Here’s a curated list of notable attractions and events around the world in 2025, presented in English with key details:
1. Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan
- Location: Yumeshima Island, Osaka
- Highlights:
- A six-month global showcase with the theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives" .
- The Grand Ring, a 2-kilometer wooden structure using traditional Japanese carpentry, offering panoramic views of Osaka Bay .
- Over 158 national pavilions, including Japan’s biogas-powered pavilion and Saudi Arabia’s Gundam Next Future Pavilion featuring an 18-meter-tall robot .
- Cultural events, including a J-pop opening concert and immersive experiences like the Taiyo’s Tsubomi sauna .
- Website: expo2025.or.jp/en/
2. The Line, NEOM, Saudi Arabia
- Location: Tabuk Province
- Highlights:
- A 170-kilometer linear city designed to be car-free, carbon-neutral, and vertically integrated .
- Phase one development includes advanced infrastructure and sustainable design by global firms like Gensler and Mott MacDonald .
- Features high-speed transit, green spaces, and AI-driven urban systems .
- Status: Construction ongoing; partial public access may begin in 2025 .
- Website: neom.com
3. New Theme Parks & Attractions
- Six Flags Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia
- Features the world’s fastest (155 mph) and tallest (640 feet) roller coaster, Falcon’s Flight .
- Legoland Shanghai, China
- Asia’s first Lego-themed park with 75 rides, including a Monkie Kid adventure land .
- Tokyo DisneySea, Japan
- New stage show Dreams Take Flight featuring Disney characters building an airplane .
4. Cultural & Seasonal Events
- Spain’s Festivals
- Las Fallas (Valencia): March 15–19, with elaborate papier-mâché sculptures and fireworks .
- Feria de Abril (Seville): May 2–10, a week of flamenco, horse parades, and traditional costumes .
- Rome’s Jubilee Year
- A once-every-25-year Catholic celebration with pilgrimages, open holy doors, and free access to shrines .
5. Natural & Heritage Sites
- Great Barrier Reef, Australia
- Eco-friendly initiatives and underwater trails to protect marine life .
- Nanjing’s Free Attractions (China)
- Confucius Temple (Fuzi Miao) and Red Mountain Forest Zoo offer free entry on select weekends .
- West Lake Night Cruise, Hangzhou (China)
- Evening tours of the UNESCO site, passing landmarks like Three Pools Mirroring the Moon .
6. Emerging Destinations
- Nuuk, Greenland
- New international airport opens in late 2024, offering easier access to Arctic adventures like dog sledding and glacier hikes .
- Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Fenix Museum (May 2025): Focuses on migration stories through art, housed in a renovated 1920s warehouse .
7. Museum & Art Reopenings
- Studio Museum in Harlem, New York
- Reopens in autumn 2025 after a seven-year renovation, showcasing works by Black artists like Jordan Casteel .
- Musée Granet, Aix-en-Provence, France
- Major exhibition celebrating Paul Cézanne’s 250th birth anniversary with 100+ of his paintings .
8. Sustainable Travel Trends
- Cool-Cations: Destinations like Iceland and the Faroe Islands gain popularity for milder climates .
- Astrotourism: Dark-sky parks in Jordan and Canada offer stargazing opportunities .
Planning Tips
- Check Updates: Verify opening dates for projects like The Line and festival schedules.
- Book Early: High-demand events like Expo 2025 and Rome’s Jubilee require advance tickets.
- Sustainability: Opt for eco-friendly accommodations and transportation, especially in fragile ecosystems like the Galápagos .
For more details, explore official tourism websites or platforms like Timeout for curated guides.