National Geographic has released its annual “Best of the World” travel list for 2025.
Out of 25 destinations around the world, three in the United States were chosen: Ocala National Forest in Florida, Boise, Idaho, and Los Angeles, California.
The Ocala National Forest has been hailed as one of Florida’s “last wild places,” NatGeo noted in its list.
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While many Florida tourists visit theme parks and beaches, Nat Geo called the Ocala National Forest, the southernmost forest in the United States, a “green oasis.”
The sun rising over the Juniper Prairie Wilderness of the Ocala National Forest highlights the diverse ecosystems that provide essential habitat for endangered species such as scrub jays, red-headed woodpeckers, and gopher tortoises. The nearby Florida National Scenic Trail is a popular backpacking destination for avid hikers and explorers. (Photo by Nick Conzone)
According to Nat Geo, Ocala’s 387,000 acres are home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, manatees, and rare plants, as well as 600 lakes and natural springs.
While expanding recreational opportunities in the area with new fishing piers and trail improvements, the National Forest Foundation is also “working to restore the preserve’s long-pine ecosystem through the removal of invasive species and the planting of seedlings.” ” said Nat Geo.
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NatGeo named Los Angeles to its list of new artworks, saying the city’s cultural scene is experiencing a “jolt of new energy.”
Specifically, Los Angeles’ largest public and private Black art program, called Destination Crenshaw, will occupy more than 2.1 miles of Crenshaw Boulevard, featuring “landscaped community spaces” and more than 100 commissioned works. is on display.
The “Hey Young World” mural painted on the side of a local business in the Crenshaw area of California is one of several artworks commissioned by Destination Crenshaw, the largest public and private Black arts program in the United States. It’s just one of the things. (Photo courtesy of Crenshaw Destination, Dareon Grace)
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art is also completing its permanent collection, the David Geffen Gallery, which is scheduled to open to tourists in April 2026.
In 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will open in Los Angeles’ Exposition Park, displaying works collected by Star Wars creator George Lucas.
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Boise, Idaho, named to NatGeo’s list of cities with the largest Basque population in the United States
The Basques are descendants of Spanish and French immigrants who came to the area to raise sheep in the late 19th century.
Jayardi, one of the world’s largest celebrations of Basque culture, will return to Boise, Idaho in July 2025 after a 10-year hiatus. Idaho has the highest concentration of Basques in the United States. (Photo courtesy of Visit Boise)
Now, in honor of its heritage, Boise is planning to host one of the world’s largest festivals of Basque culture, called Jayardi, in July 2025 after a 10-year hiatus.
“The city’s famous Basque Block downtown hosts daily street parties, dances and musical performances, and Sports Night features wood-chopping and wagon-lifting competitions,” NatGeo said.
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In a statement sent to Fox News Digital, NatGeo Editor-in-Chief Nathan Lamp said the publication is intended to feature destinations that might not normally be on a traveler’s radar. I explained that there was.
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“We have great international adventures, but the three U.S. locations on our list prove you don’t have to travel far to find an unforgettable experience.” he said.
