The 7 Hottest Destinations for Fall Travel

Luxury travel network Virtuoso examined more than $40.7 billion in travel transactions to discover the hottest destinations for fall and holiday travel. Do your fall travel plans make the list? © Laura Facchini - Dreamstime.com

With bookings up 88 percent, Israel is just one of several Middle Eastern destinations in high demand this season. Keeping pace, both Delta Air Lines and United Airlines announced added flights to the country, beginning next summer. © Xantana - Dreamstime.com

Brazilian getaways are up 92 percent this fall. Virtuoso notes Brazil’s popularity for its warm weather combined with distinct cultural experiences. © Steve Allen - Dreamstime.com

The only Caribbean destination on the list, Cayman Islands boasts a 124 percent increase in bookings. The Cayman Islands were particularly popular with U.S. travelers from the Midwest and Southwest. © Ruth Peterkin - Dreamstime.com

Coming in fourth for year-over-year booking growth, India is up by 128 percent. The United States and United Kingdom are India’s largest source markets for tourism and the country is quickly becoming a top destination in South Asia. © Yurataranik - Dreamstime.com

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In second place for largest percentage of growth, Egypt bookings are up by 264 percent. News sources attribute the growth to increased stability and security, as terrorist threats decrease. © Mikael Damkier - Dreamstime.com

In first place for the largest growth in year-over-year bookings among U.S. travelers, Turkey stands at 310 percent. Through August, Istanbul welcomed 7.5 million foreign arrivals, while resort town Antalya welcomed 6.7 million. Current record currency lows give greater value to travelers, who seek out the destination for its unique culture, archaeology and history and mixture of cities and sun-drenched beaches. © Seqoya - Dreamstime.com