Travel + Leisure Says This South Carolina City Is One Of the 25 Favorites In The World
CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA - JUNE 27: Women visit the International African American Museum on June 27, 2023 in Charleston, South Carolina. Open to the public for the first time today, the museum sits on the former site of Gadsden's Wharf, where all Charleston bound slave ships were received during the final 22 months of legal trans Atlantic slave trade in the United States. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images)

I see these travel articles daily naming best city for this or that. And, rarely do I see any of our smaller close by cities in the United States fall on a list for “the world.” But, Travel + Leisure says this South Carolina city is one of the “25 Favorite Cities in the World of 2023.”
And, one of the favorite cities in the world is Charleston, South Carolina. How about that? Among cities named on five continents, Charleston came in at 19. And, according to Travel + Leisure, that makes it the best city in the U.S. for 11 years in a row. Readers gave the city high marks for the cuisine of the region and hospitality.
After surveying its readers, Travel + Leisure found that the favorite country for travelers is Mexico, with 5 cities making the list. Mexico was followed by favorites in Japan, Thailand, Italy and Portugal. So, how did they arrive at the 25 favorite cities in the world list?
It happens every year when the publication surveys their readers. Travel + Leisure asks readers to consider global experiences when it comes to hotels, resorts, islands, airlines and more. And, about 165,000 voters weighed in this year. So, they rated the cities based on a number of things including sights and landmarks, culture, food, friendliness, shopping and value. And, Charleston, South Carolina made the cut!
Quite frankly, I’m not a world traveler. And, some of the faraway lands making the list are some I never knew about. Of course, I am willing to learn! So, make sure you visit Travel + Leisure to see the full list. And, use it as a guide to possibly plan a bucket list of travel. Or, like me go where you can afford to. And, Charleston, South Carolina just might fit that bill for me! I’ve been a couple of times, and I absolutely love it.
South Carolina City One of the Most Underrated Travel Destinations in the U.S.
We all enjoy a trip here and there, that’s no question. But, sometimes when you ask people about their favorite place to visit they name places you would have never thought of. There are so many unique cities and towns to visit across the country. Of course, the most known cities are always a given like New York City, Houston, Atlanta, and others. But, what about those smaller places that you can enjoy just s much?
Reader’s Digest compiled a list of the 14 most underrated travel destinations in the United States. Surprisingly, a South Carolina city made the list. If you’re looking for the perfect getaway that does not consist of a major crowd then this list might be a great place for you to start. Check out this under-the-radar, hidden gems that would be perfect for you to check out!
Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.