benicassim | 6 - Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Granada |
![]() | Mongolia | 26 - Ulaanbaatar, Khovd, Khatgal | ||
![]() | Saint Lucia | 27 - Castries | ||
![]() | Albania | 3 - Tirana, River Vjosa, Blue Eye spring | ||
![]() | France | 4 - Provence, Verdon Natural Regional Park | Yes - Provence | 4 - Paris, Nice, French Riviera |
![]() | Seychelles | 6 - St. Pierre Island, Morne Seychellois National Park | Yes - Beaches, hiking, and wildlife | 1 - La Digue, Anse Lazio, Curieuse, Vallee De Mai |
![]() | Ireland | 7 - Dublin, Galway, Connemara National Park, County Cork, County Donegal | 19 - Dublin | |
![]() | Switzerland | 8 - Interlaken, Schynige Platte | 11 - Zurich, Lucerne, Zermatt, Geneva | |
![]() | Mexico | 9 - Tulum, Cancun, | Yes - Yucatan Peninsula | 3 - Coba, El Castillo, Xcaret park |
![]() | Turkey | 12 - Istanbul, Antalya, Pamukkale, Cappadocia | ||
![]() | Germany | Yes - Berlin | 2 - Munich, Berlin, Frankfurt, Cologne | |
![]() | United Kingdom | Yes - Cornwall | 18 - Devon, England | |
![]() | Italy | Yes - Puglia | 20 - Florence | |
![]() | Mozambique | Yes - Gorongosa National Park, Stone Town, Nuarro, Bazaruto, | ||
![]() | Netherlands | 14 - Delft | ||
![]() | Belgium | 21 - Ghent | ||
![]() | Greece | Yes - Naxos | 8 - Athens, Santorini, Mykonos | |
![]() | Denmark | 17 - Copenhagen | ||
![]() | New Zealand | Yes - Coronet Peak | ||
![]() | Fiji | Yes - Dolphin Island, mainland, Laucala Island | ||
![]() | Greenland | 9 - Ilulissat, Nuuk, Disko Bugt |
Taking the temperature into consideration, July can is well-known for being one of the hottest months of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Known for its highly long winters, Canada has some of the best natural wonders, filled with pristine nature and astonishing sights. The best time to visit Canada is during the summer months, as all attractions are open at this time. Canada is huge, and each of its provinces and territories comes equipped with national landmarks.
Niagara Falls is an extremely popular destination. Bordering the state of New York, Niagara Falls is an international marvel, and its waterfall generates enough hydroelectric power to keep the lights running in millions of households.
Nestled between western Europe’s most popular countries, Switzerland started as a strategic settlement in the mountains to discourage raiders and invaders. Tourists often wonder why Switzerland is the most popular “neutral” country in the world, and are quickly satisfied when they get there. It is clear from its high hills and endless greenery that anyone trying to invade this country would have an extremely difficult time, and would not be worth the effort of a mountainous reward. This has given Switzerland a unique place in society, harboring some of the World’s best tourist attractions, ski destinations, and economic developments.
What’s not to love about Italy? Due to its climate, Italy has a more brisk climate, so it can be visited anytime during the year, but this is especially true in July. The calmer Venetian waters are sure to provide an exhilarating adventure for those who are looking for a romantic gondola ride. It is also the season where most of the crop has been turned into its final product, making ingredients taste all that much better in authentic Italian cuisine.
Italy was created out of a merging of city-states, that were each considered global superpowers during the 14th to 16th centuries. Out of necessity, Italy was created by forming a union of these powers, once other countries decided to plunder their wealth. Because of this, each Italian city is unique and has its own distinct culture. From Florence to Rome, there are thousands of years of history just waiting to be explored.
The term “June bride” explains the popularity and desire of having matrimonial ceremonies in June. Following this, it is customary to go to an amazing and exotic destination for a honeymoon trip. Seychelles, therefore, is the prime destination for July, as it is right after the most popular month of wedding celebrations. It is an archipelago of over 115 islands, which makes Seychelles one of the most pristine and untouched natural beauties in the world. Seychelles lies in the western part of the Indian Ocean, giving the islands a hotbed that greatly influences its climate. The water is clear, and activities are in abundance. Seychelles is picturesque and is home to an enormous number of luxurious hotels and clubs.