Our Guide to Conde Nast's Top 25 Places to Travel in 2025

In the lead-up to the new year, Conde Nast's Traveller segment has compiled a list of their top 25 luxury places to travel in 2025. To celebrate these top-tier locales, we decided to share our own take on the carefully crafted list with our favourite luxury hotels and resorts in a few of Conde Nast's listed destinations.

Cuba: Kempinski's Cayo Guillermo Resort

Cuba is the place to find tranquillity in the Caribbean, so it was no surprise to see this beautiful country in the top 25! Renowned for its sparkling blue waters, vintage cars and picturesque streets, this island country appeals to travellers looking for an aesthetic Caribbean experience.

At Kempinski's luxury resort, Cayo Guillermo, guests are treated to serenity and poetic getaway experiences. This resort is perfect for a quiet getaway along the pristine white sandy beaches of Cuba. And for the travelling food enthusiasts, Balsámico Restaurant is seasonally dependent on local harvests for ingredients to ensure guests experience Cuba authentically.

With the Atlantic Ocean acting as the perfect backdrop, the Presidential Water Villa Hemingway can host four guests in one king bed and two twin queen beds. Relax on the villa's private terrace, read a book on the boat mooring, or soak in the designer bathtub.

Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania: Meliá Hotels Ngorongoro Lodge

Located in Tanzania, Ngorongoro Lodge is surrounded by high-reaching trees, an array of green foliage and sweeping views of the ever-stretching horizon that transport guests to the dawn of time.

Part of the iconic Meliá Collection, Ngorongoro Lodge boasts stunning views of the Ngorongoro Crater where guests can explore and enjoy the niche ecosystem of Tanzania. Condé Nast included this Tanzanian getaway for good reason— at Meliá's contribution to the Ngorongoro Crater hotel scene, the attentive service provided by the staff and luxury furnishings are exceptional.

Aptly claiming the title of a contemporary Garden of Eden, Ngorongoro Lodge is the location for restorative healing. The Ngorongoro Suite with Safari Experience promises guests elegance and comfort, with the addition of a complementary safari tour.

Palau: Four Seasons Explorer

Tour the Pacific's UNESCO World Heritage Islands aboard the Four Seasons Explorer, a cruising resort, and discover beautiful marine creatures below the surface, untouched islands and pristine waters to dive into.

Three decks and 11 rooms, the Explorer is maximised for comfort. Booked for exclusive use, this one-of-a-kind accommodation becomes a floating utopia for guests. The Explorer Suite features a king-sized bed and modern decor. The Family State Room caters to two adults and one child and includes large port windows with ocean and island views.

Muscat, Oman: Kempinski Hotel Muscat

Another location that Condé Nast included on their list is none other than Muscat in Oman. A hub of cultural exchange featuring motifs of Mercantile history, this coastal town and port is ideal for travellers wanting to explore stunning architecture, rolling hills and Omani heritage.

For guests travelling in luxury and style, the epitome of Omani coastal splendour can be found at Kempinski's Hotel Muscat. This five-star hotel provides its guests with six kilometres of sublime coastline. Guests are treated to culinary delights across 11 venues.

The Three-Bedroom Duplex Villa has an air of high-end living, accommodating up to six guests. This spacious villa features king-sized beds and breathtaking views of the inner courtyard from the terrace. With a private plunge pool, this suite ensures that guests can relax in style.

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