1. African Safari

Embarking on a safari is a unique and life-changing adventure. Picture yourself immersed in the heart of Africa, the raw beauty of the savannah, the rich culture of its people and the thrill of encountering wildlife in its natural habitat. A safari is so much more than just seeing animals: it’s about how you experience them, where you go and why you travel. Whether it’s a one-time journey or the latest in a series of explorations, Steppes Travel is here to craft the perfect experience for you. The team’s deep knowledge and personalised approach ensure safari adventures are tailored to your specific desires, making every moment unforgettable. Discover more – and start planning – at steppestravel.com

2. Christmas On A Vietnamese Beach

If spending the festive season with a seaside backdrop is on your bucket list, it’s time to tick it off. There’s no where better to dust off the cobwebs and refresh yourself for the New Year than Six Senses Con Dao, a rustic-luxury retreat in Vietnam’s national and marine park archipelago. Sold? Book with Turquoise Holidays for 20% off. turquoiseholidays.co.uk

3. Greenland – Before The Boom

At the end of 2023, luxury travel experts cazenove+loyd named Greenland a trending destination for 2024, becoming ‘increasingly popular with clients due to its remoteness and undiscovered location.’ Flash forward to now, and Intrepid Travel are anticipating the same for 2025 as the ‘coolcation’ travel trend persists, particularly Disko Island for its pristine nature mixed with modern culture. Find their 10-day Greenland expedition at intrepidtravel.com 

4. Cosy Scottish Christmas

Gather the whole family, bid farewell to the norm and say hello to Christmas in the Scottish Highlands. The Torridon is an enchanting, family-owned boutique retreat surrounded by pristine nature in all directions and home to cosseting interiors within, complete with delicious cuisine, creative cocktails and crackling fires. pobhotels.com

5. Europe’s Capital Of Cool

European island life is on the up, whether it’s Spain’s Balearics, Portugal’s Azores or Italy’s Sicily and Sardinia. In 2025, our attention is turning to Malta – particularly its honey-hued coastal capital, Valletta, which most recently stole the show in Channel 5’s The Wives and is described as an open air museum for its breathtaking beauty. The best place to stay in this cultural hub? Iniala Harbour House, featuring 23 rooms spread across four exquisitely traditional townhouses. inialamalta.com

6. A Healing Holiday

It might feel blasphemous to consider your 2025 resolutions, but you can’t go wrong with a retreat. Book one of the intimate 13 rooms at The Retreat Costa Rica to experience the unique healing energy of the surrounding rainforest, green quartz mountains and Pacific Ocean. From £759pp for three nights with healingholidays.com

7. Christmas In Como

Now open for its third consecutive winter season, Villa d’Este is championing off-season travel on Lake Como – and is a magical place to be come the festive season. Two sparkling glass houses transform the summer terrace into a winter haven, while jazz nights, wine dinners and special festive events create a convivial atmosphere all winter long. villadeste.com

8. Yuletide London

…But there’s nothing quite like our capital come Christmastime, bedecked as it is with lights, trees and creative window displays. For a pre-Santa adventure, little ones with love The Langham’s partnership with Hamleys, featuring a special Grotto, afternoon tea and a Christmas tree in the room. langhamlondon.christmas

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