What’s New in Travel for Late 2025?

🌍 Trending Destinations, Travel Shifts & Insider Picks

As we head into the final stretch of 2025 - we see you autumn -, travel is feeling more exciting, thoughtful, and personalised than ever. Whether you're a young couple planning your next adventure or a family dreaming of your next school-holiday escape, here’s a peek into what’s trending — and how to make it yours.

✨ Trending Destinations Worth the Hype

📍 Japan — Autumn in Japan is stealing the spotlight this year. With vibrant foliage, fewer crowds than cherry blossom season, and cultural festivals galore, it’s ideal for couples and culture-curious families.

📍 Portugal’s Alentejo region — Quieter than the Algarve but just as charming. Think rolling vineyards, boutique stays, and beaches without the crowds.

📍 British Columbia, Canada — For soft adventure and jaw-dropping nature. Whale watching, eco-resorts, and scenic rail journeys are drawing in multigenerational travellers.

🌱 Conscious & Eco Travel is Booming

Travellers are thinking beyond luxury — and opting for authenticity, sustainability, and purpose. Expect to see:

• Flight + train combinations instead of flying everywhere

• Stays at eco-conscious lodges and family-run guesthouses

• Carbon offsetting built into holiday packages

It’s not about perfection — it’s about being intentional, and many of my trusted partners now offer greener ways to explore the world.

👨‍👩‍👧 Multigenerational Travel is On the Rise

Families are bringing the grandparents — and loving it! Late 2025 is seeing a sharp rise in holidays designed for all ages:

• Private villa stays with space for everyone

• Cruises with onboard activities for toddlers, teens, and retirees

• Cultural tours that balance sightseeing with downtime

If you’re planning a big family trip, now is the time to start — especially for 2026!

🔍 Experiences Are the New Souvenirs

People want more than poolside — they want to do. Some of the newest and most requested experiences include:

• Private pasta-making in a Tuscan farmhouse

• Sunrise hot air ballooning over the Moroccan desert

• Night safaris in Sri Lanka

• Family wildlife photography workshops in Lapland

🧳 Ready to Travel Smarter?

The final months of the year are the perfect time to plan ahead, snap up shoulder-season deals, and tick off that bucket-list destination you’ve been saving on Pinterest.

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