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Undiscovered Mediterranean Country Named Among Top Destinations For 2025
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As travelers scope out new destinations rather than follow the same old crowd, more and more thrilling destinations are popping up, ready to welcome you with open arms.
Given the landscape of the travel industry’s epic comeback, some destinations are doing the exact opposite, practically yanking welcome mats out from under travelers’ feet.
But there’s one exciting destination notoriously closed-off that has slowly crept open the curtain embracing the outside world.
Better yet, it’s become easier for Americans to visit with less hassle, a bucket-list-worthy loophole, and easy connectivity from major hubs.
Bloomberg, a renowned business and economics publication, isn’t typically a household name for travel expertise.
However, what they are known for is doing thorough research, so when they release a list of top destinations to visit in 2025, you know it’s gotta be juicy!
After whipping out my credit card to bypass their paywall, I can attest it’s true. Highlighting the list was none other than Algeria, a fascinating North African nation largely undiscovered by Western travelers yet ready to take 2025 by storm, becoming the world’s next big thing.
How Does Africa’s Largest Country Go Unnoticed For So Long?
I had the fortune of crossing Africa off my bucket list for the first time this year by venturing into Morocco.
While “Africa” may cue thoughts of safaris, dense jungles, unparalleled culture, and even some of the most dangerous places on Earth, Morocco couldn’t have been a better gateway to discover the delights of this fascinating continent.
That being said, Algeria could easily be classified as the next ‘Morocco’, meaning North Africa’s next welcoming nation.
Just don’t take it literally. These head-butting neighbors have closed shared land borders off for decades, but that brings me to my next point.
Ever go to a party and meet someone who just doesn’t seem to be personable, welcoming, or interested?
That’s kinda how Algeria has been in terms of tourism. You feel their presence, but they just haven’t let their guard down, like the type who comes to social gatherings drinking tonic and limes, but really could benefit from adding gin.
Entering Algeria in the past has been a hassle, but the good news is they’re slowly becoming more traveler-friendly.
So much so Algeria is actually seeing millions of international tourists visit to discover ancient cities, stunning raw coastlines, and immaculate desert scenery.
What Type Of Travelers Will Enjoy Algeria?
You can probably cross digital nomads off the list for now, as there’s still too much red tape, but all others are fair game.
Algeria is truly one of the most wondrous countries in the world, with a diverse range of landscapes and urban sprawls.
Most notable is Algiers, the captivating capital city. This is most travelers’ entry point, but I’ll expose a loophole in a bit.
Visiting Algiers will invigorate all your senses. Here, you’ll find buzzing markets, UNESCO-protected sites like the eye-popping maze of The Kasbah, grand mosques, and a scenic Mediterranean coastline.
Speaking of beaches, Algeria is teeming with untapped potential as your next epic beach getaway.
As mainstream travelers have yet to discover Algeria, there are dozens of destinations boasting pristine waters, coastal charm, and friendly locals ready to show off their beloved hometowns.
Behind Algiers, Oran is the most notable name, but there are also more hidden gems, such as Skikda, Jijel, and Annaba.
For all of the above, Americans still need to apply for a tourist visa for $160, which has long been a deterrent despite 5-star hotels like Hotel El Djazair only costing $91 per night.
Good news is Algeria is also much safer than it used to be. As of September 2024, The U.S. State Department has Algeria graded as Level 2, on par with many of Americans’ favorite vacation spots.
Algeria’s Visa-On-Arrival Loophole
If you don’t want to deal with Consulate bureaucracy, you can opt for a 30-day ‘visa on arrival (VOA)‘ if you venture to Djanet, Algeria’s lost world of the Sahara with some of the most Instagramable sites imaginable, such as Tassili n’Ajjer National Park.
The annoying part is you do have to book a tour from a government-approved agency with a clear-cut itinerary covering southern Algeria.
The VOA also requires a cash payment, so come prepared. Reaching Djanet is surprisingly easy, with connections from Paris via Air Algerie.
Upon arrival, you’ll be mesmerized by jaw-dropping landscapes, old-world traditions, and cultural villages stuck in time – just how locals prefer.
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