2025 is the perfect time to tick off all the places you've always wanted to visit. Planning ahead can help you save money and find the best travel and accommodation options. If you're still undecided, National Geographic's "Best of the World 2025" list highlights 25 incredible destinations to explore next year, including Italian destinations.

Among its featured global destinations, the prestigious magazine has included some sites in the heart of Italy. These are the Cenobitic monasteries, unique places for those seeking peace, spirituality, and natural beauty. In Italy, two of the most renowned are the Monastery of La Verna in Tuscany and the Monastery of Monte Oliveto Maggiore in the province of Siena.