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With the new year comes new opportunities to travel, and we’re curious as to where 2025 will take you. Not sure where you’re going just yet? Have a read below to see which locations are gaining the most popularity amongst our customers!

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Ponta Delgada Airport (425% increase)

If you’re after lakes, valleys, and hot springs, this is the place to be! Our data shows the Azores as having one of the biggest popularity spikes in 2025, with travellers choosing to arrive in Ponta Delgada to kickstart their sunny getaway. Ponta Delgada is surrounded by breathtaking natural wonders, and renting a car is the perfect way to experience them all!

Manuel Antonio Beach

San Jose Airport/Juan Santamaria International (400% increase)

Thanks to its central location, San Jose Airport is the perfect launchpad for exploring everything Costa Rica has to offer. A few hours in your rental car will take you to the stunning Manuel Antonio Beach – a Pacific Coast gem that’s famous for its gorgeous white sands, crystal waters, and lush rainforests full of wildlife. With scenery like this, the road trip itself is half the fun!

San Pantaleo with granite mountains in the background

Olbia Airport (317% increase)

For those of our customers looking to explore Italy in 2025, Olbia may be the best place to start! The surrounding area is rich with charming villages, including the historic town of San Pantaleo.  A true hidden gem known for its quaint streets, vibrant art scene, and stunning views of the surrounding granite mountains. Renting a car here is the ultimate way to experience Sardinia’s natural beauty, local culture, and Mediterranean vibes!

Brisbane River

Brisbane Airport (200% increase)

It seems the calls from the Sunshine and Gold Coasts are especially irresistible in 2025, with 200% more of our customers booking car rental at Brisbane Airport compared to last year. We can’t say we’re surprised – between the Great Barrier Reef and Glass House Mountains, this part of Australia has no shortage of breath-taking views and iconic landmarks that will take anyone’s visit from a simple holiday to an unforgettable adventure.

Sausalito boat houses

San Francisco Airport (62% increase)

It would be near impossible to try and tackle The Golden City without the use of a rental car to get you from A to B. San Francisco is a city packed with iconic landmarks, diverse neighbourhoods, and hidden gems scattered across its hills. Renting a car gives you the freedom to explore it all at a pace that suits you. Whilst you’re there, why not take a short drive across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, a quaint waterfront town known for its stunning views, cosy cafes, and vibrant boat houses!

 

Feeling inspired? Rent a car with Zest for your next getaway!

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So, what are you waiting for? Put something in the calendar today and join thousands of other travellers using Zest!


Katherine

About the author: Katherine

Katherine loves to hop on a moped and explore the hidden gems that a country has to offer. She’s no stranger to travelling on a budget, so keep an eye out for her money saving tips!

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