Fodor's Go List: Top 21 Places to Go in 2012

Trying to figure out where to take your next big vacation? Fodor's has you covered. Our curated list of the year's hottest places to travel is bound to inspire you to book a trip—fast.

Fodor's Go List: Top 21 Places to Go in 2012 includes Buzzy Destinations, from bustling Milan to family-focused Oahu, as well as Emerging Hotspots, such as Cuba, with its eclectic art scene, and Istria, with its hilltop towns and incredible cuisine.

We also have the scoop on where you'll find Great Values—like in Budapest and Portugal—and locales with upcoming Noteworthy Events, such as London's Summer Olympics and Belfast's Titanic centennial anniversary.

See the full list here and get up-to-the-minute recommendations on restaurants, hotels, top sites, and more, from our online travel guides.

Where are you going this year? Share your 2012 plans below.

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