Welcome La Conner Community to Ciao Teri.
Twice a month I’ll contribute travel tips and real on-the-road tales for all you curious travelers. I’m always open to questions and suggestions. Please email me travel@laconnercommunitynews.org
We’re two months into the new year, and the question on traveler’s minds:
Where is everybody going?
You may want to know for brainstorming reasons, or to avoid the crowds. Cities, countries, regions and trends change year to year. And so do we.
You’ve just finished reading Andrew McCarthy’s story in AFAR about his trip with his son walking the Camino, the Way of St. James. You’ve always dreamed of doing this.
Or you saw a photo in National Geographic about a hill tribe in Papua New Guinea. A side note said there are now tours available.
Perhaps a mention of the Dalai Lama turning eighty-nine years old on a television news brief caught your eye.
You’ve always been curious about Tibet.
Your favorite book is Under the Tuscan Sun. Italy’s calling you.
Whatever your reason to travel, ideas help.
Below are my picks for 2025. I’ve based my choices on feedback from fellow travelers.
Enjoy, Teri
Cities
| Chiang Mai, Thailand | Hill country, temples |
| Barcelona, Spain | Cuisine, architecture |
| Kyoto, Japan | Cherry blossoms, ryokans |
Countries
| Portugal | Coastal charm, Fado music |
| Argentina | Flamenco and nature |
| Senegal | Rich culture, beaches and parks |
Regions
| Galapagos – Ecuador | Wildlife, snorkeling |
| The Terrai – Nepal | Endangered species: One-Horned Rhinoceros, Bengal Tiger |
| Bavaria – Germany | Medieval castles, Baroque churches |
Trendy travel
| Island hopping | Greece |
| Glacier trekking | Iceland |
| Self-drive trips | Namibia |
Most adventurous travel
Gabon, Africa (lowland gorillas, forest elephants)
Have a question or travel related story to share? Email travel@laconnercommunitynews.org
Teri Goldstein is a La Conner Community News contributor. Her column Ciao Teri: Travel Tips and Tales by Teri Goldstein appears online and in print bimonthly. She is also the owner of TG Travel Group LLC, a published journalist, travel writer, author, and travel consumer advocate. She lives in La Conner with her husband and two kitties.
