Santa Fe Claims Top Spot in Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards
For the first time in 12 years, Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards has crowned a new Best U.S. City winner. The top honor went to Santa Fe, New Mexico. This prestigious annual survey, now celebrating its 30th year, has become a benchmark for the travel industry.
Other notable winners include:
- Páros, Greece, earning the distinction of Best Island in the World for the first time.
- Mount Desert Island, Maine, returning to the No. 1 position as Best U.S. Island after a 15-year hiatus.
- San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, recognized as the World’s Best City.
- andBeyond Bateleur Camp in Kenya, named the World’s Best Hotel.
- Singapore Airlines, taking the title of World’s Best International Airline.
The awards reflect evolving travel trends, favoring destinations with deep character and authentic experiences. For more details, visit the official announcement on Travel + Leisure’s website.