'Breathtaking' UK spot with 'magnificent' views among the best regions in the world to visit

The north of Scotland is one of the best regions to visit

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Sarra Gray

By Sarra Gray


Published: 26/10/2023

- 15:41

The best regions in the world to visit have been named

There are lots of great spots to travel to, whether looking for a city break or beach holiday.

Britons can easily reach most parts of the world from the UK, and there are plenty of stunning UK regions to visit for a staycation.


The best regions in the world to visit for 2024 have been named in a new study.

The list includes a beautiful part of the UK, meaning Britons do not need to travel far for an amazing holiday.

Ben Hope

Ben Hope is the most northern Munro

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Best regions to visit

Montana, USA

Donegal, Ireland

Trans Dinarica Cycling Route, Western Balkans

Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Tuscany, Italy

País Vasco, Spain

Southern Thailand

Swahili Coast, Tanzania

Saalfelden Leogang, Austria

Far North Scotland

The north of Scotland was one of the top places to visit, according to the study by Lonely Planet.

The nearby Donegal in Ireland was also voted among the best spots.

If visiting Scotland, the study highlighted some places of particular interest.

This included Ben Hope, Dunrobin Castle, North Coast 500 and Forsinard Flows Nature Reserve.

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Montana in the USA was among one of the best places to visit

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Ben Hope is the most northern Munro in Scotland and offers spectacular views up a short ascent.

Holidaymakers who have visited it shared their experiences online.

A review posted on AllTrails said: "Ben Hope is a stunning isolated peak that offers magnificent views. The trail is breathtaking and definitely worth the effort."

This comes as a Scottish expat shared the biggest challenges living in Norway.

The best spot for a UK staycation was named as a "beautiful and picturesque" place.

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