BBC Travel: 3 Latin American Countries Among the 25 Best Places to Visit in 2025

In mid-January, BBC Travel unveiled its list of the 25 Best Places to Travel in 2025, with three Latin American countries earning spots: Panama, Nicaragua, and Bolivia.

BBC Travel remarked that in many regions, tourism has soared past pre-pandemic levels. For example, according to UNWTO, Qatar and El Salvador were the “Best Performing Tourist Destinations Worldwide in 2024.”

Each of these 25 spots is not only welcoming visitors and offering incredible travel experiences, but also using tourism to support local communities, protect the environment or preserve their unique cultural heritage. BBC Travel.

Panama

Panama ranks 10 in the BBC 25 Best Places to Travel in 2025; the country offers a perfect blend of stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant city life.

From the iconic Panama Canal to its rich cultural heritage and diverse wildlife, the country attracts travelers seeking adventure, history, and breathtaking natural beauty.

There’s more to see in this nation of vast jungles, idyllic islands, and mountainous forests beyond the canal. In 2024, the Meaningful Travel Map to Panama launched in partnership with non-profit Tourism Cares to make it easier for visitors to find locally led travel experiences across the country. BBC Travel.

Panama offers breathtaking beaches, rich history, and diverse wildlife. Furthermore, its vibrant culture, modern attractions, and natural wonders make it the perfect destination for adventure seekers and travelers looking for unforgettable experiences.

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Nicaragua

BBC Travel ranks Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast as the 18th must-visit destination in 2025. Despite being Central America’s largest country, Nicaragua remains one of the region’s least-visited nations.

Home to mist-shrouded rainforests, emerald lakes, towering volcanoes and one of the Americas’ oldest and most attractive cities (Unesco-enshrined Granada, which celebrated its 500th anniversary in December 2024)BBC Travel.

Nicaragua remains the least visited country in Central America due to political instability, safety concerns, and limited tourism infrastructure.

However, its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and affordable travel options make it an emerging destination for adventurous and off-the-beaten-path travelers

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Bolivia

The last Latin American country to make the BBC 2025 Travel list is Bolivia. This country offers breathtaking landscapes, rich indigenous culture, and unique experiences.

From the otherworldly Salar de Uyuni to the vibrant streets of La Paz, Bolivia attracts travelers seeking adventure, history, and stunning natural beauty in the heart of South America.

BBC Travel Top Destinations

The top 5 destinations on the BBC Travel 25 Best Places to Visit in 2025 are Dominica, Naoshima in Japan, the Dolomites in Italy, Greenland, and Wales.