Known for our great craic and friendly faces, it is no surprise that four Northern Ireland towns have been named within the top nine welcoming places to visit in the UK.
Enniskillen has topped the list for the third year in a row based on the share of properties receiving one of Booking.com's Traveller Review Awards in 2022.
Not far behind the Co Fermanagh favourite in third place and sixth place were Co Antrim coastal spots Ballycastle and Bushmills, with Newcastle in Co Down sneaking into the top in joint ninth place.
The full list of the most welcoming towns and cities in the UK:
- Enniskillen -County Fermanagh
- Kirkwall -Orkney
- Ballycastle - County Antrim
- Lerwick -Shetland Islands
- Wick - Highlands
- Bushmills - County Antrim
- Douglas - Isle of Man
- Frome - Somerset
- Newcastle - County Down / Glastonbury - Somerset /Kelso - Scottish Borders
The most welcoming destinations were calculated by the total share of Traveller Review Award 2022 recipients when compared to the total amount of eligible properties which had to have at least 50 award recipients to be included in the list and were sorted by the highest share of winners per location.
Booking.com said: "Located almost exactly in the centre of Northern Ireland, Enniskillen is rich in history and surrounded with picturesque scenery, watersides and natural beauty.
"Serving as the ideal base to explore the wonderful charm of County Fermanagh, guests will not be disappointed by the range of places to visit and experience.
"From the many impressive castles and museums to tasteful galleries and cosy cafes, you will be able to sense Enniskillen’s unique character and special atmosphere everywhere you go."
Ryan Pearson, Regional Manager for Booking.com, commented: "Over the last year we’ve seen passion and dedication from our partners to create safe and welcoming travel experiences for everyone all over the world, despite the continued uncertainty.
"Looking ahead to the future with renewed optimism and hope, with these awards we want to recognise the incredible hospitality our partners deliver to travellers each and every day and thank them for their amazing efforts as we continue to rebuild together."
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