Finally, we reach number one. Despite the uncertainty of Britain's post-Brexit future, London has retained its title as the best city in the world for the fifth year in a row! London is known for its prosperity, innovation, tourism, growth, and opportunities. From incredible nightlife and dining experiences to stunning green spaces scattered throughout the metropolis, it really has it all.
Sources: (Best Cities) (Lonely Planet)
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Paris has repeatedly been the number one tourist destination in the world, so it goes without saying that there's plenty of art, culture, and nightlife to be explored. Investment in infrastructure has increased with great speed in advance of the 2024 Olympics, which they'll be hosting.
Dubai is a city of extremes. You will find the biggest and most expensive version of everything, mixed with its rich Arab heritage. In a matter of decades, it has grown itself into an international tourism and business destination. Between the opulent feats of modern architecture, there are also oases of calm, such as their many idyllic beaches.
Singapore is one of the most unique cities in the world. As a highly populated city state, the financial powerhouse has had to be extremely innovative to continue growing while preserving the beauty of its natural environment. Luckily, innovation is Singapore's greatest strength.
New York is considered North America's most exciting and artistic metropolis and is the world's top-ranked city for culture. Sadly, many of its key artistic centers such as Broadway are suffering from the pandemic, but the city is sure to recover. It is home to more Fortune 500 companies than almost any other city in the world.
Barcelona is one of the most beautiful cities on this list thanks to its stunning artistic neighborhoods, endless sandy beaches, and near-perfect weather. Sadly, the city suffered greatly during the pandemic and it's hard to predict if its world-renowned nightlife will be the same afterwards.
Spain's capital city took a serious hit during the pandemic, but is slowly starting to recover. Madrid has one of the best ranges of museums and artistic attractions in the world. It's filled with stunning green spaces like the Buen Retiro park. Recent efforts to modernize the city while preserving its heritage have only improved the quality of life for its residents and visitors.
Rome is a safe, accessible, and modern city that manages to take you back in time. On every corner there's a piece of history that will take your breath away.
Chicago's many strengths include culture, nightlife, job opportunities, and an affordability unlike any other metropolis in the US.
As the little brother to Dubai, Abu Dhabi focuses more on promoting its rich cultural heritage instead of having the biggest of everything. It ranks number one in the world for its number of foreign-born residents, partly due to the country's investment in attracting outside talent.
The New Year naturally conjures new possibilities. It's a time to reflect on the past year and plan for the next. Many people spent most of 2020 stuck at home and are desperate to get back out into the world and travel! But where to?
Resonance Consultancy have published their prestigious yearly list of the best cities to help us out. Their ranking system is based on 26 criteria across six categories including diversity, weather, number of parks, and tourist attractions. For the first time, the 2021 list takes into account unemployment and COVID-19 infection rates. Click through this gallery to count down through the 30 best cities in the world to live in or visit.
The buzzing city of Las Vegas is a clear winner when it comes to entertainment and nightlife. The pandemic of 2020 was devastating for the local economy as all the casinos were forced to shut down, but one pleasant side effect is that Las Vegas is being reclaimed by its local residents, becoming a "normal city."
One of the best attributes of sunny Miami is its diversity and acceptance of new cultures. It's one of the cities with the largest populations of foreign-born residents. The incredible weather and beautiful parks and beaches are another big draw.
Munich is best known for Oktoberfest, but the locals know how to work hard as well as have fun. The city is home to one of the top 25 universities in the world, and is also a center of entrepreneurship.
The city of Milan in northern Italy has much more to offer than Fashion Week. Milan is also one of Italy's central financial and cultural hubs. It is expected to lead the country's economic recovery after the pandemic.
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The New Year naturally conjures new possibilities. It's a time to reflect on the past year and plan for the next. Many people spent most of 2020 stuck at home and are desperate to get back out into the world and travel! But where to?
Resonance Consultancy have published their prestigious yearly list of the best cities to help us out. Their ranking system is based on 26 criteria across six categories including diversity, weather, number of parks, and tourist attractions. For the first time, the 2021 list takes into account unemployment and COVID-19 infection rates. Click through this gallery to count down through the 30 best cities in the world to live in or visit.