Calvia has been nominated by the prestigious magazine National Geographic Travel for the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, now in their third edition, in the category of Best Beach Destination in Spain. National Geographic Travel, one of the most influential and internationally recognised travel publications, awards prizes each year to destinations that stand out for their tourism quality, innovation and ability to offer unique experiences to travellers.
The Readers’ Choice Awards are particularly valuable because the final choice is made by the readers themselves, combining the editorial vision with the direct participation of the magazine’s travel community. Calvia’s nomination recognises its leadership as a beach destination in Spain, with more than 50 km of coastline including 15 beaches with the Q for Tourism Quality, coves with crystal-clear waters and fine sand, and a carefully preserved natural environment.
This recognition reflects its commitment to sustainability, excellence in services and the continuous improvement of its tourist offering, consolidating Calvia as an essential reference point for travellers seeking first-class beach experiences Voting is open from 21 January to 21 February 2025, via the magazine’s official website: www.viajes.nationalgeographic.com.es. The winners will be announced on 22 April 2025, consolidating Calvia as a leading destination for beach tourism in Spain.
Based on National Geographic’s “Best of the World 2025” list, which focuses on top destinations for travel rather than a single “best beach” award, the Ocala National Forest in Florida is highlighted as a premier natural, aquatic escape. For island-specific, scenic beach destinations, Palawan, Philippines is often ranked highly by international travelers.
Top Natural Escape (Nat Geo 2025): The Ocala National Forest, Florida, is recognized for its unique, wild, and aquatic beauty, serving as an escape to nature. Top 2025 Island Destinations: Other lists, such as U.S. News & World Report, identify Palawan, Philippines, as a top choice for its dramatic limestone cliffs and white sand beaches. Key 2025 Trends: National Geographic’s, Best of the World 2025 list, highlights sustainable and immersive nature experiences over traditional, crowded resort beaches. Readers’ Choice Winner: National Geographic readers previously selected Sarajevo as the top overall travel destination for 2025.