Every year, Travel + Leisure readers get a chance to weigh in on what they think are the best cities in the world. For 2017, they selected San Miguel de Allende in Mexico, which the magazine describes as a Colonial treasure. <\/p>\n
And then theres this tip: For one of the best views of the city, make a reservation at the Rosewood San Miguel de Allendes Luna Rooftop Tapas Bar. <\/p>\n
Its not the only Mexican city to land in the top 15 in the Worlds Best Awards 2017. Oaxaca came in at No. 6. <\/p>\n
The magazine notes online that readers rated cities on their sights and landmarks, culture, cuisine, friendliness, shopping, and overall value. <\/p>\n
The rest of the readers international selections, in order, are Charleston, S.C., the top U.S. city for the fifth straight year; Chiang Mai, Thailand; Kyoto, Japan; Florence, Italy; Oaxaca; Mexico; Hoi An, Vietnam; Cape Town, South Africa; Ubud, Indonesia; Luang Prabang, Laos; Santa Fe, N.M.; Rome; Siem Reap (gateway to the Angkor Wat ancient temple complex); Udaipur, India; and Barcelona, Spain. <\/p>\n
In the U.S., one California city and four in the West made the top 15. After Charleston and Santa Fe, top cities, in order, include Savannah, Ga.; New Orleans; Nashville; Honolulu; New York City; Austin, Texas; Asheville, N.C.; San Antonio, Texas; San Francisco; Chicago; Williamsburg, Va.; Boston; and Portland, Ore. <\/p>\n
Some other top destinations: Palawan, Philippines, was named worlds best island, and Schloss Elmau, Elmau, Germany, best destination spa. <\/p>\n
Travel + Leisure readers also ranked hotels, airports, car-rental companies and other travel services. Check out all the ranking at the magazines website. <\/p>\n
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