Top 2005 Travel Picks from LP Staffers

Lonely Planet Global Travel Editor Don George
recently unveiled results of a survey amongst LP staffers about
the hottest travel destinations for 2005
. Their choice?
Croatia. The reason why, perhaps summed up best
by one staffer, is that “it appeals to a wide range of travellers with its rich diversity of attractions. And it has
not yet been over-touristed, but it has developed an excellent tourism infrastructure.” Runner ups to this new player
on the European travel scene included
China,
Argentina and
Italy.