Dominica Named #1 in BBC's 25 Best Places to Travel in 2025

Dominica has been named by the BBC as the #1 place to travel in 2025. In a list of “The 25 best places to travel in 2025” the UK based news giant lauded the island for its sperm whale reserve, and commitment to marine conservation as well as regenerative tourism. 

BBC also acknowledged Dominica’s plans to expand infrastructure, introduction of digital immigration forms to ease travel. 

In a further spotlight, the BBC mentioned the construction of the Cable Car in Dominica that will take passengers from the Roseau Valley up to the Boiling Lake.  

With direct flights from the United States, new luxury resorts on the horizon and endless adventure, from wild river gorges to lush rainforests, BBC said that Dominica is inviting everyone to explore its pristine natural beauty like never before. 

“Several new hotels are opening in 2025 (adding nearly 500 rooms with a 25% increase in inventory), including the six-star Hilton Tranquillity Beach Resort and Spa in Salisbury. Or choose a tried-and-true classic such as Secret Bay, a luxury eco-property that frequently tops sustainability lists,” added BBC.  

Talking about the world’s first sperm whale reserve, the magazine said that Dominica now offers the opportunity to swim alongside sperm whales in an ethical and sustainable way as part of its groundbreaking commitment to marine conservation and regenerative tourism.  

It was said that limited permits for whale swims ensure intimate, respectful encounters which offers visitors a once in a lifetime experience to share the water with these incredible marine animals while facilitating research and creating sustainable tourism opportunities for locals.  

Several new hotels are also opening this year which will add around 500 rooms with a 25 percent increase in inventory. This includes the six-star Hilton Tranquillity Beach Resort and Spa which will be located in Salisbury.  

With this recognition, Dominica is making waves on the international front and its tourism appeal and offerings is being recognised by everyone worldwide. The list released by BBC aims to offer the travellers with insights into their travel plans for the year.  

Complete list of BBC’s 25 Best Places to Travel in 2025 

1. Dominica 
2. Naoshima, Japan 
3. The Dolomites, Italy 
4. Greenland 
5. Wales 
6. Western Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada 
7. Tucson, Arizona, US 
8. Western Australia 
9. Sri Lanka 
10. Panama 
11. Rif Mountains, Morocco 
12. Bradford, England 
13. Jordan 
14. Haa Valley, Bhutan 
15. Hawaii, US 
16. Uzbekistan 
17. Haida Gwaii, Canada 
18. Emerald Coast, Nicaragua 
19. Isle of Man 
20. Pakistan’s Gilgi Baltistan region 
21. Azores 
22. Kansas City, Missouri, US 
23. Bolivia 
24. Botswana 
25. Oslo, Norway