14 Dec 2017
On December 5th Travel + Leisure magazine released it's annual 'The World's Best Awards.' The most beautiful islands, cities, hotels, cruise lines, airports and more are chosen by the readers and compiled. The Idaho Tourist Office is proud that the capital city of Boise has been named one of the 50 best cities to visit in 2018.
Every year, the editors of Travel + Leisure tip the most beautiful holiday destinations for the new travel year. The travel magazine hails the capital of Idaho, Boise, as an innovative city that the traveller simply cannot miss. Visitors can spend the night in renovated and new hotels, enjoy culinary delights in up-and-coming restaurants and discover the flourishing wine industry.
Idaho's capital, formerly known primarily as a destination for conventions, now also attracts the attention of the leisure traveller. Boise's living downtown is proof of this, where the boutique hotel 'Inn at 500' opened last year. In the hotel, Richard's Restaurant, by chef Richard Langston, was nominated for the James Beard Award for Best Chef.
Beer and Wine Industry
Travel + Leisure also indicates that Idaho is becoming more and more interesting for both beer and wine lovers. This year White Dog Brewing opened its doors with a rustic tap room. Idaho is number 10 when it comes to the number of beer breweries per capita in the United States. In addition, it is the second largest barley producer and the third largest hop producer in the USA. The versatility in agriculture gives beer brewers the opportunity to brew a wide variety of beers. The beer lover will find more than 50 breweries here.
For the past 15 years, the Idaho wine industry has grown explosively, with Boise developing into a major hub with many vineyards in the vicinity. In 2002, Idaho only had 11 vineyards, but today there are over 50 vineyards in the state.
Flight Connections
American Airlines recently announced a new non-stop service from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago. Southwest Airlines offers a non-stop flight from San Diego, making it easy for travellers to visit Idaho.
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For more information, please contact Hannah Beeching: hbeeching@aviareps.com.
Notes to Editors
Idaho is ideal for family travellers, outdoor enthusiasts, adventure seekers, or those just looking for a relaxing getaway. A year-round destination, wherever you choose to explore in this magnificent state, you will find spectacular scenery, fun things to do and friendly, helpful people. You will also find a place that is unhurried, unspoiled and unassuming. Adjacent to Washington and Oregon in the Pacific Northwest, Idaho stretches from the top of Nevada and Utah to the Canadian border. The beautiful state has a variety of landscapes – from forests to desert and rugged mountains to broad farmlands.
Over 30 Scenic Byways across the state pave the way to adventure. Idaho offers unspoiled nature, white-water rafting, ranching experiences, Native American culture, biking, golf and wineries, spring through fall. Winter offers mountain sports with blue skies, sunshine and powder snow in a variety of destination resorts including Sun Valley. Powwows, rodeos, cultural celebrations and festivals fill the calendar with a variety of interesting choices.
