- Shared by Ewa Zubek
The US-based travel search and booking engine KAYAK has finally published its Summer Travel Hacker Guide for 2016. The guide reveals not only the most searched-for destinations, but also their average temperatures, best periods to book, median airfares and hotel rates. This year’s destinations are a mixed bag of tropical islands, high-tech metropolises and nature destinations, giving you plenty of inspiration to find the perfect summer holiday. How many have you been to?
#10: Toronto
With a 27% increase in searches since last year, Canada’s coolest city is clearly not complaining about its rising popularity. And rightly so: from hipster neighborhoods to an excellent foodie offering, Toronto is the place to be this summer.
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#9: Lisbon
If the soft tones of fado in Lisbon’s historic Alfama neigborhood aren’t enough to draw you in, then you can always head out to the beautiful beaches which surround the Portuguese capital. The stats don’t lie: there has been a 31% increase on Lisbon-related searches compared to last year.
Lisbon © Rrrainbow/Shutterstock
#8: Dublin
The birthplace of James Joyce has witnessed a 30% increase in searches compared to 2015. Although it’s now also an urban haven, Dublin is still a historical city through and through. With its nooks and crannies, ancient pubs and the stunning architecture of Trinity College, the Irish capital is a must-visit European destination even when it’s raining.
Dublin | © Miguel Mendez/Flickr
#7: Ho Chi Minh City
This Vietnamese metropolis is a dream come true for any history buff – from French colonial influences to remnants of the tragic Vietnam War, the city is a living relic nestled in the heart of South East Asia. Do watch out for the intense traffic, though. KAYAK noted a 31% increase in searches for HCMC.
Ho Chi Minh City Hall | © Diego Delso/WikiCommons
#6: Montreal
An 18% increase in flight searches has granted Montreal a spot on this trending list. It may not be the warmest place on the planet (expect an average of 16°C in the summer months), but it definitely is a fashionable North American city with a generous French soul.
Montreal | © Tony Brooks/Flickr
#5: Bali
No trending list could be complete without a paradise island. There’s been a 33% increase in Bali-related searches since last year, and the destination has been growing in popularity since the release of a certain movie we’ve all secretly seen. If you’re not into yoga, Bali is also a great place to check out architecture.
#4: Calgary
With a 38% increase in US-originating travel searches compared to last summer, Alberta’s largest city is finally seeing a tourism renaissance. And we can see why – Calgary is a pretty cool destination with historical, cultural and natural attractions aplenty.
Calgary © Pixabay
#3: Tokyo
The buzzing Japanese metropolis has attracted 44% more searches compared to summer 2015. If there’s only one thing you do in Tokyo, make it a trip to the legendary Jiro Sushi. If you can get a spot, that is.
Tokyo © Pigprox/Shutterstock
#2: Reykjavik
KAYAK saw a 75% increase in flight searches for the previously under-the-radar capital of Iceland. It may be cold, it may be rugged, but it is a spectacular island with the kinds of landscapes you would otherwise only see in grand Hollywood productions.
Reykjavik | © Moyan Brenn / Flickr
#1: Rio de Janeiro
With the Olympics fast approaching, KAYAK noted a 127% increase in bookings compared to the same period last year. We’re not surprised, as Rio has continued to attract tourists with large-scale events and improving safety records. This year is set out to be one of the biggest for the local tourism industry.
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