The holidays are right around the corner and now is the perfect time to start planning your end- of -the-year getaways. And if you are a millennial, this is the ideal time to learn about the best places to visit during the holidays. Holidu, a European-based travel search engine, released its 2022 Best Cities For Millennial travelers index. The research shows cities worldwide that best suit millennials’ travel destinations.

The index found that 71% of millennials use Instagram at least once a week and base their trips around the city’s food scene.

Holidu’s study ranked cities that are considered the most “Instagrammable”, have the most national dishes ranked in the top 100 and are the most family-friendly.

In fact, according to the US tourism industry, Millennials travel more than other generations. Expedia says that US Millennials travel 35 days per year, compared to 26 days for Generation X; 27 days for Baby Boomers; and 29 days for Generation Z.

The average budget of Millennials is slightly below the annual travel spend of Generation X or Baby Boomers.

Here are the top 5 best cities in the world for millennial travelers, according to Holidu:

1. Paris, France

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According to Holidu, Paris deserves to be the top spot because the city is incredibly Instagrammable for an ideal holiday destination.

The French capital is home to one of the world’s most iconic landmarks and has been hashtagged over 137 million times on Instagram.

Paris is also a great foodie destination. Also, the City of Light offers a deep and interesting Black heritage.

Some of the most Instagrammable places in Paris

The Eiffel Tower

The Louvre Museum

Palais Royal

Arc De Triomphe

Moulin Rouge

Sacre Couer

Latin Quarter

Champs Elysées

Disneyland

2. Barcelona, Spain

 

Like Paris, Barcelona also serves

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as a delicious destination for foodie travellers. It ranks with Paris with a score of 2 of the ‘100 best traditional dishes’, according to Holidu.

Millennials will be able to enjoy Spanish delights such as Gambas Al Ajillo and Paella de Mariscos.

This Spanish city is highly Instagrammable, with its hashtag being used in over 68 million Instagram posts to date.

Barcelona is home to some of Spain’s most recognisable sights in Europe.

Some of the most Instagrammable places in Barcelona

The Sagrada Familia

Park Güell

Barcelona Cathedral.

Palau de la Musica Catalana.

Camp Nou.

Bunkers del Carmel.

Playa de la Barceloneta.

Magic Fountain of Montjuic.

3. Madrid, Spain

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Madrid took third place for Millenials to visit.

Most bars and restaurants in the city are millennial-friendly. For Instagrammers, the city offers numerous museums and other places.

Some of the most Instagrammable places in Madrid:

Plaza Mayor

Tabacalera

Okuda and Bordalo

ABC Museum

CaixaForum

Capricho

Rosaleda del Parque del Oeste

Real Jardín Botánico

Parque de las Siete Tetas

 

4. New York, United States

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New York ranked 4th on the list of  2022 Best Cities For Millennials. The Big Apple can be an overwhelming place to navigate, especially when you are short on time.

Some of the most Instagrammable places in NYC.

Top of the Rock

New York Botanical Garden

The Brooklyn Bridge

Times Square

Grand Central Terminal

 

5. Miami

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Miami is known as a melting pot of diverse cultures, flavorful food, artistic innovations, and a trendy nightlife.

This makes the South Florida city one of the most popular vacation spots in the world.

With two international airports as well as train and bus terminal access from multiple cities, there are several options to visit from wherever you are in the world.

Some of the most Instagrammable places in Miami:

Ocean Drive,

Key Biscayne Beach.
Sunny Isles Pier.
Calle Ocho.
South Pointe Pier.
Wynwood Walls.
Venetian Bridge.