El Salvador continues to gain international recognition as one of the most attractive emerging travel destinations in the world. This year, the country has been nominated in two categories of the prestigious Wanderlust Travel Awards 2025, organized by the renowned British magazine Wanderlust.
Two Major Nominations for El Salvador
El Salvador has been nominated as Best Emerging Destination, a category that highlights the world’s most promising and fast-growing travel hotspots.
Meanwhile, San Salvador, the vibrant capital, has earned a nomination as the Most Desired City in the World — a recognition that celebrates cities offering unique experiences, culture, and hospitality that captivate global travelers.
These nominations place El Salvador in the international spotlight and confirm the country’s growing relevance in the tourism industry.
More than 200,000 travelers are expected to participate in this year’s voting, making the Wanderlust Travel Awards one of the most influential recognitions in the travel world.
How to Support El Salvador?
Voting is open until October 17, and Salvadorans worldwide can support the country by casting their votes on the official website:
www.wanderlustmagazine.com
The award ceremony will take place on November 5, 2025, at the National Gallery in London, where the winners will be announced in front of an audience of global tourism professionals and media representatives.
El Salvador also Featured on Wanderlust’s “Good to Go List 2025”
In addition to the award nominations, Wanderlust recently included El Salvador in its Good to Go List 2025 — a curated list of destinations recommended for travel next year.
The magazine praised El Salvador’s natural diversity, rich culture, warm hospitality, and improved safety, noting these as key reasons behind its growing popularity among international travelers.
In 2024, the country welcomed approximately 3.9 million international visitors, and according to UN Tourism, El Salvador ranks among the countries with the fastest tourism growth in the post-pandemic era.
Surf City: A Key Tourism Strategy
Through initiatives like Surf City El Salvador, the government has invested heavily in promoting the country’s coastline as a world-class surfing destination.
These projects not only attract international tourism but also generate local employment, promote entrepreneurship, and strengthen community development along the coast.
More International Recognition
El Salvador is also featured in the World Travel Awards 2025, known as the “Oscars of Tourism,” where several local hotels and resorts have been nominated in categories such as El Salvador’s Leading Hotel and El Salvador’s Leading Resort.
Such recognitions reinforce the country’s growing reputation for offering quality services and authentic travel experiences.
What These Nominations Mean
These nominations represent an extraordinary opportunity to showcase El Salvador’s transformation as a safe, modern, and welcoming destination.
While being nominated doesn’t guarantee a win, it reflects the global recognition the country is gaining thanks to its natural beauty, cultural richness, and commitment to sustainable tourism.
To maintain this momentum, it’s essential to continue strengthening efforts in infrastructure, safety, service quality, and international promotion.
A Nation Ready for the World
Whether it’s through world-class waves, ancient culture, or vibrant city life, El Salvador has proven it’s ready to compete with the best destinations in the world.
These nominations are more than awards — they are a celebration of a nation that continues to shine, inspire, and welcome travelers from every corner of the planet.