Top 10 Places People Will Be Flying in 2025

Do you feel like it’s time for a change? Perhaps an extra dose of adventure? In 2025, people will be changing it up, as well. From Chiang Mai to Grenada, there are a few hotspots on the map that people will be traveling far and wide to. Whether you have your heart set on the sunny shorelines of the Caribbean or the bustling streets of Bordeaux, here are a few new destinations to add to your wishlist. 

The Balkans

If you feel like you’ve checked most of Europe off your bucket list, you’re not alone. Many of your fellow voyagers are also moving on to newer pastures, particularly The Balkans. Within this lovely group of countries in Eastern Europe, you have places like Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkey. One dip in a Turkish bath will soothe your soul and remind you that the Earth is full of wonder.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Chiang Mai offers a lot of healing, as well, especially given its plethora of world-class resorts. Located in the mountainous northern region of Thailand, you’ll have no shortage of things to do here. Tour the 14th-century Buddhist temple Wat Phra Singh. Check out the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar for local crafts. Stroll through the glorious Royal Park Rajapruek. This is an enchanting land, and if you’ve made it this far, see if you can extend your stay further south on the sunny shorelines of Singapore. 

The Faroe Islands, Denmark

If you have a sea-faring streak in you, you might want to add the Faroe Islands to your 2025 travel list. As an archipelago in the North Atlantic near Norway, Iceland, and Scotland, it will connect you to each of these beautiful countries, especially if you board a ferry from either of these locales. You can easily head for Tórshavn or Havn, the capital city. Take in the sights at Tórshavn Cathedral. Walk along the water and marvel at the many wooden houses from the 16th and 17th centuries that tell the tales of old. 

Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh seems to grow in popularity, year after year. So, if you’ve taken your ferry to the Faroe Islands from Scotland, save some time for Edinburgh further south. Home to the World Pipe Band Championships and Harry Potter’s creation story, there’s so much to see and do here. Take a tour of the castle, built in 1103 AD. Walk the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Sip some tea in any number of world-famous tea houses, such as The Ivy On The Square. Stay at a cool boutique hotel like The Witchery. In addition to all that, here are 20 things to do throughout your stay in this misty, magical city. 

Galway City, Ireland

Just across the Irish Sea, you can continue your Celtic journey in the beautiful city of Galway. Located on the West Coast, you’ll enjoy a lovely car or bus ride across the country to some of the region’s prettiest lands. Galway City is a mecca for Irish artists of all kinds – theatrical, musical, and literary. Take a stroll down Quay Street, the pedestrian-only lane brimming with restaurants, pubs, cafes, and boutiques. The Irish music is constantly floating through the air, and the shop clerks and restauranteurs will make you feel right at home. While you’re on the West Coast, be sure to continue your journey with 10 more of these coastal treasures. 

Bordeaux, France

If you’ve been there and done that, when it comes to Paris, plan to take a two-hour train journey from The City of Lights to Bordeaux. Sure, the wineries in the region produce some of the finest reds in the world. But the city of Bordeaux is spectacular in its own right. The Cathédrale Saint-André de Bordeaux is a stunning piece of architecture dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. Every meal, cup of coffee, and sip of wine will dazzle and delight you throughout your stay in this fair city. 

Grenada, The Caribbean

A cruise to the Caribbean will never go out of style. If you can find one that stops in Grenada, you’ll dock on heaven’s doorstep. With black sand beaches, waterfalls, and hiking paths galore, you might want to stay here longer than a cruise ship stop. There are plenty of all-inclusive resorts that will help you savor your time on Grenada time. Annandale Falls, in particular, is an easy hike to a beautiful site where you can swim the day away. 

Sardinia, Italy

If you’ve already seen the sights of Santorini or Corfu, let’s island hop over to another beauty on the Mediterranean. Sardinia is actually the second largest island on the Sea, so it’s been popular for ages. With mountainscapes and seascapes galore, it’s safe to say this island pretty much has it all. Here, it’s all about trying the local food and wine, in between dips into the pristine waters of this beautiful island. 

Maui, Hawaii

Maui as a 2025 traveling fad? Hasn’t it always been popular? The truth is, the tourism industry still hasn’t fully rebounded since the wildfires in Lahaina in 2023. So, you’ll still find steals and deals on accommodations and activities all across the island. With stunning sea life and magnificent beaches, you don’t need much more beyond a comfortable beach chair. If you can treat yourself to something truly spectacular, see if you can book into the Grand Wailea for an all-inclusive delight. 

Cape Town, South Africa

With welcoming locals, stunning natural beauty, and an eclectic food scene, who could ask for anything more? The beautiful shorelines along Robben Island and colorful houses in Bokaap are chart-toppers. Then, there are the downtown delights on Long Street. So, when you’re ready for a change of scenery from all of nature’s glory, do make a point to stroll down Long Street. It’s a popular hangout for the bohemians at heart, lined with a bounty of coffee shops, bookstores, and plenty of enjoyable restaurants and bars. 

Where Will You Go? 

What does 2025 have in store for you? Will it be a stroll down Quay Street in Galway or Long Street in Cape Town? Wherever the winds of fate take you, we have a destination guide on tap to help you craft the itinerary of your dreams. Here’s hoping we get to greet you in Grenada someday!