2017's hottest destinations revealed: Canada, Colombia and NORTH WALES are the best places to visit next year, according to the adventure experts at Lonely Planet

For those who are already dreaming of next year's holiday but find themselves overwhelmed by a deluge of exotic options, help is at hand from the experts at Lonely Planet.

The travel guide company has published its list of the top places to visit in 2017 with Canada crowned the most desirable spot followed by Colombia. For best value Nepal tops the list while the opportunity for adventure travel in North Wales places it high on the best regions list.

Published every October, the list predicts the hottest trends, destinations and experiences, highlighting the top ten countries, cities, regions and best value destinations for the months ahead.

This year's guide deemed Canada the best country thanks to its beautiful scenery, friendly locals, a weak Canadian dollar and exciting fusion food.

Canada celebrates its 150th birthday next year, with a huge number of events slated for the celebrations.

The experts who list the country as a 'giant adventure playground', also recommend taking in at least one of the 46 national parks, along with a visit to either Vancouver, Montreal or Toronto.

Colombia, sitting at number two on the list was lauded for its 'rich tapestry of vibrant culture, nature and hospitality'.

Colombia, sitting at number two on the list was lauded for its ' rich tapestry of vibrant culture, nature and hospitality'. Pictured is Cartagena in Colombia

Finland was awarded third place, with a whole host of events planned for the country's centenary next year, including outdoor concerts, communal culinary experiences and sauna evenings

The Lonely Planet experts say of the country: 'Decades of civil war and violent crime meant Colombian passport stamps were once for hardcore travellers only.

TOP COUNTRIES FOR 2017

1. Canada

2. Colombia

3. Finland

4. Dominica

5. Nepal

6. Bermuda

7. Mongolia

8. Oman

9. Myanmar

10. Ethiopia

'Fast forward to the present day and the lost years seem but a dust speck in Colombia's rear-view mirror.'

Meanwhile, Finland was awarded third place, with a whole host of events planned for the country's centenary next year, including outdoor concerts, communal culinary experiences and sauna evenings.

The guide also reveals the most exciting regions to travel to, with Choquequirao - the last Inca refuge from the conquistadors in Peru coming out on top thanks to a cable car which is set to launch next year.

The experts recommend a visit to Machu Picchu before the crowds start arriving though, with a visit to Choquequirao before the cable car launch.

They say: 'Sit alone and watch woolly clouds unravel around the fingers of the Andes peaks; watch condors ride invisible currents above the ancient Inca residences and admire the roaring Apurimac river as it makes serpentine twists through the sharp, snow-capped teeth of the mountains - this might be your last chance to see an Inca citadel in peace.'

Taranaki in New Zealand was second place thanks to its combination of incredibly natural resources and a powerful arts and cultural scene.