The diverse archipelago, which is also home to the new Stockholm Archipelago Trail, is definitely worth a visit. National Geographic's list of "The 25 best travel destinations in the world in 2025" is aimed at travellers who are looking for something exotic and want to stay away from the typical tourist attractions.
Why a cruise in the Stockholm archipelago worthwhile
The Stockholm archipelago in Sweden comprises around 30,000 islands and skerries. There is also the Stockholm Archipelago Trail, a 270-kilometre hiking trail that connects 21 islands. It offers a unique opportunity to discover the beauty and diversity of the archipelago, as National Geographic reports.
But you can also discover the archipelago from the water on your own boat. You can discover secluded bays, hidden beaches and charming fishing villages that would otherwise be inaccessible. In our following travel reports, we show you why a trip through the archipelago is worthwhile:
When is a visit suitable?
However, the specialist magazine does not recommend the summer months for a visit to the archipelago, but rather late summer and early autumn. At this time, the sun is still warm, but the peace and quiet slowly returns, giving the area a special atmosphere.
In addition to the Stockholm archipelago, other destinations such as Antigua in Guatemala, Kanazawa in Japan, the Suru Valley in India and the Outer Hebrides in Scotland have also been recognised by National Geographic as top destinations selected for the coming year.
