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THE BEST...
Athletic/active
(#1)
Active/adventure vacation
(#1)
Airports: Design & Functionality
(#1)
Public parks and outdoor access
(#2)
Summer Vacation
(#2)
THE WORST...
Ethnic food
(#27)
Diverse
(#25)
Cultural getaway
(#24)
denotes a Top 10 ranking
denotes a Bottom 10 ranking
People
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
1
Athletic/active
6
Attractive
25
Diverse
11
Friendly
7
Intelligent
22
Stylish
Type of Trip
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
1
Active/adventure vacation
13
Affordable getaway
24
Cultural getaway
5
Family vacation
7
Relaxing retreat
16
Romantic escape
15
Wild weekend
Hotels
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
12
Affordable hotels
13
All-in-one resorts
8
B&Bs/Inns
21
Big-name luxury hotels
14
Business hotels
20
Stylish boutique hotels
Nightlife
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
20
Cocktail hour
19
Live music/concerts and bands
15
Singles/bar scene
Culture
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
18
Classical music
20
Historical sites/monuments
16
Museums/galleries
16
Theater
Shopping
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
21
Antique and vintage shops
24
Independent boutiques
21
Luxury stores
Food/Drink/Restaurants
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
18
Big-name restaurants
14
Cafes
27
Ethnic food
18
Farmers' markets
17
Neighborhood joints
Quality of Life and Visitor Experience
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
3
Cleanliness
4
Environmental friendliness
21
Noteworthy neighborhoods
6
Peace and quiet
21
People-watching
2
Public parks and outdoor access
7
Public transportation and pedestrian-friendliness
6
Safety
6
Skyline/views
6
Weather
Airports
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
1
Design & Functionality (architecture, layout, signage)
4
Entertainment (spas, kid zones, complimentary Wi-Fi, etc.)
5
Food & drink (restaurants, bars, snack and coffee shops)
4
Lounges
12
On-time arrivals/departures
5
Shopping
8
Staff efficiency (security and luggage handling)
16
Transportation (to/from & within)
Holiday Travel
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
12
Spring Break
2
Summer Vacation
14
Thanksgiving
7
Winter
People
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
1
Athletic/active
7
Attractive
27
Diverse
10
Friendly
4
Intelligent
19
Stylish
Type of Trip
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
1
Active/adventure vacation
14
Affordable getaway
22
Cultural getaway
7
Family vacation
7
Relaxing retreat
15
Romantic escape
12
Wild weekend
Hotels
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
10
Affordable hotels
10
All-in-one resorts
6
B&Bs/Inns
19
Big-name luxury hotels
12
Business hotels
15
Stylish boutique hotels
Nightlife
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
13
Cocktail hour
11
Live music/concerts and bands
12
Singles/bar scene
Culture
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
18
Classical music
16
Historical sites/monuments
16
Museums/galleries
9
Theater
Shopping
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
17
Antique and vintage shops
23
Independent boutiques
17
Luxury stores
Food/Drink/Restaurants
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
21
Big-name restaurants
15
Cafes
28
Ethnic food
14
Farmers' markets
14
Neighborhood joints
Quality of Life and Visitor Experience
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
3
Cleanliness
5
Environmental friendliness
18
Noteworthy neighborhoods
3
Peace and quiet
17
People-watching
2
Public parks and outdoor access
6
Public transportation and pedestrian-friendliness
2
Safety
5
Skyline/views
5
Weather
Airports
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
2
Design & Functionality (architecture, layout, signage)
8
Entertainment (spas, kid zones, complimentary Wi-Fi, etc.)
10
Food & drink (restaurants, bars, snack and coffee shops)
10
Lounges
10
On-time arrivals/departures
12
Shopping
7
Staff efficiency (security and luggage handling)
19
Transportation (to/from & within)
Holiday Travel
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
10
Spring Break
4
Summer Vacation
13
Thanksgiving
8
Winter
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