The much anticipated Lonely Planet list of the best countries to visit in 2016 has been released, and Resource Travel has compiled some incredible photos that will encourage you to add at least some of these countries to your photography bucket list. Coming in at the top spot is Botswana, a country in Southern Africa. Having briefly driven through Botswana, I can see why this is at the top of the list. The country has some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the world, most of which will gladly pose in front of the camera for you. Add to that the awe-inspiring seasonal Okavango Delta, and it's easy to see why Botswana was the surprise winner this year.

#1 – Botswana

#2 – Japan

View the other countries and the beautiful photos that will have you searching for airfare over on Resource Travel.