What Are The Best Places To Travel In March 2025?

Are you dreaming of your next getaway? The Best Places To Travel In March 2025 offer a fantastic mix of cultural experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and thrilling adventures. Let SIXT.VN guide you through the top destinations to explore, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable trip. Discover your ideal destination, and let us handle all your travel needs with our convenient services.

1. For Big City Thrills

1.1. Detroit

Detroit is making a significant comeback with adaptive-reuse and ground-up projects revitalizing its neighborhoods. According to Mayor Mike Duggan, Detroit is experiencing a magical time, inviting visitors to witness its transformation firsthand. The reimagined Book Tower downtown offers a Roost hotel, a Basque tapas bar called Kamper’s, and high-end restaurants, adding to the city’s vibrant atmosphere. General Motors is solidifying its future at Hudson’s, a mixed-use development by Shop Architects and Hamilton Anderson Associates, featuring the automaker’s global HQ and a forthcoming Edition hotel. The Michigan Central campus, revived by a $1 billion investment from Ford, has transformed from a symbol of urban decay into an innovation hub in Corktown.

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1.2. Hong Kong and Shenzhen, China

Foreign travelers are returning to Hong Kong, discovering cultural offerings, luxury hotels, and infrastructure. Upgrades on the Kowloon side of Victoria Harbour include world-class museums in the West Kowloon Cultural District, such as Art Park, the Hong Kong Palace Museum, and M+. The K11 Musea houses the Rosewood Hong Kong and the refurbished Regent Hong Kong. Hong Kong Island is welcoming the Hopewell and the Southside by Ovolo. High-speed trains to Shanghai and Beijing have resumed overnight service, and many residents are spending time in nearby Shenzhen, known for its beaches and mountain views.

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1.3. Marrakesh

A new nonstop United Airlines flight between Newark, New Jersey, and Marrakesh provides U.S. travelers with a direct connection to the city. A new Park Hyatt and a refurbished Four Seasons Resort add to the reasons to visit. Other notable stays include the Oberoi, Rosemary (a chic five-room riad), and the Nobu Hotel Marrakech Riad. The Selman Marrakech, recently voted the No. 5 hotel globally by T+L readers, will soon feature a restaurant in partnership with Michelin-starred chef Jean-François Piège.

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1.4. Portland

Portland appeals to outdoor lovers with over 250 public parks and the Willamette River. The city saw the opening of Cascada, Portland’s first underground thermal springs spa and eco-hotel, in late 2024. A $111 million renovation of the Portland Art Museum will add 100,000 square feet, including new galleries and a Mark Rothko Pavilion. Infrastructure upgrades like the $2 billion redevelopment of Portland International Airport enhance accessibility.

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1.5. Rome

Rome is gearing up for the Jubilee, which occurs every 25 years. The city anticipates large crowds, especially around major religious sites in the Vatican. New hotels include Palazzo Talìa, Romeo Roma, and Casa Monti. Openings in 2025 and 2026 include the Corinthia Rome, Mandarin Oriental, Rome, and the Rosewood Rome. La Minerva, now part of Orient Express, is expected to reopen in 2025 with 93 rooms and suites. A new luxury train, La Dolce Vita Orient Express, will launch in the spring of 2025, offering itineraries across the peninsula with cuisine from chef Heinz Beck.

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1.6. Sacramento, California

Sacramento International Airport’s $1.3 billion renovation is set to be completed in 2025, with terminal expansions and new food options. The improved SMF will accommodate nonstop flights to Mexico City, Orlando, Nashville, Austin, and more. Sacramento is gaining recognition as a food destination and music festival mecca, with 15 Michelin-recognized restaurants and a 2024 James Beard Award finalist. The Oakland Athletics will relocate to Sutter Health Park for the 2025–2027 Major League Baseball seasons.

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2. For Cultural Immersion

2.1. Budapest, Hungary

In 2023, the W Budapest opened in the Drechsler Palace on Andrássy Avenue, a UNESCO World Heritage site. New luxury hotels include the Kimpton BEM Budapest and the Dorothea Hotel. Városliget (City Park) has undergone a $1 billion restoration, including new cultural spaces like the House of Music Hungary and the Museum of Ethnography. Budapest is transforming into a cosmopolitan city, attracting a variety of travelers.

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2.2. Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Bukhara is hosting the first-ever Bukhara Biennial in September 2025, aiming to bring together creatives who will produce work within the country. Artists like Laila Gohar, Antony Gormley, and Wael Shawky are expected. The inaugural show intends to spotlight Bukhara, whose crafts and folk art traditions have gained recognition internationally. The Biennial offers an opportunity for cultural legacies and contemporary ideas to intersect.

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2.3. Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston has been named T+L readers’ favorite city in the U.S. for 12 years running. The International African American Museum opened, and the inaugural Food & Wine Classic in Charleston brought together renowned chefs. The Cooper, the Holy City’s first five-star hotel, is slated to open in 2025. Charleston Place will unveil its completed renovations, and the new American Gardens park will debut. The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, opened on Johns Island, offering luxurious stays on the Kiawah River.

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2.4. Inverness and the Flow Country, Scotland

Inverness is becoming a major destination as the capital of the Scottish Highlands. The Flow Country, a vast area of bogs and peatland, was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage list. The Inverness Castle Experience will transform the city’s former prison and courts into a venue for history, music, and regional cuisine. Cabot Highlands offers golf and accommodations, with a second 18-hole course coming soon.

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2.5. Lisbon and the Algarve, Portugal

Lisbon is known for its yellow trams, historic neighborhoods, and fado music. New luxury stays include Six Senses Lisbon, Nobu Hotel Lisbon, The Standard, Lisbon, Kimpton Lisbon, and several Hilton properties. Lisbon was named Europe’s best culinary city. The Algarve region, with Europe’s beautiful beaches and towns, is becoming easier to reach with United’s seasonal nonstop route from Newark Liberty International Airport to Faro in 2025. The eastern half of the Algarve’s coastline is emerging as a trendy spot.

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2.6. Luxor, Egypt

Luxor is becoming a must-visit city with a new nonstop EasyJet flight from London. The city is famed for its ancient temples, many of which are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Notable hotels include Al Moudira and the Beit Sabée guesthouse. Nour El Nil operates chic dahabeahs, including the newest, Poppee, which sets sail in November 2024.

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2.7. Thailand

Thailand is T+L’s 2025 Destination of the Year. In Bangkok, the Aman Nai Lert Bangkok and The Ritz-Carlton will open later this year, followed by Six Senses The Forestias and Hyatt’s Andaz in 2025. Season three of The White Lotus is set in the country. Kanchanaburi, in west Thailand, offers scenery, accommodations, and history.

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3. For Adventurous Travelers

3.1. The Caucasus

Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia are gaining attention with a new itinerary from Atlas Obscura and Intrepid. The two-week tour through cities including Baku, Tbilisi, and Yerevan makes it possible to see these destinations. The tours will visit wineries, bakeries, crafts ateliers, historical sites, mosques, and churches like Gergeti Trinity. The hilly countryside offers farms, hikes, and saunas.

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3.2. Greenland

Greenland has seen a huge uptick in tourism, with cruise arrivals up 74 percent in 2023. Greenland’s first international airport is slated to open in late 2024 in Nuuk. United will become the first U.S. airline to operate flights to the country in 2025. New tours offer wildlife watching, trips to the interior, and insights into the island’s Indigenous culture. HX has nine itineraries, Viking will sail four new itineraries from Nuuk, and Ponant and Silversea are also promising new experiences.

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3.3. Kumaon, India

Shakti plans to open Shakti Prana in Kumaon in October. The property will be the latest in a string of mountain lodges from the brand, coordinating walking journeys in high-elevation environments. The location provides views of the Great Himalayas and the Ramganga River valley.

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3.4. Madagascar

Madagascar is transforming, with Abercrombie & Kent and Red Savannah adding itineraries for 2025 that focus on the country’s ecological riches. A new Emirates service links Dubai and Madagascar’s capital. Namoroka Tsingy Camp opened its safari tents in August 2024, and Voaara is a new oasis on the island of Sainte Marie. Masoala Forest Lodge feels newly relevant.

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3.5. Nicaragua

Nicaragua has long been a secret among surfers and nature lovers. A new 75-mile highway is slated to connect towns and beach communities along the Pacific coast by the end of 2025. Airlines have noticed the momentum, with United doubling the number of flights from Houston to Managua. Resorts including Rancho Santana and Mukul offer access to surf breaks, rainforest hikes, and cultural experiences. Jicaro Island Lodge, part of the Cayuga Collection, offers tree houses in Lake Nicaragua.

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3.6. The Philippines

The Philippines deserves a fresh look from travelers, given its affordability and a pro-tourism government. A new nonstop Philippine Airlines flight from Seattle is another boost. A dozen hotels have opened in Manila, including the Admiral Hotel and new properties from Okura Hotels & Resorts and Marriott’s Westin brand. Palawan will welcome newcomers, including El Nido, from the Pavilions Hotels & Resorts. Nay Palad Hideaway, on the island of Siargao, has re-emerged better than ever.

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3.7. Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando Resort’s expansion will add Universal Epic Universe in 2025, a park with new lands featuring classic monsters, Nintendo franchises, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and more. Epic Universe is slated to open in May 2025, with Universal Helios Grand Hotel joining the theme park resort’s Signature Collection. Universal Stella Nova Resort and Universal Terra Luna Resort will join the portfolio in early 2025.

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4. For the Food and Drinks

4.1. Colorado’s Western Slope

Colorado’s Western Slope has a growing reputation for Rieslings and other cool-climate grapes. There are plenty of upstarts worth seeking out, including Carlson Vineyards, The Storm Cellar, and Sauvage Spectrum. Colorado’s Grand Valley AVA may enjoy a hedge against climate change, situated as it is above 4,000 feet. The hiking, mountain biking, and paddling in this stretch of the Rockies are top-flight.

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4.2. Crete, Greece

Crete is poised for its moment in the sun. The InterContinental Crete opened in the summer of 2024, and JW Marriott will unveil its first Greece property in 2025. The Rosewood Blue Palace is set to debut on Crete’s northern shore in 2026. These newcomers will be springboards for exploring Crete’s cultural riches and dramatic topography.

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4.3. Osaka, Japan

Osaka is becoming a must-visit for anyone heading to Japan, thanks to its culinary scene and nightlife. Expo 2025, running April through October, is expected to draw more than 28 million visitors. The new Four Seasons opened in 2024, and the first Japan property from Patina Hotels & Resorts is opening in the spring. The city’s first Waldorf Astoria should open, and the Rihga Royal Hotel Osaka is slated to wrap a major renovation by April 2025. Air Canada has added seasonal nonstop flights to the newly renovated Kansai International Airport.

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4.4. Priorat, Spain

Priorat is poised to become the next big thing. Wineries including Perinet and Clos de l’Obac are turning out world-class reds. Clos Mogador and Cellers de Scala Dei have embraced sustainable winemaking practices. The culinary scene is booming, with restaurants such as Brots and Quatre Molins having nabbed Michelin recognition. Gran Hotel Mas d’en Bruno, with its new Vinum tasting menu, and Brichs, which puts an innovative spin on traditional Catalan fare, are also on the vanguard.

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4.5. San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio is at the cutting edge of culinary innovation. Nine of its restaurants, bars, and breweries have been in contention for James Beard Awards. Chef Jason Dady will be opening Mexico Ceaty in early 2025, and Pullman Market exemplifies the farm to market ethos. New places to stay include Kimpton Santo and the InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk.

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4.6. San Diego

San Diego is becoming even more exciting, as new openings further bolster the city’s culinary cred. Tara Monsod opened Le Coq, and the city welcomed its first omakase yakitori restaurant, Yakitori Tsuta. Travis Swikard plans to open Fleurette, while chef Elijah Arizmendi is slated to debut Lucien in 2025.

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4.7. Slovenia

Black Tomato is introducing new experiences in Slovenia for 2025. One trip will take wine lovers to three distinct regions, including Primorska, Posavje, and Podravje. Slovenia has impressed the Michelin inspectors, with 63 restaurants earning recognition in 2024. The country has also seen hotel renovations and openings, giving visitors more choice for high-end stays.

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4.8. Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico

The vast majority of wine made in Mexico comes from Valle de Guadalupe. El Cielo Resort received awards for its wines at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, and a new generation of Mexican vintners is helping to shine a light on local winemaking through trendy wine bars like Bloodlust. The region is home to more than 200 wineries, Michelin-starred restaurants, and boutique hotels that are increasingly leaning luxury. Banyan Group entered the scene with the opening of Banyan Tree Veya Valle de Guadalupe.

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5. For Moments on the Water

5.1. Apostle Islands, Wisconsin

The Apostle Islands are seeing their status as a spiritual and commercial hub for the Ojibwe come toward center stage. The Madeline Island Museum is undergoing a transformation, partnering proactively with Ojibwe tribes, artists, and knowledge keepers. Ojibwe chef Bryce Stevenson took a gamble by choosing his home turf as the location for a high-concept restaurant, Miijim.

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5.2. Barbados

Barbados offers hiking on Chalky Mount, surfing at Bathsheba’s Soup Bowl, calm waters on the western coast, and upscale restaurants. Harrison’s Cove Eco-Adventure Park offers ziplining and obstacle courses. New daily American Airlines flights from New York and new weekly service from Philadelphia enhance accessibility. The Rockley hotel opened near Bridgetown.

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5.3. The French Riviera

A clutch of chic hotels has reinvigorated the French Riviera. Hôtel du Couvent is set in a 17th-century monastery overlooking Nice. Elsewhere in town, there’s the Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel, and a new Mama Shelter. Arev has brought a breath of fresh air to St.-Tropez. Le Mas Candille sits on a hillside just outside Mougins.

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5.4. Iceland, by cruise ship

Visiting Iceland by ship allows passengers to see the rarely visited northern reaches of the island. Cruise lines like Viking, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Oceania Cruises will offer itineraries that include stops in Iceland. Cruises can help diffuse crowds by taking people off the typical tourist trail.

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5.5. Nova Scotia, Canada

American Airlines has launched daily service from New York’s La Guardia Airport to Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia. The Muir Halifax hotel is an ideal home base, with a 36-foot yacht for harbor cruises. Sable Island National Park Reserve features sand dunes, gray seals, and wild horses. Cape Breton Island offers hiking and stunning views.

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5.6. Tasmania, Australia

Tasmania is explored by sea with On Board Tasmanian Expedition Cruises. The route around the state gives guests the chance to explore one of the world’s remote frontiers. Silversea and Disney Cruise Line will visit the island. Tasmania has a rich Aboriginal history, a growing art scene, and top-notch wineries.

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