Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2014 - top 10 countries

Antarctica

These 10 countries are destined for an epic year, whether they’re hosting festivals, cutting the ribbon on new attractions or simply raising their game for travellers. Feast your eyes on 2014's most unmissable destinations.

1. Brazil - All eyes on the pitch for 2014’s World Cup

2. Antarctica - The adventure of a lifetime

3. Scotland - An eventful year

4. Sweden - Food, culture and scary stories

5. Malawi - The Big Five and beach life without the crowds

6. Mexico - The sleeping giant is waking

7. Seychelles - Paradise within reach

8. Belgium - High emotions in Europe's underrated gem

9. Macedonia - Back to the future, Balkan-style

10. Malaysia - A revitalised Malaysia goes back to business

via Lonely Planet (all details)