From the virgin islands of Thailand to the scenic, snow-capped mountains of Georgia; from the modern, uber cool culture of Melbourne to the rustic charm of Uruguay, here is your guide to places that are a must-see this New Year.

Koh Samui, Thailand: A toned-down version of Phuket, heavy on wellness and food.

Santiago, Chile: An earthquake has not stood in the way of its booming modern music, art and culinary scenes.

Republic of Georgia: A rustic ski wonderland on the verge of discovery.

Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay: The ranches beyond a historic village offer a dose of rural chic.

Budapest: Abandoned buildings give rise to a new, bohemian scene, but Hungary's capital adds a touch of glamour as well.

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Koh Samui, Thailand: A toned-down version of Phuket, heavy on wellness and food.

Santiago, Chile: An earthquake has not stood in the way of its booming modern music, art and culinary scenes.

Republic of Georgia: A rustic ski wonderland on the verge of discovery.

Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay: The ranches beyond a historic village offer a dose of rural chic.

Budapest: Abandoned buildings give rise to a new, bohemian scene, but Hungary's capital adds a touch of glamour as well.

Tallinn, Estonia: The beautiful capital city aims to shed its stag-party past.

Olympic National Park, Wash: Bad weather means great conditions - and deals — for skiers and storm-watchers.

Melbourne, Australia: Splashy new hotels and restaurants helmed by name-brand chefs put Sydney on notice.

Hangzhou, China: An hour from Shanghai, a historic jewel goes five-star.


Olympic National Park, Wash: Bad weather means great conditions - and deals — for skiers and storm-watchers.

Melbourne, Australia: Splashy new hotels and restaurants helmed by name-brand chefs put Sydney on notice.

Hangzhou, China: An hour from Shanghai, a historic jewel goes five-star.





