(ANSA) - Milan, October 21 - The Lonely Planet travel guide
has added Milan to the top of its list as one of its best cities
in the world to visit next year, thanks to its hosting of the
Expo 2015.
The guide, which suggests travel trends, says Milan will be
one of the best spots to spend time in, ranking it in third spot
just behind the American capital of Washington and the fjords of
Norway.
"We are very flattered but not surprised," said Franco
D'Alfonso, a Milan city councilor with responsibilities for
commerce and tourism.
"In recent years, Milan has in fact become more and more
popular with tourists and maintains the reputation of being an
attractive post for investment and new economic activities,"
added D'Alfonso.
The wide array of countries now building pavilions to
participate in the six-month Expo that opens in May will drawn
millions of visitors to Milan and Italy in general, he added.
The Lonely Planet guide names 10 countries, regions, and
cities to next year's list of the best, including Singapore's
celebrations marking its 50 years of independence.
The theme of Expo is Feeding the Planet, Energy for
Life with the mascot nicknamed Foody representing a world of
foods featuring banana lips, garlic nose, a figgy beard and
pineapple topnot.
Lonely Planet guide adds Milan Expo
Travel recommendations include visit to World's Fair in Italy