Top 10 Destinations for 2010

And a Happy 2010 to everyone. As we launch ourselves into a new year, it seems you can't turn without another top ten predictions for the new year! There are quite a few to choose from but we prefer the latest from Bristish Airways since it seems to be nearer the mark (and not just a self-promoting PR exercise, although it still is..)

Here's British Airways top ten destinations for 2010 (and our comments)


1. Cape Town, South Africa
Nearly half a million football supporters are expected to visit South Africa during the FIFA World Cup in June. With Cape Town home to stunning beaches, mountains, vineyards and the Cape Town Stadium, its sure to be a popular base for fans. Cape Town has always beena popular long haul destination and despite the fact that the World Cup takes place in winter we expect many people will beheading to SA this summer.

2. Istanbul, Turkey
As European Capital of Culture for 2010, Istanbul is Europes hotspot in the New Year. Offering great value for money and a huge variety of things to see and do - from beaches and bazaars to the breathtaking Bosphorus. And it's outside the Euro-zone for British holidaymakers that are still struggling with a 1:1 exchange rate.

3. Las Vegas, USA
BA has just lauched a new route to Las Vegas, so this is the one destination we don't agree with!

4. Vancouver, Canada
Already a must-go destination for skiing and snowboarding, its no surprise that Canada will play host to the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in February and March. North American skiing will benefit as much from the GBP:USD:EURO relationship as much as the fact that the Olympic games are in Canada!

5. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Punta Cana is one of the emerging destinations for holidaymakers in the New Year, with tour operators and industry experts citing local beaches as the most stunning in the Caribbean.

6. Dubrovnik, Croatia
Most of Croatia is brilliant in fact and the cluster of private islands has made this a favourite destination for those seeking a little solitude in the Med. We woudl also add Montenegro, Serbia and Albania!!

7. New York, USA
Of course

8. Stockholm, Sweden
Regularly voted one of the best cities in the world to live in, Stockholm has become the model city for others to follow Europes epicenter of biodiversity and ecology will celebrate its official title of European Green Capital in 2010, making it a popular choice for eco-tourists. We would also add Oslo, one of our favourite cities.

9. The Maldives
Set in the Indian Ocean, this tropical paradise will be one of the hottest destinations for holidaymakers and honeymooners in 2010. Collections of coral reefs boast unrivalled facilities for diving, while the picture postcard beaches offer chill-out bliss to the maximum. Not so sure about this: the Maldives are beautiful but in serious danger and more tourism has to be managed carefully!

10. Delhi, India
Thanks to the growing trend for tiger safari, nearby destinations Bandhavgarh Wildlife Sanctuary and Kanha National Park provide another reason to get off the beaten track and visit Delhi in 2010. Not sure what BA mean by 'off the beaten track' still, we're very please they've included Dehli in their list!