Get Ready For The Latest Exciting Travel Trends For 2025

2024 has been a record-breaking year for travel in many destinations and this will likely continue into 2025. However, travelers can learn some of the major travel trends for next year according to some of the biggest names in travel, according to Hilton and SmartFlyer. Read on to get excited for the coming New Year 2025 and learn the freshest ways to experience next year’s trends now.

What are the latest travel trends for New Year 2025?

Travel Trend: Culinary Tourism

According to Hilton’s 2025 annual trends report, 20 percent of travelers seek out new culinary experiences. This makes food travel big business for foodies in 2025.

One of the best ways to experience culinary tourism at its best is to visit the website of Traveling Spoon. Meanwhile, Traveling Spoon won the Tour Innovator award at the 2024 Arival & TourReview Spotlight Awards.

The category celebrates tour operators who demonstrate innovative approaches and offer creative itineraries, setting them apart from traditional offerings. Traveling Spoon was founded in 2013 to connect travelers and foodies to private food experiences including everything from home-cooked meals to cooking lessons with personally vetted hosts.

The tour operator’s mission is to create meaningful travel connections while preserving food traditions. Meanwhile, this also provides income for food producers around the globe by connecting travelers directly with hosts. This method ensures that each host receives the majority of the tourism dollar. Moreover, Traveling Spoon has launched 150 online cooking classes led by home cooks, along with producer tours and outdoor experiences.

On that note, 2024 saw Traveling Spoon adding new destinations. This gives travelers access to off-the-beaten-path culinary experiences. It now offers private experiences in 233 cities in 70 countries around the world. Co-founders Aashi Vel and Steph Lawrence have identified where travelers will be eating in 2025. Among the trending destinations are the Azores, Buenos Aires, France’s Provence region and Seattle, USA.

Travel Trend: Overlooked Destinations

According to SmartFlyer’s 2025 trends report, travelers are seeking cachet when they travel, not cliché, and achieve that by going where no one else is going.

Meanwhile, travel planning company Naya Traveler recommends three overlooked destinations in the world to visit in 2025. Moreover, each boasts a rich tapestry of culture, history, and natural beauty, placing them as great choices for discerning travelers looking for unique adventures next year as follows:

Cambodia

Located in Southeast Asia, Cambodia offers the architectural wonder of Angkor Wat, captivating travelers with deep spiritual roots and vibrant history. Moreover, nature lovers visit the serene Tonie Sap Lake, the country’s remote jungles and pristine islands, like Koh Rong. Meanwhile, the colonial capital of Phnom Penh is a worthy visit for culture and dining. Despite Cambodia’s tragic history, its resilience and cultural wealth make it an iconic destination to explore in 2025.

Kashmir and Ladakh in India

Heading to India, Kashmir and Ladakh are two of the Asian country’s most beautiful regions. However, they are often overlooked when compared to frequently visited locations like Goa, Kerala or Rajasthan.

Nestling between the Himalayas and Karakoram ranges, both regions offer dramatic landscapes, including serene lakes, lush green valleys, high-altitude deserts and ancient monasteries. Travelers can visit the historic Mughal Gardens of Srinagar, meet artisans and trek the awe-inspiring Nubra Valley.

Naya Traveler’s personalized itineraries offer first-hand expertise and intimate knowledge focused on exclusive insider experiences. Moreover, these bring back purpose and value to travel, offering a unique space to discover a destination through the knowledge of those who know it best. Naya Traveler joins forces with exceptional local hosts and expert guides in each destination, including artists, historians, ethnographers, chefs and more.

Travel Trend: Hotels are back

Hilton’s 2025 annual trends report reveals that luxury travelers are on the rise, especially for those under 60 years of age.

For example, luxury travelers seeking a top experience in the Caribbean need look no further than Calabash Cove Resort and Spa. This luxury property is among the most popular all-inclusive, boutique hotels in Saint Lucia, a Caribbean destination offering beauty, seclusion and mesmerizing views.

Saint Lucia boasts almost 20,000 new hotel rooms, increased air travel from the US and exciting projects for a cruise port expansion, showing it is a luxury escape on the rise. However, Calabash Cove Resort and Spa keeps accommodations intimate, while blending old Caribbean charm with modern luxurious resort amenities.

Among the highlights of the resort are the Windsong Restaurant and lively C-Bar, overlooking the resort’s infinity pool, and the peaceful Ti Spa. Guests will experience personalized attention, while the culinary team at the restaurant accommodates any dietary needs and personal requests, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free, and more.

Meanwhile, the unconditional all-inclusive includes all meals and beverages, room service, daily food specials, premium drinks, and a stocked in-room bar with full-size bottles. Moreover, there are more than 20 wines from the wine list for all meals, gratuities, tips and Wi-Fi are included.

Guests at Calabash Cove can also enjoy the small Cybex cardiovascular fitness center, plus kayaks, paddle boards and snorkeling gear included free of charge.

Start making plans for a vacation based on these travel trends to enjoy a trip of a lifetime in 2025.