2014 Travel Checklist: Top 10 Cities in the World Recommended for Wandering
Last updated 2026-09-25 — As 2013 draws to a close, the new year surely holds many new travel wishes waiting to be planned and realized for many travelers. If you’re still unsure about your travel plans for 2014, why not...
By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Network, Reported by Chen Guanxin
As 2013 comes to an end, the new year will undoubtedly bring many new travel dreams for many travelers that are waiting to be planned and fulfilled. If you're still feeling directionless about your 2014 travel plans, consider referring to Lonely Planet’s “Top 10 Cities to Visit in the World in 2014” and plan your next holiday well.
The new year 2014 is just around the corner—take a look at which of the world’s top 10 travel cities have made the list. (Image provided by Mook Editorial Department)
Paris, France
From the time the Celts arrived on what is now the Île de la Cité in ancient times, Paris was destined to begin its brilliant chapter. This fertile land through which the Seine River meanders has, despite wars and revolutions, continued to shine brilliantly under the visionary planning of successive leaders, becoming a must-visit destination for many in their lifetime.
Versatile Paris is not only home to famous tourist attractions such as the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, the Centre Pompidou, various museums, and opera houses, but it is also the world’s premier fashion capital. Historic cafes filled with humanistic charm are tucked away in its streets and alleys, while palaces, gardens, churches, and traditional markets coexist, offering such a rich variety that even three days and nights may not be enough to explore it all.
Versatile Paris, rich in culture and history, is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. (Image provided by Mook Editorial Department)
Trinidad, Cuba
Trinidad in Cuba is a town in the central part of the country, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Valley of the Sugar Mills in 1988. The town’s numerous traditional buildings showcase the quaint charm of an old city frozen in time, and next year marks the 500th anniversary of the town’s founding, with a series of festivals and cultural events to be held. If you have the chance to participate, it will be an experience even more memorable than savoring cigars and coffee.
Visit the ancient Cuban town and experience local festival activities. (Image source / from Wikipedia)
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town is the second-largest city in South Africa and also its legislative capital. It is world-renowned for its stunning natural beauty and harbor. In particular, the iconic Table Mountain, known as the “Table of God,” features a flat summit that offers views over the Cape Peninsula. At the tip of the Cape Peninsula lies the Cape of Good Hope, once a vital maritime route from Europe to the East and a popular tourist destination in South Africa.
Table Mountain is known as the “Table of God.” (Image source / from http://justthetravel.com website)
Riga, Latvia
The capital of Latvia, “Riga,” is also the largest city among the three Baltic States and a hub of politics, economy, culture, and education in the Baltic region. Riga, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been designated by the EU as the “European Capital of Culture” for 2014. Local attractions such as Riga Cathedral, the Powder Tower, and the Freedom Monument are must-see popular tourist spots.
Riga in Latvia is the European Capital of Culture for next year. (Image source / from http://www.traveljam.lv/ website)
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