The 10 best trips for 2023
After some very difficult traveling years, we hope that 2023 is the time to take the calendar and start looking at dates to be able to fit in all the trips we have dreamed of for so long.
Although we know that like any list, all the options are very subjective and depend a lot on each one of us, we wanted to make a list with what we think are some of the 10 best trips for 2023, with all the practical information to organize them in the more comfortable and secure way, without missing anything important from each country or region you visit.
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Keep in mind that these destinations are chosen from various points of view but at no time have we assessed the global health situation that we are experiencing or the one that each of the countries currently have at a particular level, so choose them or not for a future trip , will depend entirely on the evolution of the pandemic in the coming months.
For now, we keep dreaming and crossing our fingers that this year brings us some of the best trips for 2023.
1.Colombia
Colombia, located in the extreme north of South America, has everything a traveler dreams of finding in a country. Incredible natural landscapes, archaeological sites, beautiful colonial towns and cities as well as perfect areas and islands to relax on its idyllic beaches after a great trip.
During a route through the country of about 3 weeks, in which you can combine bus transfers with plane and car rental, to get lost in areas like the Coffee Region, you will get to know a large part of the essential places to see in Colombia among which are places as incredible as the Valle de Cocora, Cartagena de Indias, Guatapé, the Tatacoa desert or San AgustÃn, among many others.
We know that one of the concerns of many tourists when traveling to Colombia is the issue of security. In our case, and after more than a month touring the country, we can assure you that at no time did we have a setback or feeling of insecurity, although, of course, you always have to have common sense and in cities like Bogotá or MedellÃn, move around the most touristic areas.
The best time to travel to Colombia is between December and March and July to August.
2. New Zealand
New Zealand is one of those unique destinations in the world where you can enjoy nature in its wildest state and landscapes of extreme beauty, which we are sure will leave you speechless.
Prepared to the smallest detail to travel on wheels, we cannot forget that this is one of the best motorhome trips in the world, although New Zealand is also known for being a calm and very safe country.
To complete this list of essential places to see in New Zealand, we advise you to take a 3 to 4-week route through the two islands, starting with the North Island and then crossing by ferry to the South Island.
The best months to travel to New Zealand are between December and February, when it is summer there, although if you want to find cheaper prices we recommend autumn or spring.
3. Greece
Greece, cradle of the current Western civilization, is another of the best trips for 2023. Although there are hundreds of combinations that you can do in the country, we recommend dividing your trip into two very different stages, but no less spectacular for that: Mainland Greece and the Greek Islands.
The route through the peninsula normally begins in Athens, which has its great jewel in the Parthenon, to then visit different archaeological sites of Ancient Greece such as Olympia, Corinth, Epidaurus, Mycenae and the incredible Delphi.
The finishing touch to this itinerary is the Meteora Monasteries, located in stone colossi over 600 meters high, which we are sure will leave you speechless.
Once Peninsular Greece is over, you can take a ferry to spend a few quiet days in some of the best Greek Islands that form a great mosaic of colors with their turquoise waters and beautiful villages with white houses.
In addition to getting to know all these essential places to see in Greece, this trip will allow you to enjoy its magnificent gastronomy, ranked among the best in the world.
The best months to travel to Greece are May, June, September and October, in which you will avoid the high temperatures and exaggerated prices of the high season.
4. Japan
Japan is one of those countries that surprise and fall in love in equal parts. A perfect combination of future and tradition, and without a doubt one of the best trips for 2023 in which you can do a complete route through Japan, from Kyoto to Tokyo, in approximately 2-3 weeks, traveling by train.
This trip will take you to know some of the biggest tourist attractions in the country, such as visiting the impressive temples of Kyoto, Takayama and Shirakawa-go, references as mountain destinations, the beautiful Miyajima Island, cities like Tokyo or Osaka or the impressive Himeji Castle. .
In addition to all these places, Japan has unbeatable gastronomy, which includes the best sushi and fresh fish in the world, ramen, sashimi, tempura or Kobe meat, which will take you on another journey, in this case focused on the palate. And the senses.
We could say that any time is good to travel to Japan, since it is a country in which each season of the year marks a special moment for the country, although we believe that there are two special moments: spring with the spectacle of the cherry blossoms and autumn, when the colors become the undisputed protagonists of the trip.
We could say that Mexico is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and also one of the best trips for 2023, in addition to having one of the best gastronomy on the planet.
A route through the country could start in its capital, Mexico City, and then travel by bus to some of the most beautiful colonial cities in the country such as San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas or Guadalajara.
This area, and the whole country in general, have a reputation for being dangerous, but after our experience traveling for a month and a half on our own, we have to say that at no time during the days we spent in Mexico did we have any sense of danger, it is Furthermore, we always moved with the camera and mobile phones in hand and we felt completely safe. In addition, from what we spoke with several locals and intuited, insecurity is more focused in the north and usually due to drug trafficking issues, so tourism, in general terms, is not affected.
After completing the visit to some of the colonial cities, a good option is to take a plane or bus to the Chiapas area to visit the beautiful San Cristóbal de las Casas and, of course, its surroundings.
And if you have more time in this Mexico for free, you can go to Oaxaca or follow the route by rental car through the states of Campeche, Quintana Roo and Yucatán, which include some of the best places to visit in Mexico since in this area more touristy are the spectacular ancient Mayan cities, fantastic cenotes and beaches with transparent waters where you can spend the last days of the trip in a relaxed way.
Any time is good to travel to Mexico, since being such a large country there are climatic variations depending on the area. In the southern part of the country, between the months of May to September, it is usually quite hot and humid, while in the interior, between the months of October-November to February-March, it is usually colder.
6. Iceland
Iceland is a paradise for lovers of landscapes and another of the best trips in 2023. Going around the island by car along Highway 1, stopping at the places of greatest tourist interest, can take between 10 days and two weeks, although if You have less time, don’t worry, with a week you can also plan a very complete tour, eliminating some of the most remote areas.
Something to keep in mind is that in Iceland there is not much hotel infrastructure, so it is very important to book in advance, plan a trip in a motorhome or, if you go in the hottest season, a tent.
During the days of the trip you will have the opportunity to do incredible trekking routes, walk through glaciers, see black sand beaches, volcanoes, the impressive Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, waterfalls such as Self Jalan Foss, Dettifoss or Godafoss, see whales or puffins, surprise yourself in front of to landscapes from another planet like those of Landmannalaugar or bathe in hot springs, surrounded by the wildest nature. You dare?
The best time to travel to Iceland, if you want to tour the island in its entirety during the summer months, although any time is good to travel to Iceland, as long as the cold is not an impediment for you.
7. Peru
Peru is another of the most visited countries and we are sure that it can be considered one of the best trips for 2023. If you have about 3 weeks, you can do a complete route that goes from Lima to Cuzco, as well as including an end of the trip in the to relax for a few days in the area of Iquitos or Puerto Maldonado, to enjoy the Amazon.
On this route through Peru, in addition to being overwhelmed by Machu Picchu, you cannot forget to visit places like the Paracas National Reserve, the Ballestas Islands, the Huacachina Oasis, fly over the Nazca lines, visit Arequipa, tour the Colca Valley , be on the roof of the world in Lake Titicaca or get lost in the Inca ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
The best time to travel to Peru is between the months of September to November, and from March to May, when the weather Is pleasant and there is less tourism.
8. South Africa
South Africa is one of the most diverse countries in the world and another of the best trips for 2023 that you can do.
In this amazing country you can enjoy natural landscapes that seem from another planet, see big cats like lions and leopards up close, in its well-kept national parks, as well as feel the great multicultural atmosphere of its big cities.
To get a complete picture of the country and visit all the essential places to see in South Africa, we recommend taking a rental car route from Cape Town to Johannesburg, passing through Swaziland, although depending on the time you have, some long stretches such as Port Elizabeth to Durban, you can do it by plane.
Although all the tourist spots in the Kruger Park are incredible, we recommend you spend at least 5 days, practically essential time to enjoy the safaris with your private car, enjoying a unique experience in the world.
Any time is good to travel to South Africa, although according to our experience, a good time is our autumn, when there are good conditions to see wildlife in the national parks and the whales come close to the coast.
9. New York
New York, known as the city of skyscrapers or the city that never sleeps, should always be among the best trips of 2023 as well as being a good choice to spend a few fun days.
Even if you go to the city on the days you are going to enjoy it, we recommend you travel a minimum of one week, enough time to get to know its endless offer of leisure and culture, in addition to visiting its main tourist attractions such as Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge , the Statue of Liberty or Central Park, among others.
During our 11-day trip to New York we completed this list of essential places to visit in New York and we liked the experience so much that we returned a few years later to spend almost two months living in an apartment near Central Park, where we had the opportunity to get to know the city much more closely.
A piece of advice that we believe is very interesting, especially if it is your first time in the city, is to stay near Times Square or in the downtown area of Manhattan Island, which is where most of the points of interest are concentrated and thus not waste a lot of time commuting on the subway.
Any time is perfect to visit New York, although in spring or autumn the parks are at their best and at Christmas, the city becomes magical.
10. Sri Lanka and Maldives
A trip to Sri Lanka and Maldives is the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation and another of the best trips for 2023.
Sri Lanka, which is called the Tear of India, offers you incredible places and landscapes, as well as the possibility of making one of the most beautiful train journeys between Ella and Nuwara Eliya. If you add to that that you can visit historical places such as Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, the Dambulla Caves, Aukana or Polonnaruwa or go on a safari in search of leopards in Yala, walk through endless tea fields in the Highlands or enjoy the wild beaches south, Sri Lanka is a destination in capital letters. And if you add to that the kindness of the people and their smiles, we are sure that it is one of the best trips for 2023.
After touring Sri Lanka for a couple of weeks, you can catch a plane in Colombo to reach the nearby and paradisiacal Maldives Islands, the perfect place to leave your backpack, put on your swimsuit and flip-flops and only worry about enjoying the sun, the beach, good food, diving, snorkeling and relaxation in the most incredible paradise you have ever dreamed of.
The best time to travel to Sri Lanka and Maldives is from October to March, when you will avoid the monsoon.
