Best holiday destinations for 2025

1. Tbilisi  – Georgia

Best for… wine tourism

In March, British Airways  opens a new route to Georgia’s capital Tbilisi. The city is alive with a rich culture, history, picturesque scenery and gastronomy, not to mention being the centre of the country’s wine industry – Georgia has a wine making heritage stretching back some 8,000 years.

2. Miami – USA

Best for... cool sporting events

The Magic City has a busy calendar of events lined up for 2025. Miami is hosting one of Formula One’s six sprint races in May as well as opening the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in June. British Airways  flies daily to the city while we’re also unveiling a brand-new lounge here later in 2025. This completely new space in Miami Airport presents a new lounge design concept.

3. Marbella – Spain

Best for… inviting hotels

One of Spain’s most stylish destinations beguiles visitors year-round with its stunning views and effortless charm. This year sees the opening of three new exciting hotels. ME Marbella Luxury Lifestyle Hotel reopens after an extensive rebrand, the beachfront Don Carlos Leisure Resort & Spa has also been completely reimagined while the Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella,  a ten-minute drive from the enchanting Old Town,  will be unveiled. 

4. Philadelphia – USA 

Best for… high-octane thrills

The Pennsylvanian city will be thrust into the sporting spotlight this year when Franklin Field hosts the Grand Slam Track – headed by legendary sprinter Michael Johnson – which will see many of the world’s fastest athletes race against each other. The City of Brotherly Love holds its own against the likes of New York, abuzz with parks and word-beating museums and galleries.

5. Salerno – Italy

Best for… an authentic taste of Italy

Our brand-new route to the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Salerno, launches in May. This lively alternative to Naples offers sea views, bustling piazzas, historic attractions and a thriving local food scene. It’s a compelling option for those wishing to combine beach time with foodie and cultural sights on the Med.

6. Orlando

Best for… adventurous families

Orlando, Florida, is perfectly primed for lovers of adrenaline-boosting theme parks, relaxing beach days and epic road trips. This year Orlando sees the opening of Universal’s latest thrilling theme park Epic Universe, which paves the way for no fewer than three new hotels, including Universal Stella Nova with its cosmic-inspired rooms, Universal Helios Grand Hotel with unique views of the park and Universal Terra Luna Resort with unparalleled facilities for families.

7. Dubai

Best for… the glitz and glamour

Famous for its mega-architecture, man-made islands and upscale shopping, Dubai has become a byword for effortless glamour  in recent years. The ‘Gulf Tiger’ is set to roar in 2025 with the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, celebrating its 15th birthday, an annual shopping festival that’s been around for 30 years  and the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix delighting Formula One fanatics in December just along the coast. On top of all that British Airways offers three daily flights to Dubai and will open a swanky new lounge in the airport.

8. Toronto – Canada

Best for… entertainment fans

Toronto has long been established as the live entertainment capital of Canada . This year numerous big-ticket events reinforce that reputation, including dates for Kylie Minogue and rapper Kendrick Lamar.  Cheer on local ice hockey team the Maple Leafs and opt for some high rolling dining atop the CN Tower. Take a tour of Niagara Falls  and treat your taste buds in Ontario Wine Country.

9. Olbia – Sardinia

Best for… Heavenly beach escapes

From May 2025, British Airways will serve Olbia Airport from London City. Sardinia’s serene beauty will soon be more accessible thanks to this new route, and you can relax in style at the freshly renovated Romazzino Hotel. Now part of the Belmond  group, the hotel offers stunning seascapes on the Costa Smerelda, exquisite chef-led gastronomy and wellness facilities inspired by nature.

10. Seattle – USA

Best for… Stirring nights out

Celebrating 45 years of travel with British Airways the Pacific Northwest’s biggest and brightest city has a raft of exciting events lined up for 2025. Kicking things off Seattle will host six games in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. On a musical note, the city’s biggest arenas will see concerts by the likes of Teddy Swims, Dua Lipa and Kelsea Ballerini. The celebrations continue with a newly refreshed lounge offering many brand-new features.

11. Tromso – Norway

Best for… winter wonders

British Airways’ most northerly destination began taking direct flights late in 2024 and interest shows no sign of abating. It’s renowned for prime views of the world’s greatest natural light show, the Aurora Borealis, alongside an abundance of snowfall making it the perfect destination for winter activities such as skiing, whale watching and hiking .

12. Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Best for… Skyscape bathing

Malaysia’s invigorating capital returns to British Airways’ route planner in 2025 after a five-year hiatus with daily flights departing from London Heathrow. The city’s offering will be boosted by several new hotel openings, including the Park Hyatt and the Kimpton. 

13. New York

Best for… High living

There’s always something new to discover in the city that never sleeps, and this year is no exception. Golf fans will make a beeline for New York in September when the Ryder Cup swings by the Bethpage State Park, Long Island, while our most searched for destination will celebrate 35 years of British Airways flights to Newark Airport.

14. Rimini – Italy 

Best for… Fun and sun

In May 2025 British Airways launches a new route to Rimini, with three weekly flights. This perennially popular coastal destination on the shallow waters of the Adriatic Sea in Emilia-Romagna combines Roman ruins, sandy beaches and pulsating nightlife. From here you can also explore the tiny republic of San Marino, where you can pound the streets of the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

15. Koh Samui – Thailand

Best for… exotic escapes

Home to turquoise waters, white-sand beaches and luxurious resorts, Koh Samui will get a boost from being the setting for the third season of popular TV show The White Lotus in 2025. British Airways flies direct to Bangkok, an ideal hub for side trips to a bunch of enticing destinations like Phuket and Chiang Mai in Thailand, and Phnom Penh and Siem Reap in Cambodia. 

16. Nashville – USA

Best for… Exotic escapes

Home to turquoise waters, white-sand beaches and luxurious resorts, Koh Samui will get a boost from being the setting for the third season of popular TV show The White Lotus in 2025. British Airways flies direct to Bangkok, an ideal hub for side trips to a bunch of enticing destinations like Phuket and Chiang Mai in Thailand, and Phnom Penh and Siem Reap in Cambodia. 

17. Belek – Turkey

Best for… Golf and wellness

Belek is a Mediterranean resort that’s renowned for its beaches, thermal spas, golf courses and proximity to archaeological sites. The destination benefits from an 18% increase in online searches for nearby Antalya,  fuelled by A-list celebrity sightings and prime live shows from the likes of Dua Lipa and Jennifer Lopez. Belek’s hotel offering has been enhanced this year with the Regnum Carya Golf and Spa Resort’s reopening after an extensive refurb and the opening of sister hotel the luxurious Regnum The Crown, which will boast Turkey’s only adult-only rooftop experience.

18. Vancouver – Canada

Best for… Winter sports

Reaching Canada’s west coast city will get even easier this year with additional flights from June to September taking the total up to three daily departures. The big draw for 2025 is the Invictus Games coming to Whistler in February. This will see new sports in the spotlight including alpine skiing and snowboarding, Nordic skiing and biathlon, skeleton, and wheelchair curling. Meanwhile the opening ceremony will be enlivened by appearances from Katy Perry and Nelly Furtado.

19. Bengaluru – India

Best for… Park life

This year sees the 20th anniversary of flights from London to Bengaluru, hot on the heels of celebrations for a centenary of flights connecting the UK and India. Known as the Garden City of India thanks to its expansive parks and green spaces, the city is expecting the opening of the 19km Namma Metro Yellow Line in 2025, promising to make travel in the city more seamless. Ed Sheeran fans can see him perform here in February as part of his 2025 tour.

20. Washington D.C. – USA

Best for… Iconic attractions

The city of Washington D.C. has been in the spotlight for the inauguration of the new president of course, but there are plenty of reasons to visit year-round. Fans of iconic monuments and vast museums will be spoilt for choice, with attractions ranging from the famous Lincoln Memorial to the huge Library of Congress and historic Georgetown. Those wanting to see the US capital in style in 2025 can enjoy a refreshed and redesigned British Airways lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport.

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