Expedia: 50 Top-Rated Vacation Destinations in North America {including Solvang, of course!}

by Lily Rogers | May 10, 2018

Solvang — and Solvang Danish Days — made the cut! The Santa Ynez Valley town is an ideal vacation spot, year-round…but in mid-September, all of the Danish action comes to a celebratory boil during #DanishDays (September 14-16, 2018).

Solvang, California

Examining verified Expedia reviewers’ favorite places

Welcome to our second-annual list of the 50 top-rated destinations! These beloved best vacation spots were chosen by verified Expedia reviewers throughout 2017 and rose to the top of over 4,600 reviewed cities. New places grace the list this year, but tried-and-true winners make their returns, too. Each of these cities received at least 600 reviews and are listed in order of highest-reviewed out of 5—the top ranging from 4.55 to 4.02 stars.

Find your favorites or get inspired to go somewhere new, here’s our list of the top destinations in North America.

12. Solvang, California

What’s not to like about this charming town? Situated in the Santa Ynez Valley along California’s central coast, this Danish village is surrounded by things to do. Wine tasting, horseback riding, theater going, hiking, pastry nibbling—the list is endless. Admire the architecture, windmills, and Little Mermaid sculpture, and if you love festivities, come for events like Solvang Danish Days or Taste of Solvang.

Read the entire article and view the list of “Top 50” North American vacation destinations, here: viewfinder.expedia.com/features/top-rated-vacation-destinations-in-north-america/