This feature comes courtesy of La Vida Liverpool’s resident Travel Writer, Sorrel Ashton. As featured by Birkenhead News, The Wirral Globe, The Liverpool Echo, MSN News, Yahoo News and others, Sorrel is a ‘hidden gem’ holiday travel agent who specialises in bespoke tailored holidays. Here she brings you her Top 5 travel picks for 2025….
Where should I travel in 2025? I get this question from people all the time and of course everyone is different, but I can certainly recommend some gems that people often overlook. Here are my hand picked recommendations about where to travel next — I’ve focused on places that have more immersive and meaningful experiences to offer….
Valletta, Malta
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former European Capital of Culture, Valletta in Malta, has always been a cultural hotspot, but now is certainly the time to visit. The restaurant scene has exploded with the arrival of the Michelin Guide in 2020, and Valletta is now among the most exciting places to eat in Europe.
Along with food in Valletta, the so-called “living museum” city boasts a collection of rich history and stunning architecture, and is home to numerous museums, art galleries and cultural institutions. The ancient and picturesque Grand Harbour is worth a visit outright, but the city also serves as a launchpad to experience all that Malta has to offer.
FOR A FREE TRAVEL CONSULTATION WITH SORREL CALL HER ON 0151 223 0085
The Kimberley, Australia
Renowned for its dramatic and beautiful landscapes, The Kimberley is Western Australia’s untouched wild frontier, made up of natural rivers, towering waterfalls, spectacular gorges and thousands of islands off the remote sandstone coast. Covering a region larger than Ireland, the Kimberley has always been a difficult place to explore, but things are about to change.
Thanks to several cruise lines, travellers will be able to take in the unspoiled scenery and captivating wildlife such as saltwater crocs! Darwin and Broome serve as the gateway cities to this enchanting territory and themselves offer cultural insights into the local Aboriginal heritage, and experience the lesser travelled side of Australia.
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The Deep South, USA
Whilst a road trip is the classic traveling method for America’s landscapes, a train ride can equally be a great way to see the sights, and in the Deep South the future is bright for rail enthusiasts. The current structure allows travel from iconic Chicago through America’s musical heartland.
Enjoy stops in Jackson, Mississippi and Memphis, Tennessee, before arriving in the cultural mecca of New Orleans. The exuberant ‘Big Easy’ is the place to immerse yourself in American culture, and deep dive into the Creole lifestyle with a excursion into the Louisiana swamplands.
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Phu Quoc, Vietnam
An emerging gem in the Gulf of Thailand is the beautiful Phu Quoc Island, only a short flight from a selection of major SE Asian cities, and synonymous with the words ‘beach’ and ‘relaxation’. Surrounded by calm, pristine oceanic waters, Phu Quoc enjoys over 150 kilometres of coastline, meaning you can spend every day at a different sunspot.
For those wishing to indulge in nature, more than half of the Island is protected as a UNESCO biosphere reserve site, allowing you to trek through the National Park, or jump on a boat to the marine reserve. An assortment of five-star luxury resorts balance the natural beauty of the island, and are a great place to wind down with a cocktail before heading off to the Night Market to try as many seafood dishes as possible.
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Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa
For those with the Big Five of Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Buffalo & Rhino on their bucket list, a trip to the Nature Reserves of South Africa is a must, and the Pilanesberg National Park is an ideal location. Conveniently located three hours drive from Johannesburg, the fourth largest park in South Africa offers a rich diversity of flora and fauna in a malaria free environment.
Whether you want to immerse yourself in a Safari tent in the bush, delve into the local culture at a family owned boutique, or savour a glass of local wine from a luxury 5 Star lodge, there’s something for everyone. Pilanesberg National Park is an ideal place for a first time safari, and the majority of the lodges include game drives.
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If you like the look of these or you’re looking for something else, give me a call! I get paid a booking fee by suppliers and have a price parity with them, so I’ll find the best deal for you without it costing more. I takes the stress away from booking holidays and do all the work for the you — like having a real life human expert with the reach of an online platform, yet without passing costs on. Happy holidays!
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