Sri Lanka has been ranked top destination for 2019 by Lonely Planet. The Teardrop of India hides surprising attractions, an astonishing nature, fascinating cultures and tropical beaches. Starting from Colombo, Sri Lanka offers activities for all travellers, from adventure-seekers to families. In a nutshell, Sri Lanka goes beyond the classic combo trip with the Maldives.

It's always a good idea to start the New Year right relaxing under the sun of the Maldives, especially from January to April when the wonderful beaches and the crystal clear water gift in advance summer delights.

It's always the perfect time to travel in Thailand, first find out what the weather will be like where you're going. The best time to visit the beautiful places in Andaman Sea, which are Krabi, Phuket and Phi Phi Island, is from January to March and from November to December. The best time to visit Koh Samui is from April to August. And never forget a trip to Bangkok.

Seychelles are the cradle of an unparalleled fauna and flora: nature reserves, tropical forests, giant tortoises and colorful hummingbirds, the coral reef. All made even more fascinating by the Creole culture and tales of treasures hidden by pirates.

Zanzibar, known as the Spice Island, is an affordable destination for a holiday in the Indian Ocean and is warm all year round. Relax on some of the best beaches in the world, dive into stunning snorkeling spots and visit the oldest part of Zanzibar, Stone Town, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Malaysia is a all year round destination as well, depending on the region you want to explore. The best time to visit the West Coast is from January to February and from November to December: here you can find the authentic Malaysian cuisine in Penang, Georgetown, Monkey Beach, Butterfly Farm, Orangutan Island and Langkawi is less than two hours by ferry. The best time to visit the East Coast, the mystical Borneo and Kota Kinabalu is from May to August.    

You should visit Australia at least once in life, but it's worth exploring this amazing country far and wide. For example, the itinerary for your first trip in Australia should include Sydney, the outback around Alice Springs and Ayers Rock, Kangaroo Island near Adelaide. For your next travel you should consider Melbourne and the Great Ocean Road or Perth, the Coral Coast and its backcountry.