Lonely Planet names Cork as one of best destinations
The world's top tourist guide says the hot places to visit next year are Singapore, Vancouver, Sarajevo - and Cork.
The Lonely Planet has included Cork in its list of the 'Best in Travel 2010'.
Cork's inclusion on the influential list -Lonely Planet's fifth annual collection of the best places to go - will come as a massive boost for tourism in the region.
El Salvador, Germany and Greece are among the best countries in the world to features, but there is no place for Ireland on the list.
The Irish representation comes in the category of top cities - where Cork is listed alongside Abu Dhabi, Istanbul and Singapore.
The guide saying visitors should be able to find inspiration in each city.
