Scotland is home to many unique and historic castles, but few are as visually striking as Castle Stalker.
18.01.2023 - 13:37 / dailyrecord.co.uk
For those of us who want to book a getaway to one of the most popular destinations in the world, you may not have to go as far afield as you might think.
The travel platform TripAdvisor has kicked off its Travellers' Choice Awards for 2023 by bringing out a list of the most popular holiday destinations across both Europe and the world - and our capital city has made both lists.
Edinburgh was named as the 10th most sought-after place for a getaway in Europe, and the 21st in the world overall - beating out the likes of New York City, Bangkok and Rio de Janeiro.
Based on authentic reviews from the global travel community, the awards highlight the top rated spots in the world across six categories: Popular, Trending, Food, Nature, Culture and Ski.
Edinburgh was recognised for its rich heritage, culture and festivals, and there's so much to do for holidaymakers that you just can't get anywhere else.
Whether that's taking a walk around the Old Town, sampling some fantastic local food and drinks, or paying a visit to some of the city's famed museums and galleries, you're sure to love the capital's many unique offerings.
Every year, TripAdvisor analyses the millions of reviews submitted on its platform to reveal the definitive travel list for the year, as chosen by globetrotters across the world.
Looking at the quantity and quality of reviews for international destinations, the Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Destination Awards spotlight the most popular and up and coming destinations for the year ahead.
Elsewhere on the lists, London made the top spot for the most popular destinations in Europe, with Rome and Paris following behind.
And in the worldwide rankings, Dubai was crowned the winner, followed by Bali and London.
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Scotland is home to many unique and historic castles, but few are as visually striking as Castle Stalker.
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