British Airways releases the top 25 most sought-after destinations for 2025

                 

                     As the 'End of Summer Sale' launches, British Airways Holidays has identified the most sought-after destinations for 2025 holidays so far and delves into the movers and shakers over the last 12 months.

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The never-ending allure of the Big Apple means New York has retained the top spot once again for 2025. Meanwhile, Phuket and Bangkok appear to be riding the wave of excitement surrounding the upcoming third season of an Emmy-winning TV comedy-drama, securing them as potential holiday hotspots for next year. They rank 16th and 20th respectively.

There are also some new additions that have captured the imagination of UK travellers. Nashville is a new entry at number 22, perhaps fuelled by the resurgence of country music, while Corfu follows at 23 after a flurry of new hotel openings. Australia sneaks in at number 25 to round off the list.

Los Angeles has an unparalleled line up of world-class sporting events on the horizon, potentially driving the destination’s recent rise through the ranks, and Grenada seems to have captured the attention of viewers of a recent popular TV show, as it jumps up a staggering five places.

The top five destinations are listed below.

New York: Retains the top spot once again

Orlando: Also a non-mover

Las Vegas: Climbs one spot to take the bronze position

Maldives: Drops down one place to just miss out on a podium finish

Barbados: Another destination which has climbed the list by one place

Holidaymakers looking to secure a chance to experience these wonders of the world, plus many more spectacular destinations, can do so with the British Airways and British Airways Holidays ‘End of Summer Sale’, now live. Customers have until 1 October 2024 to take advantage of these deals, securing their next getaway for either 2024 or 2025. The sale includes a wide selection of flights and holiday packages to some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

Claire Bentley, Managing Director of British Airways Holidays, said: “The desire for holidays is still on the up, be that winter sun and festive mini breaks for 2024, or far-flung holiday hotspots for 2025. We are thrilled to see such an incredible selection of destinations on our top 25 for 25 list, and excited that we are able to launch a variety of offers to these destinations and more in our ‘End of Summer Sale’. Our Executive Club Members can make their trip twice as rewarding by earning double Tier Points on flights taken as part of their holiday package.”

6.    Cancun

7.    Dubai

8.    Dominican Republic

9.    St Lucia 

10.  Antigua

11.  Mauritius  

12.  Tokyo

13.  Tenerife

14.  Jamaica

15.  Los Angeles

16.  Phuket

17.  Bahamas

18.  Miami

19.  Grenada

20.  Bangkok

21.  Lanzarote

22.  Nashville

23.  Corfu

24.  Rome

25.  Australia

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St Lucia - British Airways Holidays offers seven nights, at the 3* Bay Gardens Hotel, from £689pp, travelling on selected dates between 1 June - 30 June 2025 inclusive. Includes economy (World Traveller) return flights from London Gatwick Airport, 1 checked bag at 23kg per person and accommodation. Book by 1 October 2024. 

Barbados - British Airways Holidays offers seven nights, at the 3.5* Butterfly Beach, from £749pp, travelling on selected dates between 1 June - 30 June 2025 inclusive. Includes economy (World Traveller) return flights from London Heathrow Airport, 1 checked bag at 23kg per person and accommodation. Book by 1 October 2024. 

Madeira - British Airways Holidays offers seven nights, at the 4* Pestana Churchill Bay, from £399pp, travelling on selected dates between 1 January - 31 January 2025 inclusive. Includes economy (Euro Traveller) return flights from London Gatwick Airport, 1 checked bag at 23kg per person and accommodation with breakfast. Book by 1 October 2024. 

Greece - British Airways Holidays offers seven nights, at the 4* Alkion Resort, from £379pp, travelling on selected dates between 1 May - 31 May 2025 inclusive. Includes economy (Euro Traveller) return flights from London Gatwick Airport, 1 checked bag at 23kg per person and accommodation with breakfast. Book by 1 October 2024. 

TOP 25 FOR 2025 - BRITISH AIRWAYS HOLIDAYS
*Bonus Tier Points will be awarded separately to standard Tier Points and within 14 working days of the return flight. Executive Club Members must add their membership number to their booking prior to travel in order to claim the bonus points. To qualify, customers will need to book a holiday (flights + hotel or flights + car) of at least five nights for travel before 30 June 2025.