1. Lisbon, Portugal
Sunshine. Seafood. A fairy tale fortess on a hill. Ancient neighborhoods and modernist avenues. White sand beaches just minutes from downtown. Lisbon has the climate, the food and the culture to earn its spot among Europe’s great cities.
2. Hong Kong
Check out that skyline. You’ve got skyscrapers, mountains and harbors that together form one of the world’s greatest urban landscapes. Everything is efficient. The street are safe. You can get around the city on pedestrian-only, elevated walkways. There’s also a delicious supply of Char siu bao, or sweet BBQ pork buns. And the travel opportunities: No matter how much you love Hong Kong, sometimes you need a break. Luckily your options include affordable weekend getaways to the Philippines, Thailand and Malaysia. What’s not to love?