Christmas holidays 2025 confirm a key moment for Italians who love to travel, and this year there is an important novelty: more and more families choose to bring their four-legged friends with them. According to recent market analysis, 73% of Italians expect to leave during the holidays, with an average expenditure of 794 euros per person. For those travelling with dog, planning requires some extra attention, but opportunities are not lacking.
The most popular destinations for travelers with animals
Naples, Milan and Rome lead the ranking of favorite Italian destinations for Christmas 2025. These cities offer more and more pet-friendly services: from restaurants that accept dogs to urban parks perfect for everyday walks. The mountain remains the preferred choice for those looking for authentic Christmas atmospheres: the Dolomites, the Trentino-Alto Adige and the Aosta Valley offer accommodation equipped to welcome the hairy friends, with walks on the snow and Christmas markets accessible also to the four legs.
Pet-Friendly International Destinations for Holidays
For those who choose abroad, Paris, Vienna and London confirm the most popular European capitals. These cities boast an excellent pet-friendly culture, with numerous hotels, public transport and tourist attractions that welcome dogs. For long-haul travel, New York, Sharm El Sheikh and Dubai attract those looking for different experiences, although in these cases it is essential to inform themselves for time on regulations sanitary facilities, necessary documents and suitable accommodation facilities.
Organize Christmas Trip with Dog: Practical Tips
The 2025 trend confirms that Italian families travel more and more in groups (45% of travellers), often with children and pets. Short stays, between 3 and 5 days, are the most common during the holidays. For those who bring the dog on holiday, it is advisable to book pet-friendly structures in advance, check the access policies to the means of transport and prepare a travel kit with sanitary documents, habitual food and family accessories to ensure maximum comfort to your four-legged friend.
Christmas Events from Not Losing with Your Dog
The ignition of the Christmas Tree of Gubbio, the largest in the world, began on December 7 and will remain visible until January 2026. This spectacular event is also perfect for those traveling with the dog, thanks to the large outdoor spaces where to admire the light installation. Many Italian Christmas markets, from art cities to mountain villages, welcome dogs on a leash, allowing families of live the magic of the parties without having to leave their faithful companion home.