Forbes Travel Guide’s Premier Destinations for 2025

With 2025 set to be brimmed with significant events and remarkable hotel inaugurations in prominent cities, Forbes Travel Guide observes that adventurers are leaning towards more secluded spots and an ongoing emphasis on wellness retreats. Regardless of your travel inspiration—from Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans to Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary—you will discover a destination to explore among Forbes Travel Guide’s top picks for 2025. From Monaco to the Maldives, commence planning your subsequent journey.

The Premier Bucket List Excursions for 2025

Hoping to check off an unforgettable holiday this year? A recent analysis has graded the foremost bucket list journeys worldwide. From an escape to Bali to witnessing the aurora borealis in the Grand Canyon, here are the supreme bucket list activities for 2025.

Top Ski Resorts in Europe for 2025

Whether you are seeking the most stunning ski trails or the finest après-ski treats, these are Europe’s premier ski resorts for 2025, as per European Best Destinations. The leading twelve sites were chosen from nearly 4,000 ski villages and voted on by a panel of approximately 100,000 skiing aficionados. The Adjari ski area in Georgia was highlighted as Europe’s prime ski destination, with Alpe D’Huez and Val Thorens in France completing the top three. It’s all downhill from there.

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TravelWise

What are the safest destinations to visit in 2025? A new analysis from International SOS—a prominent security and health risk management firm—provides essential insights and practical advice for travelers. Among the safest nations to explore this year are Iceland, Finland, Switzerland, and Slovenia along with a number of island states, including the Seychelles and the Marshall Islands.

The Trendiest Restaurants for 2025

While numerous dining awards for 2025 are being bestowed—including new Michelin ratings, La Liste, and the World’s 50 Best—veteran Forbes travel correspondent Ann Abel engaged with several culinary influencers to identify the trendiest dining spots this year. From Australia to Vienna, here’s where to find your forks on the journey.