Lonely Planet say: "Unfettered by tourist crowds, Panama’s natural gifts shine. Although most backpackers to Central America set their sights on tourist-soaked Costa Rica and Guatemala, it’s hard to shake the feeling in Panama that you’re in on a secret the rest of the traveling world has yet to discover."

With renowned cultural treasures, world-class boutique hotels and deserted beaches, Myanmar has long been high on intrepid travelers’ wish lists. With the boycott lifted following Ms. Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar makes the top 10 list.

Olympics 2012... need I say any more?

Coming into its own as an upscale safari destination and with Mount Kilimanjaro, it is a great tropical destination.

Lhasa is a highly desired destination due to it's high altitude and remoteness, interesting culture and history as well as its mysterious Tibetan religion.

Lonely Planet say: "Habana is a one-off. Sitting pretty as the Caribbean’s largest and most vivacious city, its romantic atmosphere and infectious energy are the stuff of legend. Where else do you find vintage American cars running off Russian Lada engines, ration shops juxtaposed against gleaming colonial palaces, and revolutionary sloganeering drowned out by all-night parties?"

With hip arts scene, Mediterranean climate, world-class attractions, abundant parks and vibrant waterfronts, historic architecture, palate-tempting restaurants, bustling nightlife, action-packed pro sports and varied recreation options make for an exciting destination.