According to reporting from Tempo, Forbes Travel Guide recently released its list of 12 top travel destinations for 2025, highlighting locations that cater to the evolving preferences of modern travelers, and the island of Sumba made it to the list.
Destinations were selected based on a growing emphasis on wellness, remote experiences, and unique cultural encounters to offer a diverse range of travel experiences.
Forbes say that Sumba offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, attracting travelers seeking an escape from the ordinary.
Here’s what they had to say:
Sumba, an island paradise in East Nusa Tenggara, is considered the prime location for travelers seeking wellness and rejuvenation. According to the Global Wellness Institute, the wellness tourism sector growing by 16.6 percent annually.
Located a mere 50-minute flight from Bali, Sumba offers a different world that seems untouched and far from the crowds. Forbes recommends a vacation to NIHI Sumba, a resort renowned for its ‘Wild Wellness’ program,” the report states.
Nestled amidst breathtaking savannahs, limestone hills, rice fields, and lush jungles, NIHI Sumba allows guests to connect with the natural environment through activities such as equine therapy and the Safari Spa, which features a clifftop hike with panoramic ocean views.
Other leading destinations that made the Top 12 List are:
Super Bowl Host New Orleans, Bhutan, Monaco, Athens Riviera; Greece, Asheville; North Carolina, Amsterdam, Longboat Key; Florida, Morocco, Santa Monica; California, Maldives, and Brisbane; Australia
Source: Tempo
