Best of the World 2024

Our editors searched the globe for the 20 coolest travel adventures this year. From a safari in Kenya to a road trip down Route 66, here's what you'll want to add to your bucket list.

20 of the best travel adventures for 2024

Our annual Best of the World feature is a gateway to the streets of Paris, the snowy Caucasus Mountains of Georgia, the ancient rock art of Algeria, and the rivers of West Virginia. See all of the destinations that made our list—and which one came out on top.

Our favorite new hotels around the world

From a remote retreat in the Himalayas to a luxe London crash pad in Winston Churchill's former workplace, here are our favorite new spots to stay.

Restaurants worth planning a trip around

Whether a mom-and-pop passion project or a culinary star's temple of gastronomy, these are the dining destinations to visit right now.

Wellness retreats to help you relax and recharge

The latest, greatest, and most innovative places and experiences to help you relax and rejuvenate.

New cultural hot spots to enlighten you

Museum-goers, history buffs and art lovers alike won't want to miss out on these cultural hubs this year.

18 innovative travel essentials for 2024

Our editors searched far and wide to find the coolest and handiest travel gear for your next trip. Whether you're traveling on a first-class ticket or a full tank of gas, here are the products—from binoculars to bags—you should pack.

Shop our staff picks from our Best of the World Gear Guide

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1. Nocs Field Issue

Birdwatchers on a budget will appreciate Nocs’ new Field Issue, which marries the high-quality optics of the Pro Issue with the size and durability of the Standard Issue.

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At 27,650 mAh, Anker’s newest model is packed with power. This new model takes 28 minutes to charge a 16-inch MacBook Pro to 50 percent—a big improvement from last year’s 140W model, which took 40.

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