Top travel destinations for 2013 according to the world's leading travel bloggers who share their top travel picks! Where do you want to go?

1. Travel Blogger’s Top Travel Destinations of 2013
monkeysandmountains.com /travel-bloggers-top-travel-destinations
Travel bloggers get around more t han most f olks. Not surprisingly t hey know all t he good
spot s t o go.
That’s why in trying to plan my travels for the upcoming year, I asked some of my favorite travel bloggers (and the
industry’s finest) for their Top Travel Destinations for 2013:
Eduardo’s Top Travel Destination f or 2013: Canada
hombrelobo.com @hombrelobo
Why ? Well, I’ve never been to Canada, and it is an intriguing country that
really attracts me. In all the (American) TV shows they portrait Canada as
this dull country where nobody shoots at each other and where people walk
in the street, which makes it even more attractive. But seriously, Canada is
a country with a great mixture of East and West, friendly people and a
passion for nature and the wilderness that really should be an example to
other countries. Vancouver and Toronto are top of my list. Fingers crossed
…
(My note: As a Canadian I assure you that Canada is NOT a dull country
and definitely worth of being on a “top” anything list).
Leigh’s Top Travel Destination f or 2013: Sierra Nevada del
Cocuy – a mountain range in Colombia
Hike Bike Travel @HikeBikeTravel
One of my biggest adventures planned for 2013 includes a six day trek
through the Sierra Nevada del Cocuy – a range of mountains in Colombia
close to the Venez uela border. They have been called the most beautiful
mountains in all of South America that no one has ever heard about. I don’t
quite know what I’ve got myself into as it will just be my husband and I plus
our
Va n co u ve r , Ca n a d a

2. our
guide.
(My
note:
Can I
come
with
you?
This
is my
idea
of a
dream
trip!)
La g o o n , g l a ci e r & d e vi l ’s p u l p i t i n th e S i e r r a Ne va d a d e l Co cu y. P h o to co u r te s y o f a a n d r e s o n Fl i ckr .
Andrea’s Top Travel Destination f or 2013: Marseille, France
Rear View Mirror @destinationeu
Marseille is often an overlooked

3. Marseille is often an overlooked
destination in France but the
Mediterranean city has great weather,
beautiful beaches and the historic Vieux
Port. Marseille’s diverse culture
influences the local food which is a mix
of traditional French, North African and
Mediterranean cuisines. In 2013,
Marseille is the European Capital of
Culture so you can expect to see many
great events held throughout the year
making it a great time to visit.
Ma r s e i l l e , Fr a n ce , a to p tr a ve l d e s ti n a ti o n a n d a Eu r o p e a n Ca p i ta l o f Cu l tu r e fo r 2013.
(My note: I love France, but haven’t
been to Marseille yet, and with it being
the European Capital of Culture this year,
it’s a great time to visit).
Mariana’s Top Travel Destination
f or 2013: Denmark
TravelThirst @TravelThirst
A country with a quite perfect scenario.
As I road tripped Denmark this year, I
only found good qualities all over the
place. Culture, nature, landscapes (one
of the most unusual and outstanding
ones I have ever enjoyed). Not to
mention every single taste from a simple
yet rich diet of theirs; or its kind and
educate people. Even sounds: from
authentic local music up to the sound of
silence, of wind, of a fresh sigh
anywhere. Denmark really marked me
within all 5 senses. Which to me is the
clue to a top travel destination spot.
(My note: I’ve been there and would
have to agree!)
Isabel’s Top Travel Destination
f or 2013: Uganda
P h o to co u r te s y o f An d r e a – Re a r vi e w Mi r r o r

4. f or 2013: Uganda
Diaro de a
bordo
De n m a r k p h o to co u r te s y o f Ma r i a n a fr o m Tr a ve l Th i r s t
@Diarodeabordo
Forgotten by travelers by its political

5. Forgotten by travelers by its political
conflicts in the past decades, Uganda
is rising as a brand new destination to
visit in Africa. Although its National
Parks can not offer the same amount
of feline species as the ones in
neighboring countries, Uganda can
offer you a one in a lifetime
experience: tracking the few mountain
gorillas that remain in the planet.
However, Uganda has much more to
offer: the source of the river Nile,
outstanding landscapes and
charming people unspoiled by
tourism.
(My note: If I had to choose just one
trip, this would be it, hands down! I
would chew off my right arm to see
gorillas in the wild).
Marlys and Michael’s Top
Travel Destination of 2013:
Seville, Andlucia, Spain
easyhiker @easyhiker101
Seville, the capital city of Andalucia,
may be a “second division” city
compared to top drawers like Paris,
London and Barcelona, but is
definitely a must- visit destination for
2013. They say this is where tapas
were first served. The influence of the
Moors in the city’s architecture, as
evidenced by the tile works
everywhere, constantly provides
visitors with delightful surprises – on
the pavements, the walls and even on
balconies.
(My note: After being to Catalonia four
times in 2011, which I love, it’s time to
check out a different part of Spain and
Seville
G o r i l l a p h o to ta ke n i n Ug a n d a b y Is a b e l fr o m Di a r o d e a b o r d o

6. Seville
would be
perfect!)
Sophie’s
Top
Travel
In th e g a r d e n s o f Al ca z a r i n S e vi l l a , p h o to co u r te s y o f Ma r l ys a n d Mi ch a e l fr o m e a s y h i ke r .
Destination f or 2013: Oslo, Norway
Sophie’s World @SophieR
I especially recommend the

7. I especially recommend the
long, white nights of summer,
when the sun is up until 11 pm
and the temperature hovers
around 20 – 25 °C – perfect! It’s
reflected in people’s
temperament as well: come May,
locals throw away most of their
inhibitions (and their clothes).
Nature is Oslo’s main asset –
and it’s almost free! 15 minutes
by public transport takes you to
the hills and forest surrounding
town or to the many islands in
the Oslofjord.
(My note: I know very little about
Norway, but the islands sound
especially intriguing and I’m
used to the nakedness after
living in Germany).
Mary’s Top Travel
Destination f or 2013:
Southern Calif ornia
The World is a
Book @WorldBookTravel
Southern California is large
region that includes the popular
cities of Los Angeles and San
Diego and offers something for
everyone of all ages satisfying
varying interests. This top
destination has beautiful
scenery and blessed with mild,
pleasant weather, miles of
beaches and plenty of sunshine
for year- round outdoor activities.
The ethnically diverse area also
features many cultural museums,
Fr o g n e r P a r k, O s l o , No r wa y. P h o to b y S o p h i e fr o m S o p h i e ’s Wo r l d

8. features many cultural museums,
La g u n a B e a ch , Ca l i fo r n i a . P h o to co u r te s y o f Ma r y fr o m Th e Wo r l d i s a B o o k
neighborhoods, national parks and historical attractions. Known as the entertainment capital of the world and home to
Hollywood and many theme parks including enchanting Disneyland also makes this a top destination whether traveling
solo or with a family.
(My note: I haven’t spent nearly enough time in Southern California, but what’s not to love.)
Cathy’s Top Travel Destination of 2013: Hawaii
Traveling with Sweeney @TravelingwithS
Visiting a

9. Visiting a
tropical
paradise is
enticing to
almost
everyone
and Hawaii
certainly fits
that
description.
The
Hawaiian
Islands also
have
sentimental
value for us
because we
spent our
honeymoon
and 10th
anniversary
on Kauai
and have
enjoyed
Maui and the
S u n s e t i n Ha wa i i p h o to co u r te s y o f Ca th y fr o m Tr a ve l i n g wi th S we e n e y
Big Island on
other trips. I
love the first sensation of the balmy breez es and fragrant exotic flowers. It’s been several years since we’ve had a
chance to go back, so we’re really looking forward to our 2013 trip to Maui and Molokai. Although we are planning on
active outdoor activities, scenic drives, exploring sites and cultural experiences, Hawaii is also a perfect destination for
getting away from computers and smartphones to “hang loose” for a while. Aloha!
(My note: I haven’t been to Hawaii since I was a kid, and that was only to Oahu. I would love to check out some of the
other islands as Cathy did.)
A very special thank you to all of the above travel bloggers for taking time from your busy travel schedules to share your
top travel picks for 2013 with us.
So there you have it, now you know where to go in 2013. T he hard part is now deciding on which
travel destination! I’m admittedly biased, but I’m leaning towards the two that have monkeys and
mountains! Where do you plan to go?