Priyanka Roshan | October 30, 2025
As the year wraps up, travellers are ditching routine holidays for adventure. Think beaches over blankets, sunshine over snow, and festive escapes that promise warmth, wonder, and unforgettable memories.
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According to Kayak’s 2025 travel trends for flights between December 20 and January 2, one thing is clear — everyone’s chasing the sun. Here are this season’s hottest festive getaways.
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Manila tops the charts with a 40% surge in searches. From dazzling lights at Rizal Park to epic island-hopping getaways, the Philippines is pure festive magic.
1. Manila, Philippines
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Islamabad’s tranquil beauty is winning over travellers seeking peace. With its rolling hills, lush parks, and mild winter sun, it’s a breath of fresh air.
2. Islamabad, Pakistan
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A sensory overload of colour, spice, and sound — Marrakech glows with winter sun, bustling souks, rooftop cafés, and desert adventures just beyond the city walls.
3. Marrakech, Morocco
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Cape Town is summer in full swing. Think beach parties, vineyard tours, Table Mountain hikes, and spectacular fireworks over the V&A Waterfront to welcome 2026.
4. Cape Town, South Africa
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This Tenerife gem is trending big for its eternal sunshine, black-sand beaches, and laid-back Spanish charm — all without the usual European winter chill.
5. Granadilla, Spain
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Mumbai dazzles with rooftop parties, seaside strolls, and midnight masses. Add delicious street food and ocean views — and you’ve got an unforgettable year-end vibe.
6. Mumbai, India
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Rising fast on traveller radars, Doha offers golden dunes, luxury resorts, and a world-class fireworks show along the Corniche that lights up the Gulf.
7. Doha, Qatar
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Sydney knows how to celebrate. With iconic fireworks over the Harbour Bridge and beachy summer vibes, it’s the world’s ultimate New Year’s Eve stage.
8. Sydney, Australia
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Geneva turns into a snow-globe fantasy with Christmas markets, fondue by the fire, and alpine adventures just a short train ride from the city.
9. Geneva, Switzerland
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With cobbled streets, glowing lights, and carols filling the air, Krakow is old-world charm at its best — perfect for a cozy winter escape.
10. Krakow, Poland
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