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Photo credit:
Andie Diemer
THE BEST...
Historical sites/monuments
(#1)
Museums/galleries
(#1)
Cultural getaway
(#1)
Family vacation
(#2)
Public transportation and pedestrian-friendliness
(#2)
THE WORST...
Wild weekend
(#30)
All-in-one resorts
(#29)
Airports: Entertainment
(#29)
denotes a Top 10 ranking
denotes a Bottom 10 ranking
People
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
21
Athletic/active
27
Attractive
6
Diverse
28
Friendly
6
Intelligent
18
Stylish
Type of Trip
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
27
Active/adventure vacation
22
Affordable getaway
1
Cultural getaway
2
Family vacation
29
Relaxing retreat
29
Romantic escape
30
Wild weekend
Hotels
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
29
Affordable hotels
29
All-in-one resorts
25
B&Bs/Inns
11
Big-name luxury hotels
4
Business hotels
22
Stylish boutique hotels
Nightlife
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
19
Cocktail hour
26
Live music/concerts and bands
18
Singles/bar scene
Culture
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
8
Classical music
1
Historical sites/monuments
1
Museums/galleries
9
Theater
Shopping
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
25
Antique and vintage shops
25
Independent boutiques
17
Luxury stores
Food/Drink/Restaurants
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
14
Big-name restaurants
13
Cafes
12
Ethnic food
26
Farmers' markets
23
Neighborhood joints
Quality of Life and Visitor Experience
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
18
Cleanliness
21
Environmental friendliness
8
Noteworthy neighborhoods
25
Peace and quiet
12
People-watching
10
Public parks and outdoor access
2
Public transportation and pedestrian-friendliness
21
Safety
13
Skyline/views
20
Weather
Airports
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
23
Design & Functionality (architecture, layout, signage)
29
Entertainment (spas, kid zones, complimentary Wi-Fi, etc.)
26
Food & drink (restaurants, bars, snack and coffee shops)
26
Lounges
21
On-time arrivals/departures
27
Shopping
23
Staff efficiency (security and luggage handling)
13
Transportation (to/from & within)
Holiday Travel
ACCORDING TO VISITORS
16
Spring Break
18
Summer Vacation
24
Thanksgiving
20
Winter
People
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
18
Athletic/active
27
Attractive
8
Diverse
29
Friendly
3
Intelligent
28
Stylish
Type of Trip
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
29
Active/adventure vacation
22
Affordable getaway
3
Cultural getaway
6
Family vacation
29
Relaxing retreat
30
Romantic escape
30
Wild weekend
Hotels
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
28
Affordable hotels
29
All-in-one resorts
25
B&Bs/Inns
15
Big-name luxury hotels
15
Business hotels
23
Stylish boutique hotels
Nightlife
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
18
Cocktail hour
28
Live music/concerts and bands
21
Singles/bar scene
Culture
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
12
Classical music
2
Historical sites/monuments
1
Museums/galleries
12
Theater
Shopping
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
28
Antique and vintage shops
28
Independent boutiques
18
Luxury stores
Food/Drink/Restaurants
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
24
Big-name restaurants
29
Cafes
12
Ethnic food
21
Farmers' markets
23
Neighborhood joints
Quality of Life and Visitor Experience
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
18
Cleanliness
21
Environmental friendliness
10
Noteworthy neighborhoods
28
Peace and quiet
18
People-watching
12
Public parks and outdoor access
2
Public transportation and pedestrian-friendliness
21
Safety
20
Skyline/views
24
Weather
Airports
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
17
Design & Functionality (architecture, layout, signage)
30
Entertainment (spas, kid zones, complimentary Wi-Fi, etc.)
21
Food & drink (restaurants, bars, snack and coffee shops)
27
Lounges
20
On-time arrivals/departures
22
Shopping
19
Staff efficiency (security and luggage handling)
5
Transportation (to/from & within)
Holiday Travel
ACCORDING TO RESIDENTS
17
Spring Break
21
Summer Vacation
28
Thanksgiving
20
Winter
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