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Forbes Travel Guide’s 25 Hottest Hotel Openings Of 2025
Every year, Forbes Travel Guide rates the world’s finest hotels, spas, cruises and restaurants, but its editors and ratings team are always scouring the globe for the most anticipated luxury getaways. From Montana to Melbourne, here are the 25 hottest new hotel openings for 2025.
Orient Express Corinthian Suite © Orient Express - Maxime d’Angeac
A First Look At Orient Express’ New Sailing Yacht
Agatha Christie gave the world a glimpse of life aboard the Orient Express train, but what would it look like at sea? Luxury travel brand Orient Express recently unveiled new details about its first sailing vessel, Orient Express Corinthian. Slated to set sail in the Mediterranean, Adriatic and Caribbean in June 2026, the new ship will be the world’s largest sailing yacht at 220 meters (nearly 723 feet), capable of reaching speeds of 17 knots by wind alone. In addition to its 54 suites, the Corinthian will also have five restaurants and eight bars, including a 1930s-style speakeasy and a Parisian cabaret hall.
Inside A Chic Boutique Hotel In Havana
When the boutique hotel Tribe Caribe opened last year in the Cayo Hueso district of central Havana, the 11-room property instantly became a much-needed addition to the neighborhood. Grammy Award-winning producer Andrés Levin and his business partner, fashion entrepreneur Chris Cornell, discovered the 100-year-old colonial building in ruins and embarked on a mission to restore it as a luxury destination.  On the ground floor, the artful Tribe Caribe features a bistro and the Black Box Gallery—a venue for performances and exhibitions. And the rooftop bar has views of the entire city.
“Half of my heart is in Havana.”
— Camila Cabello
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Travel Wise
Roaming charges can add unexpected (and unnecessary) costs to an international getaway. While savvy travelers used to rely on local SIM cards, many have now switched to a more modern and convenient solution—an eSIM provider. With an eSIM, you won’t need to worry about losing a SIM card or waste time looking for a store to buy one. Here’s what you need to know about traveling with an eSIM.
The Best Places To See The Northern Lights In 2025
The northern lights captivate travelers every year, but they have been particularly spectacular lately. Heading into 2025, the planet will continue to experience some of the best northern lights displays in recent memory—and the travel industry has created more viewing opportunities for those who want to cross it off a bucket list. From Alaska to Norway to cruise ships, here are the best places to see the northern lights in 2025.

Michael Solomon Editor, ForbesLife

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