In a groundbreaking expansion of its influential platform, 50 Best Discovery has announced the addition of over 600 esteemed venues, including restaurants, bars, and hotels, spanning over 100 new cities and towns worldwide. This remarkable update, the first since introducing The World’s 50 Best Hotels in 2023, ushers in an unprecedented global culinary and hospitality excellence era.
The latest refresh brings the total count on 50 Best Discovery to over 3,200 select establishments, offering discerning travellers, diners, and cocktail enthusiasts a meticulously curated guide to the world’s finest hospitality experiences. This expansion enriches the platform and firmly establishes 50 Best Discovery as a leading global reference point in the hospitality sector.
Key to the platform’s unparalleled authority is its unique selection process. The establishments featured on 50 Best Discovery are chosen based on votes from more than 3,000 members of the Academy, renowned experts in their respective local restaurant, bar, and hotel scenes. This ensures that recommendations on 50 Best Discovery are not merely listings but endorsements by the world’s most knowledgeable connoisseurs in global hospitality.
The addition of over 240 hotels to the platform, following the inaugural list of The World’s 50 Best Hotels in 2023, is particularly noteworthy. This expansion heralds a new chapter in the platform’s history, underscoring its commitment to providing comprehensive insights into the luxury hospitality realm.
Among the newly added venues, several global hotspots have made a significant impact. In Italy, Milan sees the inclusion of establishments like Villa d’Este, Nik’s & Co., and Bentoteca, while Como’s Passalacqua and Positano’s Le Sirenuse add to the country’s luxurious hotel offerings. France’s culinary scene is bolstered with Nîmes’ Rouge and Parisian restaurants Mosuke and Le Voltaire. Additionally, Animalón in Valle de Guadalupe and Huniik in Mérida represent Mexico’s rich gastronomy.
Asian hospitality also surges with new entries, including Japan’s bars like Top Note in Hiroshima and Bar Savant in Nara and Southeast Asia’s luxury hotels such as Thailand’s Six Senses Yao Noi and Indonesia’s Bawah Reserve. Furthermore, Queenstown, New Zealand, marks its presence with Rosewood Matakauri.
Nairobi’s Beit e Selam and Johannesburg’s Marble highlight Africa’s diverse offerings. Botswana’s Xigera and Rwanda’s Singita Kwitonda Lodge make their debut alongside South African gems like Singita Kruger National Park. The United States is not left behind, with New York bars like Milady’s and Superbueno leading the charge, complemented by Chicago’s Meadowlark and Seattle’s The Doctor’s Office.
This expansive addition to 50 Best Discovery redefines the landscape of global hospitality and provides an authoritative, expert-led guide to the world’s most exceptional dining and lodging experiences. For those eager to explore these unparalleled venues, visit www.theworlds50best.com/discovery for more information.
Written by: Supaporn Pholrach (Joom)
