Look what we can do, Louisville.

Like a popular kid in high school, Louisville's 2023 yearbook is filled with superlatives. Derby City was featured on 42 different "best of" lists this year, and we're breaking down some of our favorites:

A town for all seasons

"Winter, spring, summer or fall, all LOU has to do is call... No matter the time of year, Derby City has something to offer.

“12 Underrated Winter Getaways Across the U.S., According to Travelers” — Explore.com
“The Best Places to Travel in May in the U.S.” — TripAdvisor
“14 Affordable Vacation Destinations for Summer” — Trips to Discover
“21 Best U.S. Cities for Fall Travel”— Travel + Leisure

Galmae-gisal, a traditional pork dish from South Korea, is one of Nami's offerings. | Photo by Tyler Kline (@sound_assembler)

Foodies R' Us

We all know River City has tons of great places to chow down, and the rest of the world is starting to realize that too.

“The Best Food Cities in the U.S.” — Travel + Leisure
“The Most Vegan and Vegetarian-Friendly Cities of 2023” — 24/7 Wall St.

Additionally, 12 local bars + restaurants were individually recognized this year.

Louisville love

You had us at hello.

“10 Most Underrated Romantic Destinations Around the Globe” — Travel Pulse
“47 Romantic Getaways in the U.S. to Fall in Love With” — AAA
“Most Romantic Cities in America” — 24/7 Wall St.

Ballin' out

We'd call racking up these sports accolades a home run. Suggestion for word count.

“The 10 Best U.S. Cities to Visit for Sports Fanatics” — Best Life
“21 Summer Vacation Destinations for Sports Fans” — Sports Engine
“Best Cities for College Basketball Fans” — WalletHub

Skate your heart out. | Photo by Michael Getz

Happy holidays

Santa Claus is comin' to town — and so should you.

“Best Places to Go for Thanksgiving 2023” — WalletHub
“The Best Holiday Travel Destination in Each State” — Travel Pulse
“Best Winter Holiday Destinations 2023” — WalletHub
“Best Cities for New Year's” — WalletHub

Keep Louisville Weird

It wouldn't be Louisville if it wasn't also recognized for being offbeat, would it?

“The Most Hippie Town in All 50 States” — Thrillist