A timeout has already been reported. TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Awards chooses for Top destinations in the world And Best places for solo travelersbut where on the planet? The trendsetter For the new year?

It will happen. Osaka! The Japanese city saw the biggest year-on-year increase in reviews posted on the platform – but we’re hardly surprised.

Of the city’s wins, Tripadvisor said: Known as the ‘kitchen of the nation’, Osaka has a culinary boom as well as great shopping and nightlife. It’s also the perfect base for exploring the Kansai region, which is home to a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.’

Then there’s Osaka Castle, the Tower of the Sun, and the vibrant nightlife district of Dotenbori, but that’s just the beginning of Osaka’s appeal. For more on the best things to do in Osaka, take a look at Our guideor Read on for the best places to stay. Alternatively, check out our list. The most underrated city in Japan.

was in second place. Kuala Lumpurhome to the world’s tallest twin buildings (Petronas Twin Towers) as well as Malaysia’s oldest Hindu temple (Sri Mahamariman) – talk about variety, right? – and was in third place. Buenos Airesthe glittering capital of Argentina.

These are the top trending places in the world right now.

1. Osaka, Japan
2. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
3. Buenos Aires, Argentina
4. Manama, Bahrain
5. Lima, Peru
6. Medellin, Colombia
7. Auckland, New Zealand
8. Kyoto, Japan
9. Seoul, South Korea
10. Casablanca, Morocco

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