Savannah is ranked No. 4 city in the United States according to the Travel + Leisure  World’s Best Awards 2019 readers’ survey announced yesterday on TravelandLeisure.com/worlds-best. Savannah has been in the top five destinations of the 15-city list since 2016. This year, the destination is ranked above such popular vacation cities as New York City, Chicago and Honolulu.

“Savannah again being recognized by Travel + Leisure Magazine as being one of the top five visitor destinations in the country is a testament to all that our community has to offer our guests,” says Visit Savannah President Joseph Marinelli, “and most gratifying is that this list was decided by readers. From terrific air service, lodging, dining, attractions and tours to spectacular retail offerings, we have the type of experiences that our customers are looking for, but it’s Savannah’s people and spirit of Southern hospitality that really makes the difference in why folks choose to visit Savannah and rank us so high.”

The new survey reveals the top travel destinations and companies in the U.S. and around the globe, from cities and islands to cruise lines, airlines, hotels and more. Cities are rated on sights/landmarks, culture, food, friendliness, shopping, and value.

TOP 15 CITIES IN THE UNITED STATES 2019

1. Charleston, SC

2. Santa Fe, NM

3. New Orleans, LA

4. Savannah, GA

5. New York City, NY

6. Chicago, IL

7. Nashville, TN

8. Asheville, NC

9. Austin, TX

10. Honolulu, HI

11. San Antonio, TX

12. Taos, NM

13. Williamsburg, VA

14. San Francisco, CA

15. Washington, DC