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Travel Off Path has always been a source of travel news and information written by travelers, for travelers. Travel is in our blood. Between all our writers and staff, we’ve visited almost every country in the world.
As the new year approaches, travelers are eagerly planning their trips for 2023 and we at Travel Off Path are no exception.
We wanted to do something a little different in this article, so we asked our staff what is the top destination they want to visit in 2023, so we can share it with you.
very”main destinations” articles across the internet simply report search data from booking platforms or are sponsored listings. For ours The main destinations of 2023, we wanted to share the most desired destinations of our well-traveled staff.
When the question “What is the destination you want to visit most in 2023” was sent, we weren’t surprised to find that many of us couldn’t pick just one! After all, we all travel all the time, so why limit ourselves?
With that in mind, read on to discover the destinations we’re most dreaming about next year!
Kashlee Kucheran, CEO
Mexico
“There are so many cultural and historical experiences beyond the normal resort vacation that travelers have to see for themselves.”
– Cough
Albania
“Albania really has the best of what Europe has to offer for a fraction of the price and with a much safer and more welcoming environment.”
– Cough
Turkey
“Turkey is a sensational country filled with bucket list experiences. Everything from bustling cities to quiet coastal towns awaits, with great food, language and weather.”
– Cough
Trevor Kucheran, director
Mexico
“Mexico is the final destination. It has the landscapes of the whole world, all located in just one place. Mountains, deserts, rivers, jungles and oceans. One day you can be surfing in Puerto Escondido; The next day, you could be in a cozy snow-covered cabin in Durango.
When it comes to tourism, Mexico is king. With outstanding beach towns like Cancun and Cabo, visitors will never be disappointed with their vacation.
For digital nomads and slow travelers, Mexico has dozens of charming and affordable cities and towns with an outstanding quality of life infused with culture. For the last decade, it has always been my number one choice and I feel like my love for Mexico is just beginning.”
– Trevor
Tyler Fox, Managing Editor
Having the freedom to work from anywhere comes with serious advantages… and temptations. Temptations like packing it all up and moving to another country! My top destinations for 2023 are all areas I would like to explore more to see if I would like to live there long term.
Istanbul, Turkey
“Istanbul has always seemed like a fascinating destination and I can’t wait to see it for myself. One of my favorite things to do while traveling is to explore the historical attractions in the area, and Istanbul is full of them. Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern are all must-sees on my trip.”
– Tyler
Tirana Albania
“Tirana is a place I would like to visit. Albania’s digital nomad visa is definitely something I’ve considered and I’m very curious to see what life would be like in the capital. Also, Tirana seems like a great place to call home base, especially since Americans can stay up to a year without a visa.
– Tyler
Mexico
“Every time we write about Mexico, I want to book the next flight! I’ve been before, but there’s so much more to the country than just a Riviera Maya resort. Cancun, Tulum, Bacalar, Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Los Cabos, La Paz… Mexico has so many destinations and I want to see them all!
The people I’ve met at conferences who are from Mexico were some of the nicest people there and they’re another big reason I want to see more of the country.”
– Tyler
Vinicius Costa
Sofia, Bulgaria
“Serving as the capital of one of Europe’s least-visited and most mysterious countries, Sofia is Bulgaria’s financial and cultural hub, where communist-era monuments and much older Roman ruins are constantly battling for dominance in a mismatched landscape , but beautiful city. It is also one of the continent’s oldest cities, making it an ideal destination for history buffs.”
– Vinicius
Sao Paulo, Brazil
“A largely overlooked metropolitan giant, Latin America’s largest city may not necessarily be famous for its collection of historical monuments, which is understandably limited, but it really shines as a foodie destination. and a diverse multicultural center. Here you’ll see Japanese, Jewish, Arab, Lithuanian, Polish and Italian neighborhoods clustered together, still retaining their ethnic character and cuisine – just to name a few – and perhaps Brazil’s liveliest nightlife and social scene .”
– Vinicius
Istanbul, Turkey / Turkey
“One of the most mystical cities on the planet, Istanbul’s grandeur knows no bounds: it has quarters in Europe and Asia, with the imperial Balkan charm of the former often overlapping with the Anatolian-Oriental flair of the latter. As Philip Mansel says, it is “the city of the world’s desire” with views to admire for days.
– Vinicius
Andrea Miliani
Ital
“Call me a romantic, but Italy has that unique, flirtatious charm that you won’t find anywhere else. I’m particularly interested in off-the-beaten-path destinations I haven’t visited before, like Cinque Terre and Elba Island – where my ancestors are from. This mix of fascinating historic architecture, delicious gastronomy and stunning landscapes that you find in Italy make it a wonderful travel experience for anyone.”
– Andrea
Albania
“I am very curious about Albania! This destination became very popular this year and the videos and photos are really impressive. The beaches have spectacular turquoise waters, the Albanian Alps seem to have amazing trails and the museums look very interesting. I want to visit while it’s still affordable and before it gets too popular.”
– Andrea
Laura Taylor
Yellowstone National Park
“Yellowstone is one of my absolute favorite places in the world – with its rainbows, bubbling hot springs, free-roaming herds of bison and seemingly endless expanses of wilderness, it has always felt magical to me. There’s also so much to do and see there (and in the border communities, like catching a movie at the IMAX theater in West Yellowstone!), it seems like it never gets old.”
– Laura
Megan Gibbons
Georgia
“For the past year, I’ve been volunteering with a group that helps asylum seekers and refugees in my community. Through this job, I have met so many kind, brave and resilient families from all over the world and been exposed to cultures that I was unfamiliar with before. So my top choice of places I would like to visit in 2023 is inspired by a wonderful group of women who have shown me the beauty of their culture – the country of Georgia. Georgia is my top choice for three specific reasons: the people, the land, and the food (my favorite reason to travel).
The Georgian families I have met are so kind and welcoming that I think traveling to their country would be a very welcoming experience. When we talk about Georgia, everyone beams and enthusiastically explains how beautiful the place is, and the photos I’ve seen are stunning. And finally, after some very special home-cooked Georgian meals, I have come to the conclusion that Georgian food should be as popular and well-known as Italian food. It is absolutely delicious and truly unique. I look forward to making my way through Georgia in 2023.”
-Megan
Nicolin Collingridge
Redeemer
“With waves from a surfer’s dream, epic volcanoes to climb and a fascinating history to soak up, this place is often overlooked compared to the bigger places in Central America (which means less tourist crowds) . Every person I’ve spoken to has only sung the praises of this country, so I can’t wait to see what everyone’s talking about in 2023.”
– Nikolin
Dale Peterson
Nicaragua
“Nicaragua is a diverse country with many adventurous things to do. Great surfing beaches, outdoor activities like volcano trekking and volcano riding, and exploring colonial cities like León and Granada are the reasons I hope to visit Nicaragua in 2023.
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