As the 'End of Summer Sale' launches, British Airways Holidays has identified the most sought-after destinations for 2025 holidays so far and delves into the movers and shakers over the last 12 months.

The never-ending allure of the Big Apple means New York has retained the top spot once again for 2025. Meanwhile, Phuket and Bangkok appear to be riding the wave of excitement surrounding the upcoming third season of an Emmy-winning TV comedy-drama, securing them as potential holiday hotspots for next year. They rank 16th and 20th respectively.

There are also some new additions that have captured the imagination of UK travellers. Nashville is a new entry at number 22, perhaps fuelled by the resurgence of country music, while Corfu follows at 23 after a flurry of new hotel openings. Australia sneaks in at number 25 to round off the list.

Los Angeles has an unparalleled line up of world-class sporting events on the horizon, potentially driving the destination’s recent rise through the ranks, and Grenada seems to have captured the attention of viewers of a recent popular TV show, as it jumps up a staggering five places.

The top five destinations are listed below, and the full list can be seen here.

1. New York: Retains the top spot once again
2. Orlando: Also a non-mover
3. Las Vegas: Climbs one spot to take the bronze position
4. Maldives: Drops down one place to just miss out on a podium finish
5. Barbados: Another destination which has climbed the list by one place

Holidaymakers looking to secure a chance to experience these wonders of the world, plus many more spectacular destinations, can do so with the British Airways and British Airways Holidays ‘End of Summer Sale’, now live. Customers have until 1 October 2024 to take advantage of these deals, securing their next getaway for either 2024 or 2025. The sale includes a wide selection of flights and holiday packages to some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

Holiday packages

British Airways Holidays is offering an array of holiday packages, including offers for destinations ranked in the top 25 for 2025 list, available for customers booking flight and hotel or flight and car together.

For those looking to holiday further afield, British Airways Holidays customers can enjoy a week in Grenada from £649pp or St Lucia from £689pp. Alternatively, customers can experience the glamour of Las Vegas for seven nights from £669pp or explore New York for three nights from £519pp.

Customers in search for paradise closer to home can book British Airways Holidays packages for short-haul destinations, with beach holidays in the Algarve from £249pp for seven nights, or Halkidiki for seven nights from £379pp. Customers can secure their holiday with deposits starting from just £60pp, then pay off their balance in as many instalments as they wish.

Flight only deals

Customers who wish to purchase flight-only fares have plenty of choice too. Return flights from London Gatwick to list-topper New York are available from £338, while the runner up Orlando can be reached from £349.  

Return flights from London Heathrow to number seven on list, Dubai, are available from £439, with Barbados starting from £489. Flights to Abu Dhabi, which joined British Airways’ route network earlier this year, start from £390. Kuala Lumpur, which launches in November 2024, is available from £599.

Those looking to travel a little closer to home with a touch of luxury can enjoy Club Europe (business class) fares for less. With flights including lounge access, a full meal service and more personal space, city-break lovers can fly from London Heathrow to Pisa from £198, Prague from £220 and Berlin from £241.

Further information on the flight and holiday sale can be found at www.ba.com/sale.