As 2025 comes to a close, we’re celebrating another extraordinary year of crafting unforgettable journeys around the globe. From European escapes to adventures in Asia, Bella Vita Travels had the privilege of sending our travelers almost anywhere their hearts desired. Based on our actual bookings and travel volume, we are thrilled to share this year’s Top 10 Destinations — a reflection of where our clients loved exploring most.
10. New this year: Southeast Asia
A new entry on our list, Southeast Asia has grown rapidly in popularity these past few months. Each destination—Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Indonesia—offers its own flavor of culture, beauty, and warmth, making the region perfect for deep, meaningful exploration.
Experience highlight: A private long-tail boat journey through Bangkok’s hidden canals, a guided sunrise visit at Angkor Wat with exclusive temple access, a chef-led street-food immersion in Hanoi, or a Balinese purification ceremony at a sacred water temple.
9. Morocco
Morocco dazzles with its rich colors, ancient traditions, and dramatic landscapes. Travelers love pairing the buzz of Marrakech with the serenity of the Atlas Mountains for a perfect blend of culture and nature.
Experience highlight: A privately guided medina tour with expert artisans, a traditional Moroccan cooking class in a riad. Or, a guided hiking or mule-trekking through the Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains with tea shared in a local family’s home.
8. Switzerland
Switzerland’s pristine beauty and flawless service make it an ideal destination for both adventure and relaxation. Lakes, mountains, and charming alpine towns provide a picture-perfect escape year-round.
Experience highlight: A private glacier helicopter landing with panoramic views, a bespoke chocolate-making workshop with a master chocolatier. Or, a guided hike along the Via Alpina with lakefront picnic prepared by a local chef.
7. New this year: Turkey
Turkey captivates with its rich blend of history, culture, and natural wonder. From Istanbul’s grand monuments to Cappadocia’s lunar landscapes, travelers experience a powerful sense of place.
Experience highlight: A private Bosphorus cruise at sunset or exclusive access to Istanbul’s famed mosques and bazaars with a historian. Perhaps a sunrise hot air balloon flight above Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys—arguably one of the most iconic travel moments in the world.
6. Portugal
Portugal delights with its coastal beauty, warm hospitality, and exceptional food and wine. Travelers love exploring different regions. Like historic Lisbon or the dramatic cliffs of the Algarve and the terraced vineyards of the Douro.
Experience highlight: Sailing along the Algarve’s hidden grottoes. A private fado music experience in Lisbon. Or, behind-the-scenes wine blending workshop in the Douro Valley with a winemaker.
5. Spain
Spain shines with its diversity. Moorish palaces, vibrant cities, culinary capitals, and the idyllic Balearic Islands—Mallorca, Ibiza, and Menorca—which were especially popular this year.
Experience highlight: A tapas and wine crawl with a local chef. Exclusive access to the Sagrada Família with an architectural expert. A private charter to secluded coves in Mallorca for swimming, paddleboarding, and a gourmet onboard lunch.
4. United Kingdom
The UK offers an enchanting blend of culture, countryside, and coastal scenery. Travelers loved pairing London’s world-class cultural scene with the wild beauty of Scotland’s Highlands.
Experience highlight: A private tour of Westminster Abbey, a behind-the-scenes theatre experience in London’s West End, or a bespoke journey through Scotland’s whisky trail with exclusive distillery access and a Highland storyteller.
3. Greece
Greece continues to be a dream for sun seekers, culture lovers, and romantics alike. The Cyclades drew many travelers this year, especially Mykonos and its quieter neighbors. It was also a top pick for families this year and we are so excited to show you what we can do in this incredible spot.
Experience highlight: A private yacht day exploring hidden coves and uninhabited islands, a guided mythology immersion at ancient sites on Delos, or a local cooking experience overlooking the Aegean at sunset.
2. France
France remains timeless—Paris for its art and romance; Provence for lavender fields, markets, and vineyards; and the Riviera for glamour and sparkling seaside beauty.
Experience highlight: A privately guided Louvre tour focusing on hidden masterpieces, a market tour followed by a farm-to-table meal in Provence, or a perfume-making workshop in Grasse with a master “nose.”
1. Italy
Italy tops our list once again—an irresistible combination of food, history, beauty, and passion woven through every region. From Rome’s ancient wonders to the serenity of Tuscany and the charm of coastal villages, Italy continues to inspire.
Experience highlight: An after-hours visit to St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, a private pasta-making class with a Roman chef, a Tuscan truffle hunt followed by a traditional countryside lunch, or a sommelier-led Brunello tasting inside a historic wine cellar in Montalcino.
