1. Cape Town
What makes us great: Where else can you spend a single day <a t encounter lions, this innovative excursion through the Durbanville Wine Valley offers a true culinary adventure. After returning to the city, make your way to the Time Out Market at the V&A Waterfront to sample a variety of distinct South African flavors.
The big numbers: Cape Town achieved impressive scores across all categories. Ninety-five percent of residents rated the city’s culinary scene highly, 82 percent described Cape Town as beautiful, and an incredible 97 percent of locals stated that their city brings them happiness.