The top 20 trending travel destinations for 2020, according to Airbnb

View this email in your browser Hello! Our City Guide today (you definitely need to check out our City Guides) focuses on Beijing, a city so large and complex that you really will be lost without it.   If your itinerary isn't quite set yet, we can suggest some options, whether your interest is in the history of the American West, Wildlife (particularly dolphins) or simply seasonal December travel - and don't worry, that last one isn't just about following the Christmas trends but it has options for every taste. Nicosia is a fascinating, yet sobering city, and that makes it a must-visit destination.  We show you how to make the most of it.  But first... NEWS The top 20 trending travel destinations for 2020, according to Airbnb Planning ahead for your your 2020 travel is never a bad idea, especially when it comes to reserving your dream Airbnb before it gets booked solid. The first step, however, is figuring out exactly where to go, which can be a tougher proposition than it may sound. Luckily, Airbnb has done a lot of the work for you, using internal data to reveal which destinations are seeing the biggest increase in tourism. Many places on this year's list made the list due to their sustainable tourism efforts, unique cultural offerings, or popular events they'll be hosting in 2020. Based on year-over-year (YOY) growth in bookings, here are Airbnb's top trending destinations for 2020.   TOP 20 TRENDING DESTINATIONS LATEST ARTICLES CULTURE 7 Wild West towns you can actually visit WILDLIFE The 7 best spots in the world for dolphin watching CULTURE What it's like visiting Nicosia, Cyprus, the last divided capital on Earth TRIP PLANNING The best places to travel this December PARKS + WILDERNESS Where to catch a breath of fresh air near Seoul NEWS The largest Monet exhibition in 20 years is coming to Denver this month MATADOR CITY GUIDE TRIP PLANNING  The Ultimate Guide to Beijing Beijing is the cultural, artistic, and political heart of China. It proudly combines centuries of history with a modern-day hustle and ingenuity. Clocking in at about 22 million inhabitants, it is home to more people than you could meet in a lifetime, as well as more sites of interest than you could check out in just one trip. Beijing is a place that can put you in a fog in more ways than one. Beyond the infamously paltry air, the local language poses a challenge, and the geographic parameters of the place can only be described as epic. Then, there is the casual disregard for order, although everything keeps moving in its own way. But Beijing will also beguile you with a local culture that emphasizes hospitality, a culinary culture second to none, and streets that are safe to walk any time of day or night. The city's well-known draws are Peking duck, acrobatic shows, and the Forbidden City, but there's plenty to experience beyond these first-timer treats: arthouse films at a retro-inspired bar, cozy farm-to-table breakfast joints, and designer shops that proclaim their wares are both "made in China" and "designed in China." Here's everything you need to know about making the most of your stay in Beijing.; EXPLORE BEIJING ADVENTURE Who Knows Where in Vietnam Two and a half weeks. 2000 km. One crash. Moderate chafing. Follow your favorite new travel host Monet Izabeth on a hilarious motorbike journey from Saigon to Hanoi. WATCH THE FILM FOLLOW US AND FIND YOUR NEXT #TRAVELSTOKE Copyright © 2019 Matador Network, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Matador Network PO Box 7775 #40021 San Francisco, CA 94120 Add us to your address book Need to change something? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from our newsletter. We'll be here when you need us!