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Happy New Year! With 2024 officially underway, now is the perfect time to map out your travels for the year, considering special events and seasonal changes. If you’re looking for inspiration on where to go, consider these destinations with fascinating reasons to visit in 2024.
Paris will host the 2024 Summer Olympic Games from July 26 to August 11 and the Paralympic Games from August 28 to September 8. Although this will be a busier—and probably pricier—time to visit, it will also be a particularly unique experience in the City of Lights.
Expect beach volleyball courts around the Eiffel Tower, the Parade of Nations sailing on the Seine River, and the first-ever Olympic Games breakdancing competition.
A wintertime visit to Alaska may not be the most popular way to explore The Last Frontier State. Still, for those chasing the Northern Lights, it’s the best time to visit.
Experts at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have predicted that 2024 will see solar activity peaking at much higher levels than usual, making the aurora borealis more intense. It also increases visitors’ chances of catching this natural light show. You can head to Fairbanks, known for its particularly dark skies, aurora-chasing tours, and bubble hotels perfect for viewing the Northern Lights.
To witness another natural phenomenon, head to this Mexican beach town to watch the total solar eclipse on April 8. While many destinations are in the eclipse’s path, Mazatlán will experience one of the most extended durations of totality: 4 minutes and 27 seconds of darkness. Numerous events, from mindful yoga retreats to beach parties, will enhance the eclipse experience.
We have always known Sin City for its epic entertainment, but in 2024, it’s taking things to the next level. Las Vegas will host Super Bowl LVIII on February 11, while the high-speed Formula 1 Grand Prix will return to The Strip on Nov. 16-18. Can’t make it for one of these events? Vegas is welcoming plenty of new hotels and high-end restaurants perfect for indulging. The new event venue Sphere is also worth a visit, with U2 currently hosting their residency there.
Jessica is a freelance journalist on a quest to see and experience everything our gorgeous planet offers and share her experiences with her fellow travelers. Jessica has written for several world-class Travel Magazines.
