Explore are the only company offering you the chance to discover the Top 10 Emerging Destinations as determined by the 2010 Wanderlust Travel Awards. This is great testament to our variety of destinations and our pioneering spirit.
The emerging destinations list is new for 2010 and is designed to reward the countries with fewer visitors than the main Top 10 Destinations, but made a lasting impression on those who visited. The list was compiled as part of the Wanderlust Travel Awards 2010, and voted for by over 2000 readers of the magazine.
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1. Colombia
Awarded the top spot by Wanderlust as it throws off the shackles of its bad reputation with an offering of wild beaches, colonial cities, archaeological sites and beautiful countryside.
Colombia holidays
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2. Madagascar
Described by Wanderlust as a destination for those 'in-the-know', holidays in Madagascar promise remote wilderness and unique wildlife.
Madagascar holidays
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3. Bhutan
Another destination for travellers 'in-the-know', the tiny kindgom of Bhutan stands out from the crowd in the face of mass globalisation. It measures its success in 'Gross National Happiness rather than 'Gross National Product'!
Bhutan holidays
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4. Maldives
The Maldives was a shock entry for Wanderlust, as it is better known for its luxury resorts. However, our Maldive Dhoni cruise gets you to the uninhabited islands and atolls and into the small fishing harbours of this beautiful but endangered part of the world.
Maldive holidays
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5. Israel
Very few travel operators offer holidays to Israel, and yet anyone who goes there falls in love with its sophisticated culture and complex past that resonates with many travellers.
Israel holidays
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6. Mongolia
As the Mongolians latch on to the idea of tourism, more opportunities are presenting themselves that enable travellers to explore the remote wilderness and unique culture of Mongolia.
Mongolia holidays
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7. Libya
Those with a keen interest in history will find a rich variety of Greek, Roman, Phoenician and Berber sites - as well as Second World War Battlefields here!
Libya holidays
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8. Iran
Despite its political turbulence and media stereotypes, Iran actually extends a warm welcome to any visitor. Anyone who has been will have fallen under the spell of its rich culture and friendly locals.
Iran holdiays
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9. Rwanda
Another destination emerging from a turbulent past, Rwanda is now competing with Uganda for top spot as a gorilla tracking paradise.
Rwanda holidays
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10. Uzbekistan
Ancient trade routes, Islamic art and remote wilderness all attract the more adventurous traveller looking for an unusual holiday destination.
Uzbekistan holidays
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