Top 5 Places To Visit When We Can (Finally) Travel Again
The top 'up-and-coming' holiday destinations for Australians have been revealed, with off-the-beaten-track locations featuring heavily.
Once popular cities such as Honolulu, Paris, Santorini, and Dubrovnik have seen a decrease in demand, according to the latest data from travel company Expedia, with more and more Aussies searching for more unique travel experiences.
So it looks like it might be time to update your bucket list.
Cesme, Turkey
*105 percent increase in demand.
A charming town on the Aegean Coast close to the Greek islands. Popular with kite surfers and wind-surfers, and famous for its thermal spa and mud baths.
Cesme is scattered with history, colourful houses, spas, cheap eateries, and an idyllic seafront promenade.
Nagoya, Japan
*50 percent increase in demand.
Said to be the home of both samurai and ninja culture, Nagoya offers rich history, unique culinary experiences, and is a manufacturing powerhouse, being the birthplace of Toyota.
Unpretentious Nagoya features museums, temples and excellent shopping, plus it is serviced by Japan's famous bullet train: so a trip to Tokyo will take you just under two hours.
Oaxaca, Mexico
*An almost 80 percent increase in demand.
The vibrant UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its arts and crafts, diverse wildlife, beautiful sites and delicious food scene.
The beautiful petrified waterfalls of Hierve al Agua and the settlement of Monte Albán won’t disappoint.
Senggigi, Indonesia
*75 percent increase in visitors.
Situated on Bali's neighbouring island Lombok, this tourist hot spot is making a comeback.
Known for its sweeping bays, white sandy beaches, and beautiful reef and marine life, Senggigi is perfect for beach lovers and only a short cruise to the popular Gili Islands.
Busan, South Korea
*50 percent rise in demand.
South Korea's second-largest city is known for breathtaking beaches, temples, and mouth-watering street food.
It is also home to one of the largest hot spring spas in the world and a kaleidoscope of coloured houses and streets.
*Data is based on hotel demand on Expedia.com.au for the travel dates of 1 January – 31 December, 2019 compared to exact same period of the previous year.