The world's most visited places – An analogy to help you plan your itinerary

With 37.7 million tourists visiting the country in 2017, United Kingdom ranks high on the list of most visited places. The capital – London is a favoured tourist destination for its attractions such as the Tower of London, London Eye and the River Thames. History, culture, infrastructure and fully-fledged tourist facilities are some other justifications of its status as one of the most visited.

The UK is a constitutional monarchy – one of the longest surviving monarchies – which is ruled by the oldest monarch in the world, Queen Elizabeth II. The Royal Residence – Buckingham Palace – is situated in London which adds to the cultural allure of the city.

Among its most captivating attractions are fifty UNESCO Heritage Sites. In addition, its dynamic history and culture are two other elements that draw tourists to the country from all over the world – according to studies, in 2017, Italy was visited by 58.3 million tourists – a statistic that remains virtually unchanged to date. The Roman monuments with the countenance of the Renaissance period hold the visitors in awe. Ancient architecture, impressive art and culture are Italy's most valued possessions.

Once you've visited this amazing nation, you are going to want to go there for a second time. What with the tallest building, the water fountain and theme parks, the primary attraction, of course, in Dubai. But, with a whopping number of 5-star hotels in Abu Dhabi, the capital city contend shoulder to shoulder with Dubai. The record-breaking number of 15.8 million visitors in 2017 were accommodated in hotels such as Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara, and all the visitors were treated to local and international culinary delights. With an ever-increasing number of tourists, UAE continues to maintain its status as one of the leading tourist destinations in the world.

For those seeking to escape the harsh winter, Thailand is a haven of tropical climate with abundant sunlight. There were approximately 32 million tourists who visited the country in 2017, and according to estimates, they have contributed to the country's economy by generating income that comes up to about 20 % of the national GBP. The shopping malls, the vibrant nightlife scene and the excellent cuisine are some of the many drawcards of Thailand.

Tourism is one of the main sectors of income generating sources in the US as well as an industry providing employment to a considerable number of people. There is a vast array of attractions appealing to its visitors – some of the much favoured are Yellowstone National Park, the Great Canyon and vibrant cities such as Las Vegas and New York. The majority of the tourists are from the United Kingdom, Mexico and Canada.

Situated in North America, Mexico is a country with a highly varied climate. There are regions where you can enjoy the tropical climate as well as areas with a slightly mild climate. Most of Mexico's visitors happen to be from Europe – however, for the past few years, there has been substantial growth in the number of tourists visiting from Asian countries. Chapultepec Castle, Palace of Fine Arts, the National Museum of Anthropology, and the Floating Gardens are some of the major attractions that draw tourists to the country.

Tourism plays a vital role in regards to the Singaporean economy. In 2017, it was estimated that around 17 million travellers visited Singapore which is three times the population of the country. In terms of safety, Singapore is quite sound as the crime rate is pretty low. Also, there are no communicational barriers as English is the language spoken by the majority. The best time to visit is in February and during April & July. Singapore Botanical Gardens, Sentosa, Merlion, Singapore Flyer and Chinatown are a few of many attractions that have won the hearts of its visitors.