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WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE) – With the publication of his new “The best of the world 2021“National Geographic announces 25 extraordinary destinations that will define our future itineraries and inspire readers to” dream now, go later. ” Outlining inspiring places, communities, and innovations, the list provides an optimistic dose of escapism as would-be travelers navigate pandemic precautions around the world.
Framed by five categories: Nature, Adventure, Culture, Sustainability, and Family, each listing pays tribute to a superlative destination with a relevant story to tell for the coming year. From exploring “Africa’s last Eden” in Gabon and environmental efforts in Denver, Colorado, to the nearly completed England Coast Path (the longest waterfront walking trail in the world) and much more, the list of 2021 describes the conservation successes, cultural resilience and stories of communities that overcame overwhelming obstacles to thrive despite the pandemic.
The list was created, researched, reported and written in collaboration with National Geographic. Travelerinternational editorial teams, serving millions of readers in their magazines and websites in more than a dozen offices around the world.
The “Best of the World 2021” list is now available online at NatGeo.com/BestOfTheWorld, where readers will be transported to each location through spectacular photographs and vivid reports.
“While the pandemic has paralyzed travel, it has not quelled our curiosity,” says George Stone, executive editor of National Geographic Travel. “The world is full of wonders, even when they are difficult to reach. Now is the perfect time to discover something new about an extraordinary place or culture in our world and perhaps dream of your next trip, for when that time comes. Ahead of a new year, hoping to travel again, we are excited to share these 25 timely stories from timeless places that will define our future itineraries. ”
National Geographic’s Best of the World 2021 list:
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SUSTAINABILITY STARS |
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Alonissos, Greece (nominated by National Geographic Traveler India) |
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Copenhagen, Denmark (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Italy) |
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New Caledonia (nominated by National Geographic Traveler France) |
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Freiburg, Germany (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Germany) |
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Gabon, Africa (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Netherlands) |
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Denver, Colorado, United States (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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FAMILY TRIPS |
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England coast road (nominated by National Geographic Traveler UK) |
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Transylvania, Romania (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Romania) |
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Space Coast, Florida, United States (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Russia) |
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Hortobágy, Hungary (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Hungary) |
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Indigenous to British Columbia, Canada (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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LAST ADVENTURES |
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Dominica (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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Svaneti Region, Georgia (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Poland) |
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Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Latin America) |
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Katmai National Park and Reserve (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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BEAUTIFUL WILD PLACES |
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Isle Royale, Michigan, United States (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Czech Republic) |
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Closed, Brazil (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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Lord Howe Island, Australia (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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CULTURE AND HISTORY |
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Guam (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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Pueblo Nations, New Mexico, USA (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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Vitoria-Gasteiz, Basque Country, Spain (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Spain) |
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Gyeongju, South Korea (nominated by National Geographic Traveler Korea) |
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Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States (nominated by National Geographic Travel US) |
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Tonglu, Zhejiang Province, China (nominated by National Geographic Traveler China) |
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