Frommer's today released its 2012 list of top holiday destinations with Turkey winning by a landslide with 51%.
The list is compiled by Frommer's writers and editors, and tends to go for places that are hosting a high-profile event or spots that have undergone revitalisation.
The top 10 for 2012 are detailed below and David Llytle, editorial director of Frommers.com explains why they are worth a look.
Curacao – This often overlooked Caribbean island has affordable rentals and fantastic beaches.
Chongqing, China – An alternative to the usual Chinese destinations, it's a 19th-century town that has undergone rapid modernization, thanks, in part, to its position as the last stop on the Three Gorges river tour.
Fukuoka Japan – This feudal Japanese town on the north shore of Kyushu province is a place to go after you've done Tokyo and Kyoto.
Beirut – The city has experienced a renaissance in recent years, as many European travelers know. "It's an urban hotspot full of smartly dressed people who have intelligent conversation," Lytle says.
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Ghana – Unlike some other African nations, this country has enjoyed long-time stability. As a former center of the slave trade, it's also on the heritage trail for African Americans.
London's Greenwich neighborhood – Just 20 minutes from Central London, this Thames-side town has undergone a renaissance. And post-Olympics is a good time to visit London, since it's bound to be gussied up for the event, with bargains after the party's over.
Girona, Spain – It's also an easy-to-get-to beach getaway from Barcelona.
Bay of Fundy, Nova Scotia – It's a quiet, charming area, perfect for recharging your batteries.
Kansas City, USA – Its food and music scenes are lively and it has a number of really good museums making it a great US family holiday destination.
Yucatan Peninsula – There's more to this region than Cancun, history, great food and fascinating culture make this a perfect holiday destination.
This year, Frommer's also added some demographic picks to its list. They are:
Family Destination: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Cruise Destination: Tromso, Norway
Beach Destination: Hanalei Beach, Kauai, Hawaii
Adventure Destination: Moab, Utah
Food & Drink Destination: Lima, Peru
City Break Destination: Chicago
Endangered Destination: Aysen Region, Chile
Value Destination: Albanian Riviera
Destination to Get Lost: Whitsunday Islands, Australia
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