7 Bucket-List Destinations For 2025

The Greek islands are perennially idyllic and there is often something new to discover, with hotel openings lining up to showcase an area from a different angle – or to shed light on a relatively undiscovered place. The rugged and rustic island of Tinos – just a 15-minute boat ride from Mykonos – recently welcomed Odera to a peaceful private beach in its dramatic landscape, which is punctuated by sprawling vineyards and olive groves, as well as quintessential, white-washed villages. The understated elegance of the hotel matches the low-key charm of this member of the Cyclades. Interiors are decked in traditional Tinian stonework and marble furnishings, with breathtaking Aegean views providing the most dazzling backdrop. The wellness offering is also extensive, which fits well with the ethos of slowing down, unwinding and soaking up the beauty and relaxed pace of this hidden gem.

If thrilling, otherworldly exploration is on your 2025 agenda, look no further than the ethereal landscape of northeastern Chile’s San Pedro de Atacama – which spans from salt flats and arid desert to volcanoes, geysers and hot springs. Within this spellbinding plain, Our Habitas Atacama is an impeccably designed oasis, with a beautiful outdoor swimming pool and terrace; and rooms, suites, villas and communal spaces that are all adorned with local textiles and furnishings. The restaurant and bar are both highlights, designed to encourage connection with fellow explorers and serving seasonal ingredients – including herbs that honor the tastes of the desert – and championing wood-fired cooking. Adventurous pursuits include hiking, biking, mountaineering and paragliding, but the most mesmerizing of all the opportunities on offer is simply stargazing under the astonishing spectacle of the night sky.

Japan’s major cities have long topped travel bucket lists, but its islands hold equal allure and showcase the country’s vacation versatility (the ultimate might just be a combination trip of city break and beachside escape). A short flight from Tokyo, the Okinawan archipelago pairs crystalline waters with vast swathes of silkily pristine sand. On the dream-worthy island of Miyako, Rosewood Miyakojima is soon to make its Japanese debut, with an ultra-luxury resort that melds into the stunning locale on an out-of-the-way peninsula. The 55 villas will have their own private pools, landscaped gardens and horizon-reaching ocean outlooks – while the hotel’s restaurants maximize on the natural wonder of its setting, celebrating laid-back, beachfront vibes.

For nature aficionados, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest in Rwanda offers a once-in-a-lifetime immersive experience with the regal creatures that give the property its name. Located in the foothills of Volcanoes National Park, the resort allows guests to get close to mountain gorillas amid the astonishing natural beauty of the region, with guided treks through their habitat of misty bamboo forest. Encircled by eucalyptus trees, this outpost of One&Only embraces the spirit of adventure, with individual free-standing treehouses and suites making up the impeccably designed accommodation, which houses local Imigongo art, a library of books, and binoculars for close-ups of your awe-inspiring neighbors.

In the hills below Rajasthan’s Aravalli Mountains, Anopura is a glorious, under-the-radar spot enveloped by lemon groves, frangipani trees and marigolds. An hour’s drive northeast of Jaipur, it is a sanctuary to escape the city’s bustle within exquisite villas, boasting large rolltop baths and beautiful countryside views. Traditional Rajasthani cooking can be delivered straight to guests’ accommodation, while the most exciting of excursions is a chai-fueled night safari tracking leopards, Indian foxes, striped hyenas and spotted owlets.

7 dream travel destinations, chosen by the PORTER editors

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