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Top TripAdvisor spot for Brighton & Hove

Brighton & Hove named one of the best tourist locations in the world by users of travel website TripAdvisor.

Royal Pavilion Brighton

Brighton & Hove features twice in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice™ awards for Destinations on the Rise for 2016.

The awards highlight destinations that have seen the greatest increase in positive feedback and interest from the TripAdvisor community, each year.

Brighton & Hove is the only UK location included in the category for the top ten destinations ‘on the rise’ in the world for 2016, ranking sixth out of 10.

In the category for the top ten destinations on the rise in Europe, the city ranks even higher in third place, just above the only other UK entry which is Liverpool.

Cllr Warren Morgan

Cllr Warren Morgan, leader of Brighton & Hove City Council, said: “I am delighted, but not surprised, that Brighton & Hove is recognised among the best in world by travellers from the UK and overseas. The Award highlights the fantastic work by thousands across the city who work in tourism, culture, restaurants and entertainment to deliver an excellent service to the 11 million plus visitors who come here each year. As we know, Brighton & Hove truly is a ‘Destination on the Rise’ in 2016; not just with the opening of the British Airways i360, but also the 50th anniversary of the Brighton Festival and continued development of the city’s accommodation and major infrastructure.”

Barbara Messing

Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor, added: “Our well-travelled community has helped us identify the destinations around the world that are gaining in interest and popularity. We hope these destinations inspire those planning their travel for 2016 to book trips to these locales that feature excellent hotels, restaurants and attractions, and also provide a great holiday value.”

For a list of all of the Travellers’ Choice award-winning Destinations on the Rise for 2016, click here:

 

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