Chiriquí Chosen Among 10 Best Tourist Destinations In The World For 2025

(MENAFN- Newsroom Panama) The Best in travel Region Awards from popular travel guide publication Lonely Planet highlighted the province of Chiriquí as one of the 10“Best Regions in the World” to visit in 2025.
Lonely Planet editors, contributors and experts selected Chiriquí through a vote, highlighting the unique experiences it offers and its strong commitment to sustainability.
From the museums and historic centers of the David district, to the ecological adventures in Boquete and Tierras Altas (with its famous coffee circuit and hiking through incomparable landscapes such as the Barú Volcano) to the paradisiacal islands of the Gulf of Chiriquí, this province is a destination that offers the best of Panama.
“The recognition of Chiriquí as one of the best regions in the world to visit in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2025 awards is a great honor for Panama. This recognition allows us to show the world the cultural richness, biodiversity and hospitality of our people, positioning Chiriquí as a world-class ecotourism destination and we will remain committed to continuing to promote sustainable tourism in this region, so that more travellers can enjoy its natural beauty and vibrant culture,” highlighted Gloria De León, Administrator of the Panama Tourism Authority.
Located in western Panama, Chiriquí is distinguished by its captivating tourist offer, ranging from majestic mountains to dreamy Pacific coasts, all of them recognized for their focus on responsible tourism. Internationally known for the diversity of its landscapes, its exuberant biodiversity, its excellent gastronomy and its award-winning coffee production, the region, also known as the Valley of the Moon, offers a unique combination of relaxation and adventure that makes it unmistakable.
For her part, Jennifer Janson, Executive Director of Marketing for PROMTUR Panama, highlighted:“The recognition by Lonely Planet redefines the future of tourism in our country and establishes new standards of progress for the region, positioning it as a world-class tourist destination.”
Janson added that this award will motivate and encourage international travellers to discover the authentic experiences that the province has to offer. “This recognition includes extensive promotion on the Best in Travel 2025 website and in the print edition of Lonely Planet's best-selling book, available in five languages,” he added.
This recognition adds to other important achievements for Panama, which has recently been highlighted in various renowned publications such as National Geographic and Travel + Leisure, which included the country in their lists of the best adventure destinations for 2024 and the best places to visit 2024, respectively.
This award represents an important milestone for the province of Chiriquí and is a reflection of the continuous effort to preserve the best of its history, culture and natural environment, highlighting its commitment to the best conservation and sustainability practices.
Founded in 1973, Lonely Planet is one of the world's leading publishers of travel guides, publishing in eight languages ​​and serving a predominantly university audience. The Best in Travel awards are held annually and recognise the best destinations in four categories: Best Countries, Best Regions, Best Cities and Best Sustainable Destinations.

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