Global Travel Trends: Stays, Attractions, and Restaurants Take the Spotlight in 2025
**New Regional Rankings: Europe 100 and Americas 100**
Trip.Best 2025 introduces two new regional rankings: Europe 100 and Americas 100, expanding the existing Global 100 and Asia 100 lists to celebrate more of the world’s best destinations. • Europe 100:
• Paris, France: Hotel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel
• New York, USA: Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown and The St. Regis New York
• Tokyo, Japan: Aman Tokyo
• Singapore: Raffles Singapore
• Americas 100:
• China: Atlantis Sanya
• Japan: Tokyo Disneyland Hotel
• United Arab Emirates: Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai
**New Travel Themes and Features**
Trip.Best 2025 introduces two new categories: Water Fun and Fall Views, which tap into rising seasonal wanderlust. These themed lists highlight the most loved water parks, beaches, and islands, as well as top spots for autumn foliage vistas. • Water Fun:
• Thailand: Racha Yai Island
• Indonesia: Jimbaran Beach
• Japan: Arashiyama and Kiyomizu-dera Temple
• Fall Views:
• Japan: Wuyuan Huangling, China
• China: Qixia Mountain in Nanjing
• Thailand: Mae Hong Son Province
**Luxury Hotels and Family-Friendly Resorts**
Stays in 2025 highlight a worldwide sweep of top accommodation options, from ultra-luxe city hotels to idyllic family resorts. Paris retains its reputation for luxury hospitality, while New York and Tokyo also make their mark. • Paris:
• Hotel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel (No.1 globally)
• Le Bristol Paris and La Réserve Paris (top 5)
• New York:
• Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
• The St. Regis New York
• Tokyo:
• Aman Tokyo
• Four Seasons Resort Tokyo at Marunouchi
• Singapore:
• Raffles Singapore
**Theme Parks and Cultural Attractions**
Attractions in 2025 reveal a clear favourite: theme parks. Trip.Best’s Global “Best Things to Do” ranking is overwhelmingly topped by world-famous theme parks, especially in Asia and North America. • Theme Parks:
• Walt Disney World Resort, USA
• Universal Studios Japan
• Shanghai Disney Resort
• Cultural Attractions:
• The Louvre, Paris
• The Palace Museum, Beijing
• Vatican Museums, Vatican City
**Fine Dining and Local Culinary Hotspots**
Restaurants in 2025 celebrate everything from haute cuisine to beloved local eats. In the Global 100 Fine Dining category, Europe leads the charge, while Asia’s culinary scene is gaining ground. • Europe:
• Arpège, Paris
• Sketch (Lecture Room & Library), London
• Asia:
• Sushi Saito, Tokyo
• Sorn, Bangkok
• Local Restaurants:
• Palm Beach Seafood, Singapore
• Jeh O Chula, Bangkok
• Restaurants for Views & Experiences:
• Burj Khalifa, Dubai
• Bicena, Seoul
**Global Highlights**
Stays: Travellers increasingly prioritise luxury and unique experiences in their stays, with demand for bespoke high-end accommodations rising. Attractions: Theme parks continue to top global attraction rankings, reflecting the growing demand for family-friendly travel and immersive experiences. Restaurants: Travellers increasingly seek destinations where exceptional food experiences are a pivotal part of travel, with Paris, New York, and Singapore maintaining their position as gastronomic hubs. **Conclusion**
Trip.Best 2025 brings travellers closer to the world’s best experiences, with AI-powered selection processes and human expertise combining to identify top-performing travel experiences. Whether it’s luxury hotels, theme parks, or fine dining, this year’s rankings showcase the crème de la crème of travel options. Explore the best destination for your next flight with Trip.com now and experience the next level itinerary.