The places everyone will be talking about in 2025 are here! These destinations are set to define the year in travel.
Whether you’re chasing culture, experiences, or your favorite author, let these locations and trends inspire your next adventure!
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A City 750 Years in the Making
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Amsterdam’s 750th birthday celebration is already underway! From neighborhood gatherings to cultural events, 2025 is THE year to visit Amsterdam.
Love art? Don’t miss the Happy Birthday Exhibit at the H’ART Museum, where 75 artists celebrate the city’s rich cultural heritage and artistic legacy.
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Milestone Moments in Catalonia
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2025 is a landmark year for the Sagrada Família, as the central tower – its tallest yet! – will be completed with a stunning cross and visitor access.
This is a rare chance to witness Gaudí’s masterpiece in its final transformative phase in 2026.
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Don’t miss this new video with our favorite examples of Barcelona’s architecture, past and present!
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Travel Predictions
Smaller destinations & hotspots we predict will reach new heights this year:
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Parisian Perspectives
Paris is buzzing as Notre Dame reopens! Join us to explore what this means for travelers, plus learn unique tips for first-timers and seasoned visitors. Join us January 30th, 2025 at 12 PM ET (9 AM PT / 6 PM CET) with special guests: Marcus & Chelsey from @voyagewithmc and Jennifer Dombrowski from @luxeadventuretrvlr.
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Jane Austen’s Birthday Bash
Cities across the UK are celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th birthday in style:
- Bath: The city that inspired much of her work will host the Jane Austen Festival with parades, etiquette classes, and Regency dance lessons.
- Hampshire: Austen’s birthplace and cottage-turned-museum (pictured here) are must-visits.
- London: Expect themed tours through Austen’s favorite haunts – and an exhibit at the British Library showcasing her enduring influence!
Discover more about Bath in our blog post on day trips from London.
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2025 Trend Watch with Walks Managing Director, Roisin O’Sullivan
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“We’ve definitely seen a growing interest in nighttime tours. Tours like Alone in the Duomo, Closing Time at the Louvre and Pristine Sistine at Closing Time offer the chance to experience iconic sites at a quieter time, away from the daytime crowds...
Nothing truly compares to walking through the Florence cathedral completely alone and watching the key master close the doors for the day.”
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