Athens, Greece, has taken its rightful place in Google's recently unveiled list of Top 20 Summer Destinations for 2024, coming in at number 10 amongst a an exciting list of hotspots for the upcoming season.
Drawing from extensive flight booking data and search trends, this comprehensive list serves as a roadmap for travellers in search of their next unforgettable journey. While perennial favourites like London, Paris, and Tokyo maintain their coveted positions at the the top of the list, this year's rankings showcase notable shifts in travel preferences.
1. London
2. Paris
3. Tokyo
4. Rome
5. New York
6. Cancun
7. Orlando
8. Las Vegas
9. Seattle
10. Athens
11. Los Angeles
12. Miami
13. Barcelona
14. Dublin
15. Fort Lauderdale
16. Honolulu
17. Denver
18. Madrid
19. Boston
20. San Juan
Among these shifts, Athens, with its timeless allure and historical richness, secures its place as number 10 on the list, beckoning travellers with its blend of ancient wonders and vibrant contemporary culture.
As destinations such as Cancun and Tokyo experience fluctuations in their rankings, newcomers like San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Madrid, Spain, emerge as new options, signalling evolving tastes in global travel. Traditional favourites like Chicago and San Francisco were surprisngly absent from this year's list.
A deep dive into Google's meticulously curated data, spanning from mid-January to mid-March, reveals a surge in searches for personalised travel experiences, indicating a growing appetite for bespoke adventures.
With the summer season looming ahead, Google offers a plethora of possibilities for travellers to explore, whether they're delving into the historic marvels of Athens or luxuriating in the sun-kissed splendour of San Juan's beaches.
(Source: ABC News)
