'Peak travel' is trending in 2025 - Here are the best places to experience it
As more of us steer clear of busy city staycations and focus instead on disconnecting and getting back to nature, there's a new travel trend that's emerged.
According to Pinterest Predicts, 'Peak Travel' has seen tourists strap on their hiking books and head to mountain ranges as their new go-to destination.
Whether it's charming European alpine towns or picturesque peaks a little closer to home, here are some top spots to breathe in that fresh mountain air.
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The Lake District, United Kingdom
Dotted with quaint towns throughout its charming rolling hills, the English Lake District is perfect for walkers of any ability.
Whether you prefer lakeside strolls or guided mountain hikes, there's plenty of trails to choose from.
Annecy, France
Alpine forests and mountain views don't get better than from this idyllic lakeside French town.
Great for families with young kids and teens, this spot is spectacular all-year round, but visit in the spring and summer months for ideal hiking conditions.
Blue Mountains, Australia
Located just over an hour from Sydney, the Blue Mountains are a treasure trove of waterfalls, hiking tracks and mountain bike trails.
Said to be so named because of the blue haze created by the many eucalyptus trees in the area, the Blue Mountains make for a great day or weekend trip for locals and tourists alike.
Yosemite National Park, USA
Yosemite National Park is in California's Sierra Nevada mountains. It's famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, and for Tunnel View, the iconic vista of towering Bridalveil Fall and the granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome.
Loved by climbers it is the perfect setting to take in the sheer size and scale of the landscape.
Innsbruck, Austria
Home to some of the best hiking trails in Austria, Innsbruck is a nature lovers paradise.
Try the famed 15 kilometre Schaflegerkogel Loop Hike which explores four different peaks before descending into a stunning valley.
Kalbarri National Park, Australia
Showcasing the best of Australian scenery from rocky plateaus to rugged beaches, Kalbarri National Park in Western Australia has endless bushwalking trails to explore.
Temperatures soar in the warmer months, so it's best to plan a visit between May to October.
Perth, Scotland
It's considered one of the best places in Scotland to hike, so make tracks to Perth for the ever-popular walk up Kinnoull Hill.
Meander through pine and beech woodland and be rewarded with incredible views over the river Tay once you reach the top.
Freycinet National Park, Australia
Home to world-famous walks, stunning Tasmania is a worthy destination for those hoping to immerse themselves in spectacular wildlife.
Whether it's trekking the length of Freycinet Peninsula over three days, or speeding through the 600 metre, 20-minute loop around Cape Tourville in Freycinet National Park, the vistas are guaranteed to impress.
Marlborough, New Zealand
New Zealand is famed for its incredible views, so what better way to enjoy them than by traversing the lush rolling hills of South Island's Marlborough region by foot?
The Snout Track comes highly recommended, with this easy three-hour walk taking in the scenic Queen Charlotte View Lookout along the way.
