Push the 12 Days of Christmas aside for a minute, because here are 12 destinations to watch in 2019.
As the desire to experience something new continues, almost half of you (46%) will visit a country you've never been to before. According to ABTA's latest Travel Trends report (published November 2019), these are the likely destinations you'll be exploring next year.
New flight routes, major events, destination revival and favourable exchange rates are among the selection criteria.
Bulgaria - The ancient city of Plovdiv takes centre stage as European Capital of Culture in 2019. Bulgaria also provides good value beach and ski holidays with next years summer bookings up 30% already.
Costa Rica - a world leader in conservation, rich in flora and fauna and a tropical paradise. Perfect for nature lovers.
Denver, Colorado - Set against the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains in Canada, this is a dramatic yet sophisticated city with a great restaurant scene.
Durban, South Africa - The country's third largest city will be easier to reach when British Airways launches a direct flight from the UK next year.
Galicia, Northern Spain - Great seafood, dramatic coastlines and the ever-present sound of bagpipes. Take a visit to the city of Santiago de Compostela, which for centuries has been one of Europe's main pilgrimage destinations.
Jordan - Jordan's jewel in the crown is the ancient city of Petra, carved out of solid red-rock. It also has two seas, the famous salty dead sea that you can float in and the colourful Red Sea with coral reefs.
Madeira - With a mild climate and lush countryside, this Atlantic island is gaining a reputation for adventure, particularly for mountain biking, trekking and canyoning.
Thessaloniki - A hidden Greek gem! An awarding-winning redevelopment of the city's waterfront, combined with well preserved UNESCO world heritage sites and a lively and vibrant atmosphere is making this city a popular choice for holidaymakers, The three-pronged peninsulas of Halkidiki only add to the appeal with some of the best beaches in Greece.
Japan - Sports fans will be joining the millions of tourists heading to Japan next Autumn for the Rugby World Cup.
Poland - With more direct flights from the UK than mainland Spain, varied landscape, medieval castles, ancient wooden churches and the historic cities of Krakow and Warsaw, it's no wonder Poland is becoming a top choice for an overseas break.
Uzbekistan - Under a new reforming Government travel to this exotic Asian country has become simpler. Famously located on the Silk Road, an ancient network of trade routes, it was featured on the final episode on Joanna Lumley's Silk Road Adventure earlier this year. Follow in her footsteps.
Western Australia - The journey time to Western Australia has been greatly reduced following the new non-stop flight to Perth, taking just 17 hours.
Thursday nights' Dingo Dollar Challenge (6 Dec) was, "What percentage of British people have never been on a plane?"
I'm a Celebrity revealed the answer is 23%.
We'd like to think that this statistic doesn't apply to you, but isn't it time you plan that ultimate trip down under? Australia Day is celebrated on 26 January, which is just about the perfect time for booking long-haul flight deals for this time next year! We can also arrange your escorted tours and South Pacific Cruises. But, be quick if you want a seat on that non-stop flight to Perth!
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