The Wanderlust team is getting ready for the 2025 London edition of Destinations – The Holiday and Travel Show. This year’s event is set to be an immersive experience for exhibitors and attendees alike, with panel discussions every day, an interview with renowned chef John Torode and an inside look at our Visions exhibition.

Having attended every Destinations show since its inaugural event 30 years ago, Wanderlust is excited to be back for what is sure to be this year’s most anticipated travel show. You can look forward to inspiring talks by Wanderlust Editor-in-Chief and CEO, George Kipouros; Wanderlust Founding Editor, Lyn Hughes and travel experts Simon Calder, Ray Mears and Trevor McDonald.

If you haven’t already, you can claim your FREE tickets with our code PTMWLS here.

Previously known as Wanderlust Photo of the Year, Wanderlust Visions is back for 2025, showcasing incredible and inspiring travel photographs across the categories of People, Wildlife, Culture, Landscape and Türkiye. But this year, we have taken the competition an exciting step further, with the introduction of video categories too, meaning there’s even more ways to tell the story of the inspiring people and places you’ve encountered on your travels.

Come along and see the ever popular exhibition of the finalist competition entries in person and vote for your favourites. On Friday and Sunday morning, you can immerse yourself in the shortlisted videos at the Travel Stage too. Be sure to chat to us after you’ve watched them, we’d love to know what you think!

You can still vote for your favourite entries at the show or here. And you have a chance to win a very special trip to competition partner Türkiye, courtesy of Cox & Kings.

Video Finalists

Date: 31st January and 2nd February 2025

Time: 10:45 – 11:20

Location: The Travel Stage

Photography Finalists

Date: 30th January – 2nd February 2025

Time: All day

Location: Stand AC10

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Learn how to enjoy a sustainable experience away while making a positive difference by attending the ‘Travel as a Force for Good’ panel hosted by Wanderlust’s Sustainability Editor, Diana Jarvis. Hear from the Wanderlust team and travel experts as they discuss inspirational ideas for ways to travel that benefit communities and conservation.

Date: 30th January 2025

Time: 12:15 – 12:50

Location: The Travel Stage

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2025 marks the 200th anniversary of rail travel. With restored and innovative new routes around the world, rail is no longer just a means to an end – it’s part of the travel experience. Hosted by Wanderlust’s Regional Editor Laura Field, the Wanderlust team will discuss the most exciting rail journeys for 2025, both new and traditional.

Date: 31st January 2025

Time: 10:45 – 11:20

Location: The Travel Stage

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Wanderlust’s Founding Editor Lyn Hughes (who has attended every single Destinations Show) hosts a panel of travel icons – Hilary Bradt, Valerie Singleton and Paul Goldstein –  (all of whom attended the very first Destinations Show 30 years ago) as they discuss how travel has changed over the last three decades in what is sure to be a lively and fun session.

Date: 31st January 2025

Time: 13:00 – 13:45

Location: The Travel Stage

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Hosted by Wanderlust Founding Editor Lyn Hughes, the Wanderlust team will highlight inspiring travel choices for countries, cities and regions that celebrate heritage, support communities and protect the environment. Find out why you should visit them this year from the people who know them best.

Date: 1st February 2025

Time: 10:30 – 11:15

Location: Meet the Experts Theatre

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John Torode MBE talks to Wanderlust’s Founding Editor Lyn Hughes about his travel experiences in Western Australia. Listen in as he reveals his favourite places, biggest surprises and how to follow in his footsteps in 2025.

Date: 1st February 2025

Time: 11:30 – 12:05

Location: The Travel Stage

Hosted by Wanderlust Editor-in-Chief George Kipouros, the Wanderlust team will highlight inspiring travel choices for countries, cities and regions that celebrate heritage, support communities and protect the environment. Find out why you should visit them this year from the people who know them best.

Date: 2nd February 2025

Time: 13:00 – 13:45

Location: The Travel Stage

Remember to get your FREE tickets to Destinations London with our code PTMWLS here.

We look forward to meeting you!