10 Best Countries to visit in 2019
Make sure your bank account is solid because Lonely Planet has revealed its list of the 10 best countries to visit in 2019. Without further ado, here are the 10 countries they think travelers should visit in 2019.
- Sri Lanka
- Germany
- Zimbabwe
- Panama
- Kyrgyzstan
- Jordan
- Indonesia
- Belarus
- Sao Tome & Principe
- Belize
SRI LANKA was never a place I thought about visiting until about two years ago. I ran into a friend who had just come back from Sri Lanka and she had nothing but great things to say about the country. I immediately jumped on Google and was blown away. Gal Vihara – a group of beautiful Buddha images caught my attention and this country has been on my bucket list ever since.
GERMANY I’ve technically been to Germany a few times as I’ve connected through Frankfurt and Munich on a number of occasions. However, you can’t really visit a country if you never leave the airport right?! With a vibrant arts scene and strong history, I’d love to visit the capital city of Berlin. Seeing the Berlin Wall in person is a definite travel goal for me since this concrete barrier physically and ideologically divided Berlin for so many years.
ZIMBABWE definitely intrigues me as one of the 10 best countries to visit in 2019. Having been to one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world, Victoria Falls, I can’t wait to venture back to the continent of Africa one day soon and explore Zimbabwe.
PANAMA is another country that’s popping up on a few where to travel in 2019 lists. I’ve wanted to take a journey to this country for a few years now after meeting a group of Panamians at a street festival. They told me all about the vibrant streets of the old town of Panama City and the delicious cultural food.
KYRGYZSTAN has never been a country that I’ve thought about venturing off to. However, I’m a changed woman after reading up on central Asian country. I definitely see why it made Lonely Planet’s list. The countryside looks stunning with lots of trekking routes throughout. Google for yourself to see why Kyrgyzstan is one of the 10 best countries to visit in 2019.
JORDAN is a country I was supposed to visit a few years ago. Unfortunately, something came up and my plans changed. Needless to say, I still have a strong desire to visit this country. I really want to visit the Dead Sea, which is the lowest spot on earth, and most mineral-laden body of water in the world.
INDONESIA is already on my 2019 travel list! I’m heading to Bali and can’t wait to explore this beautiful country. Water resorts are my jam so I’m super excited to be heading to Bali in 2019. I’ve also heard so many wonderful things about the people, food, and culture.
BELARUS is a country that I really don’t have a desire to visit. But hey, different strokes for different folks, right? Maybe one day I’ll do some more research on this country and change my mind.
SAO TOME & PRINCIPE isn’t one of the top African countries I want to visit. However, its tropical waters and near-empty beaches are definitely calling my inner wanderlust. But for now, it’s not on my where to go in 2019 list.
BELIZE has been on my bucket list for a few years now. With rich marine life, jungles, Mayan ruins, and so much natural beauty I hope to cross this country off my list soon. English is the official language making it a great option for those who prefer to avoid language barriers while traveling.
So, there you have it, folks. The top 10 best countries to visit in 2019 according to Lonely Planet.
- Sri Lanka
- Germany
- Zimbabwe
- Panama
- Kyrgyzstan
- Jordan
- Indonesia
- Belarus
- Sao Tome & Principe
- Belize
Clearly, I need to stop eating out so often and save up a few dollars so I can step up my 2019 travel game.
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Happy Traveling!
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41 Comments
kate werth
I talk about going to the dead sea. too! I read somewhere that itk’s rapidly drying!
Joy
Wow this is such a great list of countries. You have inspired me to visit at least some of them if possible. Great post!
explorethe6
Glad to hear 🙂
Nicole
All of these look like amazing places to visit. The pictures you have here are absolutely gorgeous. I would love to visit them all one day, thanks for sharing!
Nati
i’d love to visit Sri Lanka one day! My child’s best mate in kindergarten comes from Sri Lanka and their parents are the kindest, without mention how tasty the food they make!
this1mommytries
What a fantastic list! That waterfall is stunning I understand why it is on your list and now it is on mine.
Courtney
Ooooo great suggestions!!!! I e been to Germany and Belize! Both beautiful countries
Ana
I haven’t been to any of the country from your list! I’d be so lucky if I made to any of these countries in 2019!
Jasmine - LoveLifeLaughMotherhood
so many of these are on my bucket list. i’d love to do more traveling soon
explorethe6
Right, it’s such a great list. Happy Travels
Peachy A.
These list is awesome because all these countries sound amazing!
explorethe6
Agree 100% all these countries sounds awesome
Maggie Unzueta
Total WOW! These 10 places look sooooooo amazing! I should add them on my bucket list !
explorethe6
For sure, I’ve added most of them myself 🙂
elizabeth
I’ve never been to any of these places, but they all look so beautiful! Bucket list goals, for sure!
explorethe6
Yes, major Goals!
Cindy Ingalls
It’s funny. I’ve never thought about visiting any of the places on this list. Maybe Germany and Panama, but none of the others. Makes me think I need to expand my travels.
explorethe6
Right! I’ve had a few of these on my list but there were a few I never thought of venturing off to
Rupy
A good list for travelling. I wish that I would visit Belize and Germany.
ChelseaMamma
Germany and Sri Lanka are on my list, Iceland is top though
explorethe6
We would get along so well 🙂 I have a trip planned to Iceland at the end of this month, and I can’t wait 🙂
Tiffany Barry
Amazing list! My friend just moved to Germany, and I’d love to visit her and see it.
Janet Yarwood
I’ve really not travelled much at all so none of these were places I’d thought about. They all look amazing though. I’d definitely like to travel more in the future
worldlytreat
Germany is one beautiful country/ I had the best time there in 2007. I definitely want to visit Belize.
Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes
What a fantastic list! I have never visited any of these. Gosh, there is so much I want to see and do 😀 Cannot wait to get on a plane and travel soon!
Becca Wilson
I would love to be able to travel more one day. Right now, it just totally isnt in the cards, but these are some great suggestions!
Holly Castillo
We went to Germany and LOVED it! Glad it was first on the list.
explorethe6
Awesome! I can’t wait to visit Germany
Neha
Amazing choices. I am looking forward to visit Belize in a few months!
explorethe6
Have fun! Let us know how your trip goes 🙂
TeacherNista
Yay! It has always been my dream to travel to other countries especially Indonesia and Thailand. I love exploring and learning their beautiful culture!
explorethe6
You’ll love Thailand, I just came back from there a few months ago and had an awesome time 🙂
TeacherNista
Yay! Hopefully this year!
Tara Pittman (@momknowsbest15)
I thing Belize wins it for me. I love all that water and need to discover this place
Fran Jorgensen
So many great places to visit! now I am looking at my next destination … thank you for sharing your favourites!
explorethe6
No problem. Happy Travels
Amaragrace jakobsen
They are all very good choices. I couldn’t find some of the countries i would love to visit next year, but these are definitely ones to think about.
Nate
I went to Belize last month. That place is growing very fast and a lot of tourists are visiting this country!
explorethe6
Awesome! I can’t wait to visit Belize one day
Little Miss Traveller
Interesting – I travel a lot but have only visited Germany so far on that list!
explorethe6
I’m sure it was wonderful 🙂