There’s always a lot of speculation at this time of year about the 12 months ahead. And if it’s escapism you’re after, rest assured, we’ve done the hard work for you. Our team of editors, writers and industry experts reveal the 19 destinations set to hit the headlines, with key openings, new routes and rising-star destinations firmly in the spotlight.
The Cool List 2019 includes stellar destinations such as Pittsburgh and Guyana — now within reach, thanks to new flights — not to mention Eritrea, finally open to tourists after decades o. -limits, and the buzzing arts scene of locations as wide-ranging as Hong Kong and West Yorkshire.