Like to keep up with the travel trends? Us too. That’s why we’ve scoured travel experts’ reports, including ones from the holiday geniuses over at ABTA, to find out what they think travel in 2025 will look like. Let’s dive in!

Short-haul or long-haul?

Although Europe still remains the top choice for visitors across the globe, more and more travellers are choosing long-haul this year. Don’t fancy the tiring flights, jetlag and layovers yourself? We got you covered with these short-haul destinations that feel long-haul.

Five stars for everyone

Treating yourself to a well-deserved holiday? Might as well go all-out with a five-star stay… Or at least that’s what the holidaymakers are thinking this year, and we couldn’t agree more. In their defence, have you seen our Indulgent Escapes collection? Illustrious locations, impeccable VIP service and bespoke, modern hotels that make you wish you never had to go home? Oh yes, nothing compares to the flawless five stars.

A table for two, please…

2025 is a good time to be coupled up, as adults-only holidays are back on the trending list! Whether your home is buzzing with the laughs of the little ‘uns or you simply like to unwind in more mature surroundings, a grown-up-only getaway is always a relaxing idea. And we’ve got just the places…

Winter is the new summer

Waiting around until summer for a holiday? Sooo 2024. This year, jet-setters are taking holidays all year round, especially with so many gorgeous destinations looking their best under a white blanket of snow. We’re talking snowy Christmas markets in Vienna and Tallinn (among many more), the natural stunner Iceland, and ski gateways like Salzburg, Geneva and Lyon. Those three can be enjoyed on and off slopes.

Inspire me!

Travellers these days have more sources of inspiration than ever. But not everyone is leaning towards AI-curated itineraries and TikTok-trending hotspots. In fact, travel brochures and websites are still the more popular option! Nothing beats a good old Jet2Blog, though…

New, different and cool

The biggie for 2025? Holidaymakers are going off the beaten path. It’s all about new destinations and ‘destination dupes’. AKA, they’re the spots that are similar to popular destinations but offer more local, traditional and immersive experiences. Fancy straying from your usual holiday hotspots too? We’ve recently plotted a few under-the-radar destinations on our map – 2025 is the year to try them…

Up, up and… up!

Hiking, skiing or simply admiring, this is the year for new heights with mountain travel peaking in 2025. Fresh air, postcard-perfect scenes of the mighty summits and dinky villages hiding between the meandering roads – it’s no wonder an escape above treetops is on everyone’s agenda. Choose your adventure from winter wonderland in the Alps with our ski flights or go for year-round destinations like Madeira or Morocco that boast lofty ranges too.

The year of experiences

If there’s one thing you need to remember about 2025, it has to be the fact it’s been dubbed ‘the year of experiences’. Some travellers are wandering off the beaten path and finding quirky things to do there, while others are seeking unique experiences in their tried-and-tested picks. Sounds like a bit of you? Have a glance at the list of our favourite experiences for 2025 here.