Durban, South Africa, has been named one of the 19 must-see destinations for 2019, in the recently-released British Airways’ annual travel predictions.

The city features for the first time on the list, and is described by the airline as “a tropical, urban gem offering upmarket guesthouses, trendy bars and stylish restaurants overlooking the azure ocean and sweeping beaches,” in a media statement.

According to the carrier, the list is shaped by highly-anticipated events and new routes.

Managing Director of British Airways Holidays, Claire Bentley, said: “Holiday-makers are always looking for top tips to explore the latest and coolest destinations. Our shortlist plays a part in the detailed planning for our new routes in the year again as we sift through scores of destinations around the world to find out where are our customers are planning to go, and which up-and-coming cities to add to our worldwide network.”

Seychelles also features in the Top 19 list.

Bentley concludes: “Our travel experts review each and every destination to determine the next breakout place to visit, and we have a brilliant mix of new and everyday popular destinations that we believe will be big for 2019.”