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Looking for travel inspiration for 2025 and beyond? Look no further: CNBC asked 10 travel agents for their recommendations of the most underhyped destinations in the world. We compiled their written answers below, including can’t-miss activities for each locale and the best times of year to visit. You’ll also find average round-trip airfare from U.S. airports. The data, provided by travel app Hopper, is based on average fares that were available to book from Jan. 15 to Jan. 22. Prices are for May-July 2025, when most Americans plan to take their longer vacations, Hopper said. Travelers should aim to book over the next few weeks to score the best prices, it said.
Albania
Valbona National Park, Albania. Eduardo Fonseca Arraes | Moment | Getty Images
Recommended by: Scott Abbott, managing director of Wilderness Travel Why to visit:


