The economic uncertainty and geopolitical conflicts in the wake of the pandemic do not seem to hold back travellers who are determined to visit other places despite the external situations. Not for nothing does the International Air Transport Association forecast 4.7 billion air journeys this year.
Most of these seem to be for wellness tourism, but business travel also looks set to exceed pre-pandemic figures. This rise in tourism has prompted Bloomberg to compile a list of the 24 best places to travel, and Spain is among them.
San Sebastian and its food scene among the top 24
San Sebastian is on this list, highlighting the number of Michelin-starred restaurants in the coastal city, the highest number per capita. San Sebastian's mild climate in summer is one of the attractions of this northern Spanish treasure.
The perfect season to visit is from May to September, but the San Sebastian Film Festival is also appealing numerous cultural activities. On the contrary, Bloomberg does not recommend visiting the city in April or November, its rainy seasons.
Sustainability is also highlighted in San Sebastian, which is to open an extension of the Basque Culinary Centre in 2024, with a large rooftop terrace that will serve as a meeting place for chefs and locals. The city's gastronomy is, therefore, another strong point.
Quito, Aspen, and Boston also made the list
The same list includes places such as Quito, which stands out for its architecture and its proximity to the Galapagos; Boston, with a growing restaurant and luxury hotel scene; the Dominican Republic, with its impressive resorts; Aspen, for ski and other mountain sports lovers; or South Korea, for the beaches of Busan, similar to those of Miami.
Also on the list are Argentina, which has a wide variety of fauna and flora throughout its vast territory; Transylvania, for its outstanding nature, as well as its castles and historical monuments; Kenya, for its wildlife safaris; Las Vegas, especially with its new Formula 1 Grand Prix; Morocco and Hong Kong, which expects a significant upturn in tourism since COVID-19 restrictions eased.