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Travel Ideas for 2025 Fancy something new? Look towards these unique destinations in 2025...
DO you feel like you’ve been there, done that? Are you worried about over tourism and the crowds descending on popular vacation spots? For whatever reason, you and millions of other travellers might be looking to veer from traditional vacation spots in 2025 to find hidden gems and lesser-known destinations. Here are 12 under-the-radar trip ideas for
2025:
Backcountry Biking in Utah The Aquarius Trail Hut System offers a backcountry mountain biking experience like no other in the region.
A
system of five huts furnished with beds, a bathroom, a fully stocked kitchen, and solar power has been strategically
placed
along a 190-mile route through some of Utah’s most scenic backcountry and best mountain trails.
biking Culinary
in Western Sicily Sicily’s
Cycling complex
culture is matched only by its stunning natural
beauty
and the incredible, diverse landscape: rolling hills and valleys swathed in grapevines, miles of
aquamarine
coastline and a series of archipelagos that can be reached via a quick boat ride. Tourissimo is thrilled to announce a new 8-day culinary cycling tour of the region. The tour includes guides, accommodation in 4-star hotels, most meals, wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, all activities, and bike rentals. Cowboy Retreat in Remote Wyoming Paintrock Canyon Ranch,
nestled
at the western base of the Bighorn Mountains in Wyoming, offers a range of immersive experiences that allow guests to connect deeply with nature, history, and the spirit of the American West. The 2025 calendar includes
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Mediterranean backdrop of a magical Spanish island by bike. Using the quaint town of Alaró as a base, set out on daily rides through the countryside, along the coast, over the mountains and even around a velodrome track, stopping in villages along the way to enjoy espresso, pastries and local culture. Yellowstone Ranch Getaway Discover Wyoming’s natural beauty and America’s first protected landscapes from the comfort of the historic Blackwater Creek Lodge & Guest Ranch outside Cody, Wyoming. Set on the edge of Yellowstone, enjoy activities like horseback riding and hiking, archery and sport shooting, fly fishing and whitewater rafting, and visits to the cowboy town of Cody and America’s first national park.
Greenland Icebergs and Islands Experience the icebergs, islands and Inuit history of Greenland on a new land-based tour from Adventure Life. Visit Ilulissat, Disko Island and Ilimanaq, hiking among basalt formations, boating with icebergs and wildlife, trying a true polar plunge, setting foot on an enormous glacier, spending a night on a black sand beach, and dining at the world’s most remote Michelin-star restaurant. Big Sky Adventures The Wilson Hotel in Big Sky serves as a basecamp for active Montana adventures. In summer, hike through shaded forests and wildflower-filled meadows to a glacial cirque, raft or fly fish the clear waters of the famed Gallatin River, and experience the adrenaline rush of lift-served mountain biking. In winter, ski and snowboard on the slopes of 11,166-foot Lone Peak. And after a day out, enjoy Montana fare at the upscale yet casual Block 3 Kitchen & Bar.
special programs
with
renowned artist Julie Ferris, an in-depth horsemanship experience with World Champion Cowboy Cam Schry ver , a writing workshop with NYT bestselling author Laurel Braitman, and more.
All-
inclusive packages include all meals, lodging, and activities on
the ranch.
Costa Rica Wildlife Adventure This new tour from Gondwana Ecotours
visits the hidden gems of Costa Rica in search of unique wildlife and authentic experiences. The 8-day tour explores Costa Rica’s biodiverse areas by foot, boat, and via snorkelling. Highlights include boat safaris though coastal areas teaming with wildlife, visiting Osa Peninsula (one of the Costa Rica’s most remote locations), exploring Corcovado National Park and Arenal National Park, interacting with local communities, and overnighting at the venerable Corcovado Wilderness Lodge. Teton Glamping Wyoming’s Fireside Resort offers 25 pint-
sized, luxuriously outfitted tiny house rental units designed by Wheelhaus a short distance from Grand Teton National Park and the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, making it the
perfect place to post up for a spring getaway. Snowshoe across Grand Teton National Park, enjoy a snowmobile tour with Scenic Safaris, or sit back and relax around a cozy fireplace. Islands, Andes + Amazon Adventure This 13-day journey of a lifetime to Sacha Lodge, Scalesia Galapagos Lodge and Hacienda Piman takes you to the snow- capped volcanoes of the Ecuadorian Andes, the depths of the Amazon jungle, and the breathtaking mini-worlds of the Galapagos Islands, unspoiled by civilisation. Montana Whitewater Rafting This overnight rafting trip with
Flying Pig Adventures combines the thrill of whitewater with a peaceful night under the stars, offering a unique way to experience the beauty of Yellowstone’s ecosystem with experienced guides who take care of everything you need. The trip includes three meals, canvas wall-tents, bath houses with running water and electricity, and the adventure of a lifetime. Montenegro by Boat
Cruise the coast of Montenegro aboard a traditional gulet on Peter Sommer Travels’ first itinerary in the country known for its sparkling waters, atmospheric mountains and multi-layered history. Discover the influence of and remains left behind by the ancient Illyrians, the Greeks, the Roman Empire, Venice and the Ottomans in towns and villages from the Adriatic Sea to Lake Skadar and the Bay of Kotor. Mallorca Cycling On The Cycling House’s new Mallorca tour, explore the breathtaking
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