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10 Top Dream Trips for 2023

With so many more people worldwide planning to travel this year—now that so many countries have dropped their Covid entry requirements—it’s important to book well ahead. These ten travelers have already locked in their 2023 dream trips: They’ve used destination specialists on The WOW List to arrange exciting trips that they’ll be sharing with family and friends in the coming months—and there are great ideas here for the rest of us!

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Morocco: birthday and anniversary milestones

Medina Walls, Marrakech, Morocco

The juxtaposition of palm trees and snow-capped peaks in Marrakech, Morocco makes for a memorable birthday or anniversary backdrop. Photo: iStockPhoto

Bill and Lynn Martin will be celebrating both a birthday and an anniversary in Morocco in the fall, joined by friends Bill has known since high school.

“Morocco has been on our bucket list for a long time. Many friends have raved about their time there. We were uncomfortable traveling there during the pandemic, but now seems like a great time to go. We will start in Casablanca and finish in Marrakech. In addition to the predictable venues, we are excited to include Chefchaoun (the Blue City) and Essaouira. We will celebrate a big birthday for Lynn and our 30th anniversary at the spectacular Richard Branson resort Kasbah Tamadot in the Atlas Mountains.” —Bill Martin

This trip was arranged by WOW List Morocco experts Hicham Alaoui and Radia Tehitahe.   To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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A Galapagos family cruise over Spring Break

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A sea turtle swimming off the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Photo: Shutterstock

Expats John and Janie Strachan are taking advantage of their current homebase in Quito, Ecuador, to bring their school-age kids to the Galapagos in April 2023.

“When we moved to Quito, I immediately went to your website to find people to help plan some of the trips which we had long aspired to make. Back in August, I contacted agents about trips to the Amazon, Galapagos, and Machu Picchu/Inca trail. I really didn’t know how far in advance I SHOULD have started planning, but in response to my timelines and assumptions, they all pretty much said, ‘Nope. Not enough lead time. Wrong time of year. Can’t do it.’ Together, we worked to reschedule and re-order the trips I had imagined, and we made it all work. We had hoped to be able to get two rooms on a ship, we had hoped to get a cruise of seven or eight days, we had hoped that it would be on a catamaran for a smoother trip, and it had to be during the kids’ Spring break. With Allie’s help, we got it all. I have read this line in a lot of trip reviews on your site, but without Allie, we would NOT have been able to make this Galapagos trip happen. At least not the way we wanted with only an eight-month lead. I’d recommend longer — a year — to anyone who asked.” —John Strachan

This trip was arranged by WOW List Galapagos expert Allie Almario. To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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Thailand in June: bonding time with grown kids

Floating market Traders bring fruits and vegetables to a small boat engine sold to the canal in Bangkok Thailand

Thai cuisine—and the bevy of local produce seen here at a floating market in Bangkok—makes Thailand a mecca for foodies. Photo: Shutterstock

Andy and Marci Shapiro booked a year ahead for their adventure to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Phuket with their two twenty-something kids.

“Thailand has been on our ‘must’ visit list for many years. We love Thai food; Thailand’s history and culture are fascinating; it has a reputation of having wonderful people, extraordinary diversity, and unique animal/elephant experiences; and, all of our friends who’ve visited loved it! We always book our exotic and extensive trips well in advance. Allowing ample time to plan has provided so many benefits to us over the years with our travel adventures. They include but are not limited to… getting our choice of hotels; often getting better rates because we book far in advance; getting our desired rooms with spectacular views and ideally a balcony, which is important to us; booking certain excursions; reservations for select restaurants; obtaining great seats for various events; enabling us to use points for business-class airfares if we choose. Of course, having travel insurance is critical!” —Andy Shapiro

This trip was arranged by WOW List Thailand expert Dan Fraser.   To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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Italy: summer trip with teens

Beautiful cityscape skyline of Firenze (Florence), Italy, with the bridges over the river Arno

Florence is a must for many families planning a Northern Italy itinerary. Photo: Shutterstock

After a much-loved family trip to southern Italy seven years ago, Andrea and Dave Phillips and their two teenage girls are returning to northern Italy in June 2023.

“We started thinking about this trip during our trip to Greece this past summer. We usually brainstorm about the next year’s trips during our extended summer trip. It is a great time to discuss future travel wishes for everyone at dinners, on boat trips, midday between safaris, etc. We love the Italian culture, so we are most excited about all of the cooking experiences and excursions that we have planned, as well as the wellness resort and an anniversary splurge hotel in Tremezzina, Lake Como: We are also celebrating our 20th anniversary and we honeymooned in Italy, so the timing works out perfectly. A long, multifaceted trip takes time in order to get the correct stops, excursions and flight patterns lined up, so I started planning with Maria in mid-September. Plus, fall and winter get busy, so it’s one less task to work on with everything else going on, and it’s something to look forward to!” —Andrea Phillips

This trip was arranged by WOW List Italy expert Maria Gabriella Landers.   To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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Indonesia and Singapore in March, before tourists return en masse

Raja Ampat islands, Indonesia

World-class snorkeling and diving attract travelers to Indonesia’s Raja Ampat islands. Photo: Amanresorts

Judy Calvert and Doug Anderson are making the most of their early retirement and getting to Asia before the crowds return, building a three-week trip around a world-class scuba-diving site with the help of a candidate for The WOW List (a destination expert who is being tested for possible inclusion on the List).

“I think because it had stayed closed the longest, there is still an allure that Asia won’t be as busy yet. That is what we are hoping for. The research I did on Raja Ampat was that the snorkeling and diving there should be the best in the world. And because my husband dives, and I love snorkeling, it was on my radar to build a trip around that. But it’s a very obscure area, and when you want to do a VIP trip, of course I thought of Wendy’s WOW List. We are early retirees and we want to do all the big, dreamed-of trips while we are still healthy. Too many times you hear of people who are waiting until they’re retired but older, and all of a sudden the health just isn’t there. YOLO!!!” —Judy Calvert

This trip was arranged by a WOW List candidate. Here’s what that means . To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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The United Kingdom: two countries, three kids, one month

England, Cotswolds, Hidcote gardens. Photo: Jonathan Epstein

To kids, Hidcote Manor Gardens in the Cotswolds, England seems like a fairy tale come to life. Photo: Jonathan Epstein

Greg Broughton and Anne Scott are bringing their three children (ages 8, 5, and 3) to England and Scotland in July 2023.

“We chose to travel to the English-speaking world with our children so that they may more fully participate in the trip due to the common language. We didn’t want them to feel disengaged and disconnected due to a language barrier. We’re starting off in the Cotswolds, which to the kids should feel a bit like a fairy tale. Then it’s on to London for about 10 days. After that, we’re heading to York for the Viking and Roman history (and to hopefully avoid some of the summer crowds). We get a vacation within a vacation at Gleneagles, in the Scottish countryside, which we’re really excited about. We finish up in Edinburgh. Normally, it isn’t until about day five or six of our seven-day vacations that we finally achieve relaxation. We’ve had this summer 2023 trip planned since this past summer, so the hardest part is just waiting for it to finally get here!” —Greg Broughton

This trip was arranged by WOW List UK expert Jonathan Epstein.   To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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Japan in late spring: insider access, local experiences

Kyoto, Japan gardens at Heian Shrine in the spring season. - Image

Cherry blossoms draw travelers to Japan in April, but in May you’ll find lingering blooms and fewer crowds. Photo: Shutterstock

After Covid closures delayed their plans for a year, Andy and Sarah Kaplan are finally taking their four adult kids to Japan (after the sold-out cherry blossom season).

“As our kids have gotten older and they have jobs and lives, their vacation time is pretty constrained, so we are focused on doing really special trips during the time we have. After many Europe trips, we did a safari during summer ’21 — and on that success, started planning Japan for our big ’22 trip. But as we got closer to the trip, Japan had still not re-opened to outside vacationers…so 30 days before the planned trip, we rescheduled for the following year. Our travel expert was great about rescheduling and made things very easy. If I had to narrow it down, it’s the experiences that I’m most excited about. We’ll be sake tasting, doing a cooking class, seeing a master swordsmith at work, enjoying a Ryokan, and several others — including the traditional tea ceremony.” —Andy Kaplan

This trip was arranged by WOW List Japan expert Scott Gilman. To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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Retirement kickoff in southern Africa

A leopard walking around at a national park in Zimbabwe

Spotting a leopard in the wild is a high point for lucky safari-goers. Photo: Shutterstock

Two couples—two of whom are friends since college—are celebrating retirement with an August 2023 trip to South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe.

“I’ve been thinking about a tour of sub-Saharan Africa for 15 years. When we first contacted Julian, he cautioned that our options would be limited in the few months that remained to book the trip for September 2022; our entire group was amenable to delaying the trip for a year. The delay also enabled us to move the trip to Julian’s preferred month of August. Wildlife has always been the greatest African attraction for me, but Julian’s itinerary has taken this trip over the top. Our group is accustomed to going first class, but we were surprised by the combination of 5-star accommodations and fine cuisines in Cape Town, and world-class bush camps. Working Victoria Falls into the mix really made the whole itinerary special. I expect that when I finally hang up my traveling shoes, I will look back on this trip as one of the highlights of my traveling life. Recognizing that fact and with Julian’s counsel that the high-end camps we were seeking filled up early, especially in the prime August window, made the year’s wait worthwhile.” —Stephen Bajan

This trip was arranged by WOW List Africa expert Julian Harrison.   To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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Ecuador for a multi-generational group of 7

Galapagos penguins in Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.

The Galapagos penguin is the rare breed living outside the Southern Hemisphere. Photo: sebastian_photos/Pixabay

Peggy and Bob Schuemann are taking their son, daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren on a spring break trip to the Galapagos and mainland Ecuador.

“This is a Christmas gift for three of our grandchildren. Our four older grandchildren went with us to the Galapagos in March 2013. We think there is no better gift than to share travel with our families, and in particular, our grandchildren. As Americans we sometimes forget that we live in the greatest country in the world. As we travel, especially to many remote countries, we find that many want to visit our country, and many want to live here. When we traveled with our daughter and her family, we spent a couple of days in Quito and went for the day to the market in Otavalo. This time we are going to the Lodge at Mashpi. We think this looks very educational for our three grandsons, who at the time of the trip will be 13, 11, and 7. Previously we traveled on a ship that accommodated around 100 guests. This time we chose a smaller vessel, the Origin/Theory. Many years ago, when we did our first trip with our older grandchildren (and their parents), I decided we all would do ‘reports.’ I make a list of subjects, such as Blue Footed Booby, Frigate Bird, Tortoise, Charles Darwin. We each do several reports and then we present them to one another. This way, when the tour guide is talking about a particular subject, the children, and we as well, are able to chime in with questions or comments. When another trip is announced, the children excitedly ask if they can do reports!” —Peggy Schuemann

This trip was arranged by WOW List Ecuador expert Allie Almario.   To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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New Zealand: 3 generations honor a big birthday

Lupins on the shore of Lake Tekapo, New Zealand.

Lake Tekapo is on New Zealand’s South Island, which offers a bevy of activities from fishing to speed boating to wine tasting. Photo Shutterstock

Alana Jacobson’s dad is celebrating his 80th in New Zealand in April 2023 with a group of six family members, ranging in age from 13 to 80.

“My grandfather was in the Dutch Navy and spent time in New Zealand many years ago. He always spoke about how beautiful it was and how it was his favorite place he had ever visited. So when we asked my dad where he would like to go for his 80th birthday — he said New Zealand! My dad loves to hike, fish, boat, and just be in nature. He also enjoys wine tasting — New Zealand has it all! We are planning most activities together, with downtime for individuals to do what they like. Hiking, wine tasting, kayaking, fishing, helicopter tour, speed boating!” —Alana Jacobson

This trip was arranged by WOW List New Zealand expert Jean-Michel Jefferson.   To get your own WOW trip , start with our trip questionnaire, reached via the black button below.

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The 23 Best Places to Go in 2023

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23 Best Places to Travel in 2023 According to Cond Nast Traveler

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This is part of our global guide to the Best Places to Go in 2023—find more travel inspiration here .

In any given year, the exercise of assembling a definitive list of the best places to travel is both exciting and daunting. After all, we’re never short on inspiring places and experiences we hope to cross off. And so, every fall, when we convene to start the process of creating this list, we do so with great care, enlisting our extensively traveled network of writers from around the world—and for the first time this year, editors from other  Condé Nast Traveler markets—to pitch, endorse, defend, and eventually align on the places we believe that you, as our readers, will most want to travel to over the next 12 months.

Our 23 best places to travel in 2023 is a mix of old favorites worth visiting anew, and lesser-trammeled, even once-forbidden, regions ready to welcome travelers—yet they are all unified by highly anticipated new offerings and evolutions. There’s something here for every kind of traveler, whether you seek extraordinary excursions through ancient rainforests, a blossoming terroir-driven culinary scene, or dazzling cultural calendars packed with world-class music and rare art exhibits. We also believe that there’s more that binds than separates these places: an opportunity for richer engagement with local communities, slower travel, and more meaningful—and joyful—human connection. What could better speak to what we hope for in the year ahead?

Here are the 23 destinations—vetted by  Condé Nast Traveler editors from the U.S. U.K. , Spain , and India —to plan your 2023 travels around. Let them guide your next adventure. —Arati Menon and Megan Spurrell

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Auckland, new zealand.

Go for: Cultural and sporting events, new hotels, improved flight connectivity

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Auckland will be one of nine cities to host the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2023. 

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In June 2023, Qantas will begin running non-stop flights from New York City to Auckland. 

Widely praised for its containment of COVID-19, New Zealand held out until September of this year to finally eliminate travel restrictions introduced during the pandemic. Needless to say, the island nation is mightily gearing up for the throngs of foreign visitors anticipated in the coming year, especially in the city of Auckland .

Air connectivity with the U.S. has never been stronger. Nonstop flights are currently running from six American cities; the world’s fourth-longest leg, Air New Zealand’s nearly-17-hour flagship from New York City, debuted in September. Australian carrier Qantas has also announced its own direct flight to New York City, coming in June 2023.

Meanwhile, Auckland’s jam-packed events calendar seems to be making up for lost time. After a three-year hiatus, the popular Lantern Festival will be held in February 2023 to celebrate Chinese New Year. Pasifika , the largest Pacific Island cultural festival in the world, is returning in March 2023 after a two-year pause. And, in July, the quadrennial FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 will swing down under to nine host cities across New Zealand and Australia, with Auckland’s games held in Eden Park.

Aside from Auckland’s newest attractions that outsiders have yet to experience—like the $350M eco-sensitive Te Wānanga waterfront development on Quay Street—three years’ worth of flashy hotel openings also await. There’s the Park Hyatt , QT Auckland , the charming Hotel Fitzroy , and Hotel Britomart , New Zealand’s only 5-Green-Star certified hotel. Stays in the city pair perfectly with newcomers in Auckland’s rural periphery, like the Scandi-inspired Parohe Island Retreat and golf-centric Te Arai . Should you journey further into Aotearoa, new multi-day tours by luxury rail operator Great Journeys depart from Auckland Rail Station. From the looks of it, 2023 will—finally—give Auckland its time to shine. —Paul Jebara

British Columbia, Canada

Go for: New Indigenous-led experiences and wilderness lodges

The newly opened Klahoose Wilderness Resort invites guests to learn about Klahoose First Nation Culture—and experience...

The newly opened Klahoose Wilderness Resort invites guests to learn about Klahoose First Nation Culture—and experience fantastic wildlife viewing—in British Columbia's remote Desolation Sound. 

The province of British Columbia is renowned for its pristine natural beauty, from the Rockies to the storm-battered islands of Haida Gwaii , and new Indigenous-led experiences are connecting travelers to the cultures most closely tied to the land. At Haida-owned and -operated Haida House —which launched its new longhouse-style oceanfront cabins in May 2022—guests will explore Haida Gwaii while learning about the Haida worldview of Yah’guudang, meaning “respect for all living things and the interdependence that binds us.” Haida House guests will visit the islands’ ancestral village sites—including The Village of Queen Charlotte, which was recently restored to its Indigenous name of Daajing Giids, in an unprecedented move.

Further east, in the interior Chilcotin region of B.C., Indigenous-owned and -operated Nemiah Valley Lodge will open for its first full season next June. The lodge marks the first tourism venture on Tsilhqot’in title lands after a landmark ruling awarded the First Nation rights to their traditional territory. In 2023, they’re adding a sweat lodge experience and kayaking on Chilko Lake—Canada’s highest-elevation freshwater lake—led by Tsilhqot’in cultural ambassadors from the local Xeni Gwet’in community.

Back on the coast, Klahoose Wilderness Resort is also new on the scene, with a focus on Klahoose First Nation culture and wildlife viewing in remote Desolation Sound. There’s also Tofino Wilderness Resort  in Quait Bay on Vancouver Island , which will open under Ahousaht First Nation ownership in 2023. But Indigenous culture will also make its mark in the bustling heart of British Columbia: Salmon n’ Bannock , Vancouver’s only Indigenous restaurant, is opening Salmon n’ Bannock on the Fly at the Vancouver airport, the first Indigenous restaurant in a Canadian airport—and a welcome way to bookend a trip to the region. —Chloe Berge

Central California Coast, U.S.A.

Go for: New wine country stays, standout tasting rooms and restaurants

New accommodations like The Inn at Mattei's Tavern Auberge Resorts Collection are making the central California coast...

New accommodations like The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection, are making the central California coast one of the state's hippest food-and-wine-focused getaways—and there's even more to come in 2023. 

A patchwork of laid-back beach towns , trail-laced redwood forests, and vineyards producing standout Syrah, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay, the Central Coast has been on our radar for a while now. Yet, all at once, it seems the region’s lesser-known destinations are taking on cooler second lives. In the Santa Ynez Valley , cowboy towns like Los Alamos and Los Olivos float on the same intriguing whispers that Joshua Tree did a decade ago (known, but not too known). The valley has emerged as the hippest new getaway for Angelinos, with its mix of funky tasting rooms like disco ball-decorated Future Perfect Wines , casually chic restaurants such as seafood tavern Bar Le Côte , and new accommodations, most notably the Inn at Mattei’s Tavern . Auberge Resorts Collection recently resurrected the latter, a beloved 19 th century landmark with a cabana-lined pool, a spa curated by New York City’s cult outfit The Well , and four restaurants, including a smokehouse that juxtaposes open-fire cooking and Shanghainese flavors. One hour north, Paso Robles , has finally shed its serious oenophiles-only image. Tin City , an approachable collection of wineries and breweries set within an industrial market, feels reminiscent of Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone , and boasts San Luis Obispo County’s only Michelin-decorated restaurant, Six Test Kitchen . Next year, the revival whizzes at Nomada Group will reopen two historic hotels—Farmhouse Motel, a 1940s spot downtown, and River Lodge, set at the entrance of Route 46 minutes from top wineries. They’ve even made the unassuming frontier town of Pozo, 30 minutes from downtown, Insta-cool by recently reviving the Saloon , where Willie Nelson once played, and adding airstreams and glamping tents as crash pads. —Jen Murphy

Go for: One-of-a-kind archaeological museums, waterfront resorts, cruises

The much-delayed Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, pegged to be the world's largest archaeological museum, is set to finally open in 2023 with all objects excavated from Tutankhamun’s tomb.

A far more hopeful period is afoot in Egypt after a decade of upheaval catalyzed by the Arab Spring. This year marked the centennial of the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb—and in November 2022, Egypt hosted the United Nations Climate Summit, COP 27.

Long-laid plans will finally come to fruition in the year ahead, with many high-profile projects, including the much-delayed Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, set to open at last. Pegged to be the world’s largest archaeological museum, the space—slated for a 2023 opening—will contain priceless items, including all objects excavated from Tutankhamun’s tomb. Further touristic draws, Egyptology-wise, stem from the exciting return of certain artifacts from the Metropolitan Museum of Art , as well as the relocation of the nation’s vast collection of royal mummies to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Cairo .

Grander transformations are afoot, with new infrastructure—and a new capital—rapidly taking shape. A development not without its controversies, Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, to the east of Cairo, will replace the current one as the country's governmental center, boasting Africa’s tallest tower and the 22-mile-long Green River Park, designed to look like the Nile River . On that note: Viking River Cruises have expanded their fleet yet again, with the Viking Aton due to launch in August 2023, sailing their popular  Pharaohs & Pyramids  itinerary. Meanwhile, the opening of eco-resort The Chedi El Gouna on the Red Sea is penciled in for December 2022—yet another reason for a multi-stop journey through Egypt. —Gilly Hopper

Galilee, Israel

Go for: Charming boutique hotels, vineyards, improved connectivity

Pereh Mountain Resort is one of several new boutique hotels to have recently opened in this part of Israel drawing...

Pereh Mountain Resort is one of several new boutique hotels to have recently opened in this part of Israel, drawing international tourists to the rural food and wine destination. 

Perched atop a hill and surrounded by olive groves and orchards the Pereh Mountain Resort underscores why Galilee has...

Perched atop a hill and surrounded by olive groves and orchards, the Pereh Mountain Resort underscores why Galilee has earned its nickname as the Tuscany of Israel. 

For decades, food and wine aficionados from Tel Aviv have been making the windy drive north to Israel’s Galilee region, where the landscape unfolds into lush green hills and valleys. For locals, this fertile corner filled with fruit farms, organic dairies, and family-run wineries, has long been revered as Israel’s own Tuscany.

And now, international tourists are discovering the region’s bounty as well: A flurry of new boutique hotels have opened over the past year, including the Pereh Mountain Resort , perched atop a hill and surrounded by olive groves and orchards; and the Galei Kinneret , reborn with a kitchen led by celebrity chef Assaf Granit. At The Farmhouse , which also opened in 2021, guests sleep among vineyards, and after Watsu pool therapy and jeep tours, are invited to pair local wines with artisanal cheeses and local produce. Tiberias, the Galilee’s largest city, is also set for a facelift with a new promenade along the same shores where Jesus is said to have walked on water—and new direct flights to Israel from Atlanta (Delta; starting in May) and Miami (American; beginning in October) will make access in 2023 easier than ever. —Debra Kamin

Go for: City hotspots, island getaways, and dazzling safari lodges

Take advantage of new openings in Nairobi and the Lamu archipelago, then check in to Angama Amboseli, a new lodge in Amboseli National Park opening in November 2023. 

​​ Kenya has long been a big draw for safari travelers, but there’s much more to see beyond the Masai Mara—and there are compelling new reasons to crisscross the country. While Nairobi was often relegated to one-night layovers en route to the bush, innovative new hotel concepts like The Social House Nairobi , which opened just before the pandemic, are beckoning visitors to linger awhile. The 83 sleek rooms are brimming with local products, like Kenyan coffee and toiletries, and the four restaurants and café are hot spots for Nairobi’s creative set to converge. Nairobi’s restaurant scene is also thriving, with creative kitchens like the farm-to-table Cultiva , the brainchild of Ecuadorian chef Ariel Moscardi, who fell in love with Nairobi during a short visit; he’s now at work on an experimental chef’s-table offshoot called Aya set to open next year. Plus, on the heels of opening her home to guests as the art-filled Eden Nairobi in 2021, designer Anna Trzebinski has now set her sights on the coast. She’s taken over three apartments in the beguiling island archipelago of Lamu , filled them with furniture and decor she designed, and will unveil them as Jannah Shela in 2023. With gorgeous indoor-outdoor spaces and a rooftop bar with the best views in Lamu, this is a chic hideaway for a new wave of travelers—both Kenyan and international. For those who can’t get enough of Angama Mara ’s dazzling details, the November 2023 opening of Angama Amboseli brings its contemporary African design to Amboseli National Park further south, where 10 tented suites come with sweeping views of Mount Kilimanjaro . — Sarah Khan

Loire Valley, France

Go for: New hotels and restaurants in historic châteaux, luxury train journeys

Gatronomic getaways like Fleur de Loire opened last July are proving that the Loire Valley has more to offer than...

Gatronomic getaways like Fleur de Loire, opened last July, are proving that the Loire Valley has more to offer than historical châteaux (though there are plenty of those). 

Fleur de Loire from Michelinstar chef Christophe Hay has two restaurants a pastry shop and a 2.5acre garden from which...

Fleur de Loire from Michelin-star chef Christophe Hay has two restaurants, a pastry shop, and a 2.5-acre garden from which his ingredients are sourced. 

The Loire Valley has always banked on its abundance of royal châteaux and lush landscapes to draw in travelers. But it wasn’t until very recently, thanks to the initiative of hoteliers, creatives, and chefs, that the region sought to go beyond its picturesque historical marvels to establish new reasons to visit.

That effort began in 2020, with the gastronomic and nature-inspired getaways offered at Loire Valley Lodges and Les Sources de Cheverny , and has shown no signs of stopping. Raising the bar in a big way has been Fleur de Loire , double Michelin-star chef Christophe Hay’s fine-dining-led hotel in Blois, overlooking the Loire River, which opened last July. Hay restored a former 17th-century hospice to set up two restaurants, a pastry shop, a Sisley spa, 44 elegantly appointed rooms, and a 2.5-acre garden which supplies all of the produce for his cooking.

Yet there is also novelty for those who can’t shake the urge to sleep within the majestic confines of a castle. The Château Louise de La Vallière is a new 5-star Relais & Châteaux offering in forestland tucked between Tours and Amboise, open as of October 2022. Occupying a 16th-century château set within a 47-acre park that served as the first holiday residence of Louise de la Vallière, the first official mistress of Louis XIV, the 20-room property has been restored and redesigned by Jacques Garcia to its centuries-old glory: it approximates the style and customs of the era, down to the period dress sported by staff, in addition to original paintings, tapestries, decorative pieces, and even mealtime rituals.

It makes for a suitable home base to visit the Royal Château of Amboise in 2023 when the Saint-Hubert chapel, the resting place of Leonardo De Vinci, reopens after nearly two years of renovations. The Château will also host a new, year-long exhibition dedicated to Louis XI on the 600th anniversary of his birth.

But the newest way to make a stopover arrives next summer with the inaugural Le Grand Tour experience from Puy du Fou. The six-day luxury train journey spans a more than 2,000-mile tour of France in a Belle Epoque carriage, bringing guests to Chenonceau for a night, with private visits to the namesake château. —Lindsey Tramuta

Marrakech, Morocco

Go for: New riads in the city, desert stays, art and design exhibits

In addition to buzzy new hotel openings in central Marrakech the Burning Maninspired Habitas Agafay has just begun...

In addition to buzzy new hotel openings in central Marrakech, the Burning Man–inspired Habitas Agafay has just begun welcoming visitors to the Agafay Desert, a mere 45-minute drive from the city's medina. 

Marrakech has a dizzying energy that pulls you in, spins you around, and leaves you wanting more. All good reasons to make sure you have a soothing home for the night—and you will, thanks to a handful of exciting openings. Dreamy riad El Fenn has just added ten new rooms in the hotel’s signature style, mixing intricate artisanal details, bold colors, and striking contemporary art. On the other side of the medina, two new spots are coming this spring. Firstly, Rosemary , a bijou new riad with a calming courtyard and sunny rooftop, from Laurence Leenaert, the designer behind the LRNCE brand of ceramics and textiles. In the leafy Hivernage neighborhood, home to some of the city’s best nightlife, a new Nobu hotel will breathe new life into the former Pearl Hotel. Out in the Agafay Desert, a 45-minute drive from the medina, Habitas has just opened the Burning Man–inspired Caravan Agafay . Don’t go expecting rolling Sahara-style dunes—the stone desert here looks more lunar than sandy—but do expect boho tents, swimming pools, moon gazing, and plenty more. 

Marrakech itself continues to be a magnet for artists and designers: The new Monde des Arts de la Parure showcases 3,000 pieces of jewelry, ornaments, and textiles from more than 50 countries in a three-story wood-and-brick space lit by a dramatic octagonal skylight. At the Museum of African Contemporary Art Al Maaden (MACAAL), Malagasy artist Joël Andrianomearisoa’s “Our Land Just Like A Dream” explores traditional Moroccan creative knowledge, filling the museum’s spaces with works made exclusively in Marrakech through July 2023. —Nicola Chilton

Melides, Portugal

Go for: Lesser-known beaches, design-forward stays

The Manuel Aires Mateusdesigned Pa.te.os has just opened in Melides with four discreet houses that blend into 80 acres...

The Manuel Aires Mateus-designed Pa.te.os has just opened in Melides, with four discreet houses that blend into 80 acres of Mediterranean landscape. 

Comporta’s lesser-known sister has been quietly simmering for some time now, but 2023 is set to become the year Melides emerges as the Portuguese beach spot to know. Its alluring landscape of white-sand beaches, pine forests, and rice fields will soon welcome exciting new properties, including Christian Louboutin’s much-awaited Vermelho this coming spring. The designer discovered the charm of Melides early—he’s been visiting for 10 years to design his winter collections, even naming one of his shoe lines Melides—and the boutique property will celebrate Portuguese artisanship and design traditions.

And there are others: Spatia —the Comporta resort frequented by travelers looking for minimalist design and quiet respite—will open a second hotel in Melides in 2023, while Umay’s otherworldly villas, inspired by the geometry of seashells, will follow in 2024. Also new to the area is the recently opened Pa. te .os , consisting of four discreet houses on 80 hectares of land, designed by famed Portuguese architect Manuel Aires Mateus to blend into the Mediterranean landscape.

Hotels aside, other 2022 openings like the Melides Pottery Museum, which celebrates Portugal’s rich ceramic history, and beach-front restaurants like À Toa on Praia de Melides , add to the excitement around this buzzy destination. —Abigail Malbon

Memphis, Tennessee

Go for: New public spaces, restaurants and hotels that highlight the city's heritage

The Memphian Hotel is an eyecatching marker of the city's hotel boom—it's just one of eight new properties opened in 2022.

The Memphian Hotel is an eye-catching marker of the city's hotel boom—it's just one of eight new properties opened in 2022. 

The Memphian Hotel shines a light on the city's heritage through design and cuisine much like the city's coolest new...

The Memphian Hotel shines a light on the city's heritage through design and cuisine, much like the city's coolest new restaurants.

Nashville claims a lot of national buzz, but the city of Memphis has been quietly reshaping itself to be the hottest destination in Tennessee. Over the past decade, its downtown has invested billions in revitalization projects—and now, visitors can begin reaping the benefits.

An upgraded Tom Lee Park will open downtown in 2023, and in time for Memphis in May , a month-long festival celebrating the city’s culture with the famed Beale Street Music Festival and the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest. The $60 million transformation will add new pavilions, meditative paths, riverfront seating, sound gardens, and the Canopy Walk connecting the park to downtown—all a fitting tribute to the park’s heroic namesake, a Black Memphian who, nearly a century ago, rescued passengers from a sinking steamboat on the Mississippi River. Next up: The Walk on Union , said to be the largest new mixed-use development in the Southeast, will play host to retail businesses, green spaces, and two new Hilton hotels as it opens in phases over the next few years.

Memphis is experiencing a hotel boom, with eight new properties in 2022 and more on the way. Recently opened are the funky  The Memphian and Hyatt's first  Caption concept, both of which shine a light on the city’s heritage through design and cuisine, much like the latest crop of Memphis restaurants. Barbecue still reigns, but the city’s trendiest spots are lightening things up: Raw Girls now has two brick-and-mortar smoothie and juice bars, Food Network star chef Tamra Patterson will open a new vegetarian spot in 2023, and craft cocktail bar Cameo , opened this year, serves up sophisticated mocktails. —Kelsey Ogletree

Mendoza, Argentina

Go for: Women-led food experiences, new lodges on iconic vineyards

At the foot of the majestic Andes a crop of stylish new restaurants and hotels—many spearheaded by women—are giving...

At the foot of the majestic Andes, a crop of stylish new restaurants and hotels—many spearheaded by women—are giving travelers a new reason to raise a glass in Argentina's wine capital. 

Toasting with Malbec in front of the majestic Andes is how people celebrate in Mendoza , and a slew of stylish restaurant and hotel openings—many of which are spearheaded by women—provides ever more reason to raise a glass in Argentina’s Great Wine Capital (it is just 90 minutes by plane from Buenos Aires , after all).

Mendoza’s new bodega wining and dining experiences are many. There’s chef Patricia Courtois’s 5 Suelos at Durigutti Family Winemakers (opened April 2022), sommelier Camila Cerezo Pawlak’s Ruda restaurant in Tupungato Winelands (January 2022), and Catena Zapata’s opulent Angélica named for the family matriarch (November 2022).

Zonda at Bodega Lagarde—an organic, B-Corp certified winery that marks its 125th anniversary in 2023—stands out, however, for showcasing the best of Mendoza, from fantastic vintages down to its hard-carved teaspoons. Owner Sofia Pescarmona shares her family’s terroir with guests, who gather herbs and veggies and get a little messy making empanadas during Zonda’s immersive garden-to-table experience. Efforts are rewarded with a nine-course regional tasting menu paired with Lagarde wines, including the refreshing Proyecto Hermanas White Blend that Sofia makes with sister Lucila.

Plus, the latest venture of Susana Balbo—Argentina’s trailblazing female oenologist who helms her namesake winery—saw her lovingly refurbish a mansion with daughter Ana Lovaglio, unveiling it as the seven-suite SB Winemaker’s Lodge & Spa in April 2022; chef Flavia Amad Di Leo runs both the bodega and the hotel’s restaurants. Invigorated by in-room massages and asado by the pool, adventurous guests can then hire the lodge’s VisionAir seaplane, Argentina’s only such aircraft, and explore hidden corners of the world’s eighth-largest country. —Sorrel Moseley-Williams

Mustang, Nepal

Go for: Luxury mountain retreats, rare experiences in a remote destination

From design virtuoso Bill Bensley, the all-inclusive Shinta Mani, set in the remote, once-forbidden region of Mustang, is arguably Asia's most anticipated hotel opening of 2023. 

For decades, Nepal has been the Himalayan destination of choice for backpackers and trekkers drawn to its deep-rooted spirituality, endless adventure offerings, and those sky-piercing peaks. This hasn’t been the case for many luxury-minded travelers, though, who often chose neighboring Bhutan for its superior clutch of upscale mountain lodges. That will change in 2023 as Nepal unveils a wave of first-rate boutique accommodations and experiences.

Much of this shift is courtesy the recent update of Mountain Lodges of Nepal , a family-owned collection of deluxe accommodations scattered around the ultra-scenic Annapurna and Everest regions. By the end of 2023, they will introduce 15 premium, intimate lodges—a mixture of refurbished sites and new builds combining tradition (stone walls and colorful cultural motifs) with modernity (like dramatic floor-to-ceiling glass windows)—while offering multi-day treks, wild honey hunting, and helicopter rides to a Mount Everest-facing Champagne breakfast.

Come 2023, the 29-suite Shinta Mani Mustang, a Bensley Collection , arguably Asia’s most anticipated hotel opening, will open in the remote, once-forbidden ancient kingdom region of Mustang. Spearheaded by design virtuoso Bill Bensley, the all-inclusive mountain retreat brings together Tibetan design (incorporating upcycled materials), traditional wellness programs, unique experiences—like guided explorations of the mysterious, ancient “sky caves”—and unparalleled access to one of the Himalaya’s last frontiers. —Travis Levius

Ollantaytambo, Peru

Go for: Old-meets-new food and drink experiences, eco-stays

Ancestral earthen oven cooking known as pachamanca is offered to guests at El Albergue Ollantaytambo part of the...

Ancestral earthen oven cooking known as pachamanca is offered to guests at El Albergue Ollantaytambo, part of the region's growing effort to showcase Andean food and drink traditions to a wider audience. 

The 100yearold El Albergue Ollantaytambo also functions as a quintessential home base for travelers in the Sacred Valley...

The 100-year-old El Albergue Ollantaytambo also functions as a quintessential home base for travelers in the Sacred Valley, proving the village of Ollantaytambo is more than a pit stop en route to Machu Picchu.

Ollantaytambo is best known for its archeological site, a hillside Incan fortress that draws travelers off the train to Machu Picchu. But of late, the village has also become a terroir-driven culinary epicenter in the Sacred Valley, with local entrepreneurs placing a new era of the Andean food and drink traditions on the world stage. Taste herbaceous high-elevation rums, or infuse your own, at Destilería Andina ; sip Andean coffee, or roast souvenir beans, at Cafe Mayu ; and sample craft beer flavored with local fruit at Cerveceria del Valle Sagrado . Old and new continue to meet, through farm-to-table fare paired with creative cocktails at Chuncho ; meanwhile, tradition takes precedence with ancestral earthen oven pachamanca cooking in El Albergue Ollantaytambo ’s farm tour meals. And look for Destilería Andina’s new location with a full-service bar, opening in mid-2023, near Cerveceria del Valle Sagrado.

Don’t make the mistake of hopping on the train after a meal, either—unique hotels further the case for staying the night. The 100-year-old El Albergue Ollantaytambo is a classic home base, but you can also pamper yourself at the Qolqas Eco Lodge (spa included), or sleep perched in a mountainside capsule with valley views at Skylodge Adventure Suites . The latter opened in 2013, but the brand’s new Starlodge Adventure Suites and onsen are 2022 additions.

Plan your trip around cultural moments for the full experience: The Señor de Choquekillka festival, 50 days after Easter, honors the village’s patron saint with food, music, and dance; locals celebrate the winter solstice in June; and the entire village revels during Ollantaytambo’s anniversary every October. —Nico Vera

Queensland, Australia

Go for: Indigenous-led experiences, swanky new hotels

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Queensland has returned thousands of acres to Indigenous groups over the last two years, a shift that has yielded special new experiences for travelers. 

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New Indigenous-owned and -run experiences include moonlit spearfishing in Daintree National Park, alongside Eastern Kuku Yalanji guides, and Torres Strait Islander-led day trips from Cairns.

Australia is making an effort to return land to its native people, and Queensland has been leading the way, with thousands of acres going back to Indigenous groups over the last two years. For travelers, this shift is yielding new experiences guided by the insight of the original stewards of the land.

The ancient rainforest of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Daintree National Park was part of a parcel returned in 2021, and now the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people are managing the national park alongside the state government. At the newly opened Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre , an ecotourism hub operated by mostly Indigenous staff, visitors walk the land with traditional custodians as guides; Kuku Yalanji Cultural Habitat Tours include night walking, crabbing, and spearfishing under the moon; and on Walkabout Cultural Adventures , Indigenous plants and medicines are highlighted on guided rainforest excursions.

Further north, lands near the Torres Strait Islands—there are at least 274 in the strait between Australia and New Guinea—were returned to Torres Strait Islanders of Aboriginal, Melanesian, and Australian background last year. Now, local Indigenous entrepreneurs have launched companies like Strait Experience , which offers a first-of-its-kind day trip to the islands from Cairns, making the destination more accessible than ever.

Bookend your adventures with a night in any of the chic hotels and resorts set to call Queensland home in 2023, including the Mondrian Gold Coast and the Ritz-Carlton Brisbane, part of the Queens’ Wharf project that is transforming the river’s edge. These join a new luxury hotel faction including The Langham Gold Coast and Dorsett Gold Coast , both of which opened last summer.

Lastly, don’t skip a visit to Queensland’s capital: Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium will host eight games in July and August for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand. Good thing getting to Queensland is easier than ever, thanks to three weekly nonstop flights between San Francisco and Brisbane, added by United Airlines in October 2022. —Devorah Lev-Tov

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Go for: Landmark art and architecture events, atmospheric new hotels

The Sharjah Biennial opens in February to celebrate its 30th anniversary with works from more than 150 artists from 70...

The Sharjah Biennial opens in February to celebrate its 30th anniversary, with works from more than 150 artists from 70 countries (above, an installation at the 2017 event, by Joe Namy).

While it might seem like Dubai continues to monopolize much of the U.A.E.’s glitz and buzz, neighboring Sharjah has been quietly asserting itself as the cultural capital of the Emirates. On the heels of striking new galleries from the Sharjah Arts Foundation and architectural marvels like the Foster + Partners–designed House of Wisdom library, the Sharjah Biennial opens in February, on its 30th anniversary, with works from more than 150 artists from 70 countries. Also on deck is the Sharjah Architecture Triennial, curated by Nigerian architect Tosin Oshinowo in collaboration with visionaries like India’s Rahul Mehrotra and Brazil’s Paulo Tavares. The most atmospheric place to stay in Sharjah is the Chedi Al Bait , a tangle of 53 rooms and eight suites spread across a series of ocher courtyards in the historic district. This year, it gets a refresh with the addition of a 12-room boutique wing built in a 100-year-old family home. There are plush new ways to explore the less-explored emirate’s natural splendors as well. Lux Resorts and Hotels, known for its swanky digs in Mauritius , the Maldives , and China , is making its Middle Eastern debut with two new retreats in Sharjah coming in 2023: Lux Al Jabal is a beach escape overlooking an untouched stretch of the Gulf of Oman, while Lux Al Bridi will be a safari camp brimming with wildlife in the sprawling Al Bridi Nature Reserve. —Sarah Khan

Srinagar, India

Go for: New infrastructure for easier road tripping, elevated nature retreats

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Srinagar, an alluring and once hard-to-visit destination in the Kashmir Valley, is opening up to travelers in a big way in 2023, with new roadways making it easier than ever to get in and around. 

In the heart of the Kashmir Valley, the gem of Srinagar—with its winding waterways and colorful houseboats—is equally alluring and challenging to plan a visit to. Yet the destination seems to be shifting gears, with the government greenlighting development projects that will benefit travelers.

Srinagar has some vibrant new openings:  Karan Mahal , a swanky, intimate stay in the historic residence of Kashmir’s former rulers and amid nearly 60 acres of orchards and woods, launched last year, while  Qayaam Gah , a stylish, Sufi-inspired nature retreat in the Zabarwan Hills, with unfettered bird’s-eye views of Dal Lake, opened this summer. Additionally, Indian Hotels Company Limited (also behind the Taj Hotels) will bring its affordable brand, Ginger Hotels , to Srinagar in the first half of 2023.

The capital is also about to get a boost in accessibility, with a spate of highways and tunnels planned to open in 2023 that will, among other connections, make it easier to drive from Kashmir—across breathtaking landscapes—to neighboring Ladakh, even in winter. Other side trips that will be easier to reach, thanks to the new infrastructure: Sonamarg (which translates to “golden meadow”), a stunning hill station that is poised for substantial tourism development in the years to come, and Pahalgam, an idyllic getaway that has long drawn travelers to its pastoral charms. The latter will see, in early 2023, the opening of  Shepherd’s Barn , a cottage stay by Ramneek Kaur (whose family owns the Bollywood-favorite  Pahalgam Hotel ), which will add rooms to an existing program of craft tours and local activities under the auspices of the Shepherd Crafts Cultural Centre. With so much change underfoot, there is no better time to experience the area— and before everyone else starts to do the same. —Saumya Ancheri

Go for: The performing arts center, two years' worth of hotel and restaurant openings

After a decade of construction the Taipei Performing Arts Center has finally opened—just as the country has begun...

After a decade of construction, the Taipei Performing Arts Center has finally opened—just as the country has begun welcoming international visitors again. 

Elegant towering teahouses, otherworldly landscapes, and culinary excellence have long tempted travelers to Taiwan . Now, after more than two years, the island nation has reopened its borders to international visitors—and there’s quite a bit to catch up on.

One decade of construction later, the Taipei Performing Arts Center is finally open, with three performance spaces housed within sleek geometric buildings. A few kilometers south, the stylish Hotel Resonance Taipei recently unbolted its doors with 175 fresh guest rooms, offering sweeping city views and sleek modern interiors. Just before borders closed, the Taipei location of The Place hotel—equal parts polished and relaxing, with a teahouse in its lobby—opened in Nangang, and a design-forward branch of the Kimpton set down roots in the Da’An District. There’s even more to come, with the Sotetsu Grand Fresa Taipei Ximen slated to open in 2023 in the bustling Ximending, which was just named one of the “51 Coolest Neighborhoods In The World” by Time Out. Plan your meals around any of the five restaurants that earned Michelin stars in 2022: Shin Yeh Taiwanese Signature, Holt, Yu Kapo, Paris 1930 de Hideki Takayama, and Sushiyoshi.

Meanwhile, Taiwan’s oldest city, Tainan, has been attracting travelers who hop on the high-speed rail, headed for one of the 44 restaurants that earned Tainan its addition to the 2022 Michelin Guide . Also making it worth the trip: Anping Tree House, an abandoned warehouse that has been swallowed by banyan trees; the colorful and artsy Shennong Street; and when you’re ready for a nap, Mao House , a chic bed and breakfast that stands in stark contrast to its architecturally staid neighbors. —Ella Quittner

Turks and Caicos

Go for: Easier access to remote islands, cruise upgrades, sleek resorts

Bigdeal infrastructure enhancements are making it easier to reach Turks and Caicos less frequented outer islands...

Big-deal infrastructure enhancements are making it easier to reach Turks and Caicos’ less frequented outer islands, changing what it means to have an exclusive experience in the archipelago.

The exquisite white sands and blue waters of Grace Bay Beach have long been the coveted endgame for visitors to Turks and Caicos . Lately, though, a wave of new hotels and developments in more remote parts of the island chain are changing what it means to have an exclusive experience here. 

Leading the way, the 46-unit Rock House opened this past May, with its sleek Mediterranean style (a departure from the archipelago’s traditional colonial aesthetic), private plunge pools, and sustainability efforts that preserve native foliage and limestone. But Rock House’s real magic is undeniably in its location: a clifftop perch above a secluded beach on Grace Bay’s north shore, where you can while away your days snorkeling in a protected marine sanctuary. More properties slated to come in 2023 include the 31-acre South Bank Turks & Caicos , a residential resort and marina, opening in March, at the top of Long Bay Beach with 18 waterfront villas and a five-acre swimming lagoon. The Strand Turks & Caicos will follow later in 2023, 20 minutes south of Grace Bay, with oceanfront residences and what feels like its own peninsula on Cooper Jack Bay.

Big-deal infrastructure enhancements are also making it easier to reach Turks and Caicos’ less frequented outer islands. On Grand Turks, a $25 million dock extension is set to welcome larger cruise ships in 2023. And on tiny South Caicos, a significant upgrade to the single-runway South Caicos Airport is scheduled for completion in June, meaning improved access to the least populated of the islands—like the uber-luxe Sailrock Resort , a favorite of celebs like Justin Bieber and Regina King. —Nina Kokotas Hahn

Go for: A revived cultural calendar, dazzling new hotels

In 2023, Vienna will welcome the return of the Viennese ball season after a two-year hiatus. 

Vienna has long been a European capital of groundbreaking art and music, and in 2023 the city has several landmark anniversaries on its cultural calendar.

After a two-year hiatus, the 2023 Viennese ball season promises lush nights of live orchestral music and dancing in black-tie. Two of the year’s sparkliest, the Vienna Opera Ball and the Vienna Philharmonic Ball, are also marking their 65th and 80th anniversaries, respectively. The latter is returning  on January 19 with performances by the legendary orchestra. Meanwhile, the Opera Ball, to be held  on February 16 , will host dancing “Under the Sign of Solidarity”—the night’s theme—in collaboration with  Österreich hilft Österreich (Austria Helps Austria) to fundraise for those most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Belvedere, home to Gustav Klimt’s famous  The Kiss , is celebrating 300 years since its completion with a year-long exhibition, “ The Belvedere: 300 Years a Place of Art ,” paying homage to the museum’s impact on Viennese art history. Also not to be missed in 2023: “ Klimt. Inspired by Van Gogh, Rodin, Matisse… ,” a collaborative exhibit by the Belvedere and the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, showcasing the prominent artists who influenced the master of Viennese Modernism.

Kick your feet up at Vienna’s chic new hotels. The  Rosewood Vienna , which opened in 2022, will welcome its first full year of guests with the new Asaya Spa. Then, in late 2023, The Hoxton is set to open a 196-room hotel featuring an events auditorium (a first for the hotel brand) honoring Vienna’s legacy as a hub for live entertainment and culture. —Matt Ortile

Go for: Locavore food experiences, forest hotels and saunas

In lush Wales a foodie renaissance is taking place—drawing travelers to terroirdriven restaurants distilleries and...

In lush Wales, a foodie renaissance is taking place—drawing travelers to terroir-driven restaurants, distilleries, and revived pubs in untrammeled areas. 

A Welsh foodie renaissance has, admittedly, taken a while to arrive. But a new generation of chefs are digging into their terroir and emerging with handfuls of truffles, scallops, and cheeses, from James Sommerin’s Home restaurant in Penarth, to SY23 in seaside Aberystwyth, headed by Great British Menu finalist Nathan Davies. There’s also been the rise of hard-to-reach destination restaurants determinedly doing their own thing, such as Annwn in deepest Pembrokeshire, where Matt Powell forages most of his ingredients from the shoreline (the project is currently on hold as it relocates), and Gareth Ward’s Ynyshir in the Dyfi Valley , which was just awarded a second Michelin star. Ward’s empire will grow in 2023 with the opening of eight-seat Gwen—named after his mother—with sourdough pizzas on the menu. Paternoster Farm , meanwhile, set in a former Pembroke cowshed, is doing wondrous things with Porthilly oysters, Welsh Mountain lamb, and sea beet—with its Five Mile Feasts, a special menu, gathering up all sorts of local treasures. 

In Cardigan, the Albion Aberteifi —certainly the coolest hotel to arrive in Wales in years—is set to open a Scandi-Japanese restaurant on the river bank in 2023, along with a woodland onsen and spa. Wales seems to be turning into a hub for the UK’s thriving outdoor sauna scene: Snowdonia-based Heartwood Saunas is launching a new forest project this December, where groups of up to 10 can use a wood-fired sauna before jumping in the pools of the River Dulas (or head to the yoga deck), all while surrounded by old oak trees and natural pools. In Carmarthenshire, the seven-mile stretch of Pendine Sands is enjoying a revival. Caban hotel is opening in the spring alongside the Museum of Speed , which celebrates the many land-speed records made on the beach—including one by actor Idris Elba in a Bentley Continental GT. Reducing the speed a notch, a new slow-travel route of roads and walking paths, The Wild Drovers’ Way , unfurls over 180 miles from the foothills of the Cambrians into the Brecon Beacons—a lovely way to appreciate some of Wales’ rural highlights.

If you need somewhere to toast all this, you could head to Swansea, where Penderyn will open its new whisky-distillery experience in March, while in Cardiff, the St Fagans Museum of National History has been rebuilding the iconic Vulcan pub (beloved of Manic Street Preachers) on its grounds, set to open in 2024. Lechyd da! —Rick Jordan

Western Japan

Go for: Expedition cruises in the Seto Inland Sea, new onsen experiences

Luxury small ship company Ponant will launch a first-ever expedition cruise from Osaka in 2023, exploring old feudal towns and traditional fishing villages on Japan's oldest sea route. 

New luxury openings and a world’s-first expedition cruise are among a plethora of reasons to head for western Japan in 2023. In the Seto Inland Sea, which separates Japan’s main island of Honshu from the islands of Shikoku and Kyushu, luxury small-ship company Ponant has announced a first-ever expedition cruise from Osaka in 2023, which will sail along Japan’s oldest sea route. Exploring old feudal towns and traditional fishing villages on the coast of Honshu, as well as Inland Sea islands such as Inujima—once a copper mining hub and now one of the famous contemporary “Art Islands”—the 264-guest Le Soléal will chart a seven-night course towards the Sea of Japan, starting in May 2023. Also in the Seto Inland Sea, in a forest on Awaji Island, wellness retreat Zenbo Seinei just opened its doors. Designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Shigeru Ban, it features a 21-meter-long gallery for zazen meditation and a restaurant celebrating Japan’s culture of fermented foods.

On Kyushu island , the new Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen now conveniently connects cosmopolitan Nagasaki to Japan’s vast bullet train network. Good thing, as there’s a new Ritz-Carlton coming in the summer of 2023 to the vibrant, gateway city of Fukuoka ; and in the hot-spring town of Yufuin, Kengo Kuma—the architect behind the Japan National Stadium for the Tokyo 2020 games—has completed a new gallery at Comico Art Museum to house works by Yayoi Kusama, Takashi Murakami, and Hiroshi Sugimoto, among others, as well as two exclusive-use “Art Houses” with private onsen baths. Nearby, Kuma has also created the gorgeous KAI Yufuin , a contemporary onsen ryokan with views of Mount Yufu and enveloped in rice terraces whose beauty changes with the seasons. —Kate Crockett

Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico

Go for: Design-forward boutique hotels amid the region's jungle and waterways

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The Yucatán Peninsula is already an easy-to-love destination—its food heritage just one of the reasons to visit—but a boom of design-forward stays are upping the ante. 

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Just outside of Mérida, above, travelers will find the new Galopina, a five-bedroom, family-run guesthouse from Mexican owners Elisa Navarrete and Guillaume Galopin.

With a boom of design-forward stays opening their doors—in an already easy-to-love destination marked by verdant jungle and brilliant waterways—the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico’s southeastern bounds is poised to be one of the most enticing areas to visit this year.

The 22-bungalow Boca de Agua is set to open in April in Bacalar , with suites designed by architect Frida Escobedo, who was recently tapped for the forthcoming contemporary art wing at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City . North of Bacalar, tucked within the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve is Casa Chablé , which will open in December 2022 with 10 rooms and bungalows. Guests take a 40-minute boat ride through lush mangrove forests, to arrive at the resort’s 12 acres of tropical jungle fronted by white-sand beaches. Plus, situated in the tranquil Xpu-ha cove, between the two bustling towns of Tulum and Playa del Carmen, the ultra-luxurious boutique property Hotel Esencia opened in November as one of the most refined offerings in Riviera Maya: the Esencia Mansion, a four-bedroom private hideaway with its own speakeasy, cinema, and rooftop infinity pool. And just outside of Mérida is the new Galopina , a five-bedroom, family-run guesthouse from Mexican owners Elisa Navarrete and Guillaume Galopin. After a stint in Paris , they returned to their home country and created their dream homestead in the jungle with miles of trails, organic gardens, and guest rooms offering meditative terraces. In May 2023, Maroma, A Belmond Hotel , will reopen on the Riviera Maya with 10 new waterfront suites, a culinary program overseen by chef Daniel Camacho, and a new look that will showcase Mayan culture and design with work by local artisans. —Michaela Trimble

Zamora, Spain

Go for: Romanesque architecture, dazzling lakes, and improved access from Madrid

Aceaas de Olivares next to Zamora city Spain. An evocative scenario of a rurality still very close to us...

Zamora, which is known for having the most Romanesque architecture in Europe, is becoming a European World Heritage Site in 2023—perfect timing, as a new high-speed train from Madrid makes it easier to reach than ever. 

Few know—even in Spain —that Zamora is the city with the most Romanesque architecture in Europe, but it was reason enough for UNESCO to make Zamora a European World Heritage Site for 2023. Additionally, its proximity to Madrid —an hour away thanks to a new high-speed AVE train, inaugurated just a year ago—put this underrated town high on our must-visit list.

But there is more to Zamora, such as its enormous modernist legacy and its Lagunas de Villafáfila, a collection of lakes that are home to thousands of migratory birds each season. There’s even more to see, scattered throughout the province: Lake Sanabria is the largest glacial lake in the Iberian Peninsula, and just a few miles away, Puebla de Sanabria is considered one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. Towards the east you will find Toro, the epicenter of bold red wines—and home to critically acclaimed winery Numanthia that’s credited with putting the wine region on the map. Not far away, in the heart of Tierra de Campos, snag a table at Lera , which got its Michelin star in 2022, and is a favorite among wild game enthusiasts.

Finally, to the south, Arribes del Duero shows that Zamora province has it all—even fjords. Beautiful crags and cliffs mark the border with Portugal in a natural park that has become a center for viticulture and attracts reputed international winemakers. Olive, citrus, and other fruit trees, artisanal ceramics, and stunning natural beauty turn this secluded corner into a Mediterranean paradise. Consider the luxurious Hacienda Zorita Natural Reserve , and the Castillo de Buen Amor (refurbished in 2021) in Salamanca, just a 30-minute drive away, the perfect setting for your quaint Zamora escape. —David Moralejo

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2023 bucket-list trips you should start planning now

Maya Stanton

Jan 2, 2023 • 12 min read

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Want to start planning for the year ahead? Here are more than 20 reasons to consider a once-in-a-lifetime trip in 2023. 

WorldPride crosses the equator

Since its inaugural event in Rome more than two decades ago, this semiannual global celebration of LGBTIQ+ pride has never been held in the Southern Hemisphere – until  2023 , when it will touch down in Sydney for 17 days of parades, parties, exhibits, immersive art installations, sporting events and more. 

Key dates: Though the extravaganza runs from February 17 to March 5, things really kick off with an opening concert on February 24 starring Kylie Minogue – “not only a beloved musician and rainbow icon, but the highest selling Australian-born solo artist of all time,” per Sydney WorldPride CEO Kate Wickett. The Bondi Beach Party on March 4 is another hot ticket, with Nicole Scherzinger set to headline.

The 12 most LGBTIQ+ friendly places on Earth

A woman in a yellow bathing suit walks along a beach in Dominica.

Dominica parties hard

One of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel picks for 2023 , the Caribbean island of Dominica has a big year ahead. Its three main festivals are back in business: following successful runs in 2022, Jazz N’ Creole and Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival are returning, and Mas Domnik, aka “The Real Mas,” is back for Carnival for the first time since the pandemic.

Key dates: Mas Domnik , February 20 to 21; Jazz ‘N Creole , April 30; World Creole Music Festival , October 27 to 29.  

Latin American and Caribbean Carnivals for every traveler

Burning Man explores its animal instincts 

Welcoming 75,069 participants at its peak in 2022, Nevada’s artsy, week-long Black Rock Desert gathering returns in 2023 with the theme Animalia . 

“This year’s Burning Man theme will celebrate the animal world and our place in it – animals real and imagined, mythic and remembered – and explore the curious mental constructs that allow us to believe that imagined animals are real, real animals are imagined, and that somehow, despite all evidence to the contrary, mankind is somehow not part of the animal kingdom,” writes Stuart Mangrum for the blog Burning Man Journal.

Key dates: The event is scheduled for August 27 to September 4. Ticket on-sale  dates have yet to be announced for 2023, but early passes have previously gone on sale in February, the main sale in late March and last-minute tickets at the beginning of August. Prior registration is required for all options. 

Sporting and cultural events 

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At this point in the NFL season, the teams battling it out for Super Bowl supremacy are still to be determined – but we do know Rihanna is providing the halftime entertainment. If that’s enough to pique your interest (and how could it not be?>), tickets are still available (on the resale market, for big spenders only). And there’s plenty to do in the Phoenix metro area before and after the big game, which is taking place at State Farm Stadium Glendale, home to the Arizona Cardinals .

Key date:  Super Bowl LVII will take place on Sunday, February 12. 

2023 FIA Formula One World Championship

Engines will be revving in Bahrain  come early March, with three days of testing leading up to the first race of the F1 season at the track in Sakhir . 

Key dates: Testing begins March 3, then the 2023 season kicks off with the Bahrain Grand Prix on March 5. 

Where and how to watch sport like a local

Four people sit on a bench by a lake in a park with cherry trees in blossom, Tokyo, Japan

Sakura season 

Japan has finally reopened to individual travelers, so if catching the cherry blossoms at their peak has long been on your list, now’s a great time to go. While you should check the forecast before committing to a particular region (the trees are in full bloom at staggered times across the country),  Fukuoka is a safe bet for hanami (cherry-blossom viewing) in March. The biggest city on the southern island of Kyūshū , this  Best in Travel pick offers fantastic food and a beautiful bounty of flowering trees. 

Key dates: Because it’s a natural phenomenon, there’s no set schedule here. In 2022, the bloom began in mid-March and peaked a couple weeks later, per Kyuhoshi.com  – but you’ll want to keep an eye on the forecast as the season draws closer before making any nonrefundable plans. 

Eurovision Song Contest

Typically the winning country hosts the Eurovision finals the following year, but when Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra took home the coveted glass microphone in 2022, plans had to change. A twin city of Odesa , Liverpool was chosen from a shortlist of seven cities to host on behalf of the besieged Eastern European nation in 2023.

Key dates: The Eurovision semifinals are slated for May 9 and 11; the final showdown follows on May 13. 

10 things Liverpool locals want you to know before you visit

An aerial view of Westminster Abbey, London.

Coronation of Charles and Camilla

This spring, King Charles III and the Queen Consort Camilla will be crowned at Westminster Abbey , continuing 900 years of tradition. Unless you’re an A-lister, the ceremony isn’t open to the public, though traditionally there’s been a procession through the streets of London afterward. Reports indicate that given the current economic climate this will likely be a more modest affair than Elizabeth II’s back in ’53. Still, expect rates on accommodations to soar and availability to be minimal around coronation weekend.

Key dates: The coronation is scheduled for May 6.  

Where to explore royal history in London

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

If it felt weird to watch the World Cup ahead of the winter holidays rather than over the summer, not to worry – the international soccer competition returns to its usual season in 2023, when women’s teams from 32 countries take the pitch in Australia and New Zealand . 

Key dates: The group stage begins July 20, and the round of 16 starts August 5. The quarterfinals take place on August 11 and 12 and the semis on August 15 and 16. The third-place game will be held on August 19 and the final on August 20. 

Rugby World Cup 2023

South Africa will defend its title, Portugal will play its first match on this stage in 16 years and Chile will join the fray for the first time ever when the Rugby World Cup comes to France . The pool matches will be played at stadiums across the country, from Paris to Marseille  and  Lyon to Lille  – on the off chance you need an excuse for a road trip . 

Key dates: The opening match kicks off September 8, the quarterfinals are October 14 and 15 and the semis are October 20 and 21. The bronze final is October 27, and the final is October 28. 

Museum openings

Exterior, International African American Museum, Charleston, SC

International African American Museum

More than 20 years in the making, the International African American Museum opens in 2023 in Charleston , South Carolina . 

Covering almost 150,000 sq ft of exhibition, learning and interpretive space on the site of a notorious former slave-trading port, the Henry Cobb–designed IAAM has nine galleries with exhibitions delving into the horrors of slavery and the African diaspora’s contributions to US history, among other themes. There’s also a memorial garden, an infinity reflection pool and a Center for Family History​ that will serve as a much-needed resource for African American genealogy.

"The International African American Museum’s work meets at the intersection of local, national and international stories that comprise a holistic view of the African American journey," chief learning and engagement officer Malika Pryor-Martin tells Lonely Planet. "[It's] not a monument to the carnage and injustice that was the slave trade. It is a testament to the fundamentally human experience of African American people who navigated great pain and joy: a people who survived and triumphed and are here now, telling their own story." 

Key dates: The IAAM was scheduled to open in late January, but it's since been delayed due to unforeseen circumstances. It's still slated for 2023, though, so keep an eye on the official site and socials for updates.

Grand Egyptian Museum

After years of delays (both COVID-related and not) Giza’s long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum finally looks set to open. The showstopping US$1.1 billion, 484,000-sq-ft facility has “jutting, prowlike lines [that] resemble an enormous ship run aground in the desert,” National Geographic reported in October, housing 12 exhibition halls and 100,000 artifacts, including more than 5000 burial treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamun – on display together here for the first time ever. 

Key dates: Doors should be opening any day now. As of mid-December, the GEM had hosted a limited number of private events and group visits, with a trial phase for public visits due to be announced “soon,” per the museum’s Instagram . 

Experience Egypt’s epic history by getting up close with these latest discoveries

Robot Science Museum 

Back in 2019, Istanbul- and Seoul-based Melike Altınışık Architects won a design competition for a new Seoul museum dedicated to robotics – to be built by them, too. The RSM was slated to open in late 2022 in Chang-dong’s “New Economic Center,” and while updates haven’t been forthcoming, we’re hopeful this is the year. 

Key dates:  TBA. 

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The facade of Renzo Piano's new Istanbul Modern, shot from a side angle and lit up at dusk

Istanbul Modern 

After four years at its temporary home in Beyoğlu , Turkey’s first museum of contemporary art is set to reopen at its original location in Karaköy , in stunning new digs designed by architectural maestro Renzo Piano. The five-floor, 15,000-sq-m (161,459-sq-ft) space will include an outdoor cafe and sculpture garden, a below-ground cinema and a rooftop deck – not to mention permanent and temporary galleries boasting 3300 sq m (35,521 sq ft) of exhibition space. 

Key dates:  Piano's first project in Turkey will be unveiled for visitors on May 4.

14 must-do things on your trip to Istanbul

A view of El Capitan mountain in Yosemite shows the "firefall" - a natural phenomenon when a waterfall appears as though it's glowing.

Catch the Yosemite firefall

Between mid- and late February, when the conditions are just right, Yosemite National Park ’s Horsetail Fall glows electric-orange at sunset, giving the illusion of a plummeting flume of fire. In recent years, it’s become a can’t-miss event . (Blame social media.)

Key dates: Though it’s impossible to predict the exact dates the phenomenon will occur, it almost always happens in February. If your schedule’s flexible, check it out during the week; you’ll need a reservation on the weekends of February 10 to 12, February 17 to 19 and February 24 to 26. 

Aurora borealis and silhouette of standing man and woman who pointing finger on northern lights. Lofoten islands,Norway. Aurora. Sky with stars and polar lights.

See the northern lights

Though the next solar maximum isn’t expected until 2025, the sun’s activity ramps up as the maximum grows closer, making 2023 as good a time as any to go looking for the aurora borealis. Head north : you’ll have the best odds in Iceland , Norway and Greenland , as well as towns like Fairbanks , Alaska , and Churchill , Canada . 

Key dates: The best time to see the northern lights varies by location, however the northern hemisphere's winter is the ideal time for a visit. Here's what you need to know about planning a trip to see the northern lights in Europe . 

Make a reservation at a US national park 

Many of the USA ’s national parks had timed-entry requirements during and in the aftermath of the pandemic, the majority of which have begun to ease. Yosemite announced in September that it was rolling back the reservation system for guests in summer 2023, while other parks still require permits year-round for certain activities, including viewing the sunrise at  Haleakalā National Park and climbing Angels Landing at Zion National Park . 

Key dates:  Currently, most national parks have yet to announce whether or not reservations will be required during peak season (usually mid-May to mid-September) – so one park in particular is on your bucket list, keep checking for news. Of course, permits are still required to camp in the national parks, with most reservations opening up a few months in advance; specifics vary from park to park . 

Woman walking along the edge of a cliff on the Inca Trail.

Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

One of Peru’s most iconic treks, the 24-mile (39km) Inca Trail reopened to hikers in 2022. At first it wasn’t as busy as it had been before the pandemic , but things have since picked up.

Only 500 people are allowed on the Inca Trail per day, and only 4000 or so can enter Machu Picchu , so get your trip on the books as soon as possible to get your first choice of dates (and to have time to train for the challenging climb). 

Key dates: High season is between June and September , so book well in advance if you’re considering a trip then. Be sure to pick a reputable operator, as there were reports of overbooking last summer. 

How hiking the Inca Trail with my mom revamped our entire relationship

Schedule a safari 

Whether your dream trip has you following the Great Migration in Kenya or Botswana , Zambia or Namibia , there’s a safari experience that’s right for you. Deciding on a destination is half the battle; once you’ve worked that out, it’ll be much easier to determine the best time to go. 

Key dates: In general, aim to book your safari between June and September, but look into the specifics before booking any nonrefundable fares. Remember that some countries have stellar wildlife watching year-round (or at least as late as October and November).

Cars driving the crowded Going-to-the-Sun road on the 4th of July national holiday

Take the wheel on Going-to-the-Sun Road 

You’ll be limited to 40mph at lower elevations and 25mph at alpine heights, but no matter – the thrill of driving Glacier National Park ’s Going-to-the-Sun Rd doesn’t involve high speeds. It’s all about the scenery: winding through 50 miles of natural splendor, this is one of the most spectacular stretches of pavement in the country .

Vehicle reservations were required between late May and mid-September in 2022, but the situation is still TBD for 2023, so keep an eye on the park's official site for news and updates. 

Key dates: While the low-elevation sections of the road remain open year-round, the more treacherous parts remain closed until the weather cooperates. Usually it’s fully open by early July, though in 2022 late winter weather pushed things back to July 13. 

Two incredible itineraries to explore Montana's Glacier National Park

Watch the solar eclipse 

Don’t look directly into the sun if you’re out and about in the Western Hemisphere this fall, when an annular solar eclipse is set to leave parts of North, Central and South America in shadow. 

These are 5 of the world's best places for stargazing

According to NASA, the eclipse “will begin in the United States, traveling from the coast of Oregon to the Texas Gulf Coast. Weather permitting, the annular eclipse will be visible in Oregon, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, and Texas, as well as some parts of California, Idaho, Colorado, and Arizona. [It] will continue on to Central America, passing over Mexico, Belize, Honduras, and Panama. In South America, the eclipse will travel through Colombia before ending off the coast of Natal, Brazil, in the Atlantic Ocean.”

Key date: October 14

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Are you someone who likes to travel — to other countries, neighboring cities or just to new sites in your hometown? If so, why do you enjoy traveling? If not, why not?

As pandemic restrictions have largely been lifted across the globe, where do you now dream of visiting?

In its annual “ 52 Places to Go ” feature, The Times’s Travel desk highlights trip ideas for the year. Here are a few of the destinations the editors suggest visiting in 2023:

London Between an altered post-lockdown landscape, sensational changeovers at 10 Downing Street and the death of Queen Elizabeth II, there is no doubt that London is in transition. But the city continues to juxtapose old traditions and new possibilities, offering something for everyone who loves culture, history, art and nightlife. For fans of the royal family, and maybe a few naysayers, the crowning of King Charles III, Britain’s first coronation in seven decades, will be the main event in May. There’s also the revamping of Battersea Power Station, an iconic former coal-fired power plant, into a shopping and leisure hub, and a new line on the Underground will directly connect Heathrow Airport to the central boroughs. A cast of a titanosaur, the largest creature ever to walk the planet, will make its European debut at the Natural History Museum, and late-night obsessives can head to newly opened dance clubs like the Beams. Big changes, yes, but a wealth of new choices, too. Accra, Ghana Accra’s food scene typically consists of two schools: “chop bars” that serve traditional, cheap meals like fufu (made from pounded cassava, green plantains or yams) with tomato-based spicy soup, and pricier restaurants serving foreign fare. Travelers to Accra, Ghana’s capital, can now see a new wave of chefs and entrepreneurs bridging this gap by emphasizing and innovating with local produce. At the Mix, a new restaurant and design hub, the West African staple gari (granulated cassava root) is dyed pink with beetroot and accompanies squid in a passion fruit sauce. Kerala, India We travel to immerse ourselves in other cultures, but some forms of community tourism put residents on display without offering benefits. Not so in Kerala — a southern Indian state celebrated for its beaches, backwater lagoons, cuisine and rich cultural traditions like the Vaikathashtami festival — where the government has adopted an award-winning approach that allows visitors to experience village life while supporting the communities that host them. In Kumarakom, one of several “responsible tourism destinations” in the state, visitors can paddle through jungly canals, weave rope from coconut fiber and even learn to climb a palm tree. In Maravanthuruthu, visitors can follow a storytelling trail and enjoy village street art before taking in an evening performance of a traditional temple dance. Taipei, Taiwan Taipei is a glorious assault on the senses, a capital with stunning natural beauty, low crime, and clear air despite its immense urban sprawl. From its neon-lit night markets to its Qing dynasty temples, visitors can feel the quiet drum of independent pride, however fragile its future. The Black Hills, South Dakota The Lakota people trace their creation to the He Sapa, or Black Hills, a mountain range of dramatic peaks and pine forests in an area that is South Dakota’s chief tourism attraction. Now, representatives of all nine tribes in the state — working as the South Dakota Native Tourism Alliance — are having a say in how to experience Native American sites with the publication of a new tribal nations’ visitors guide, including destination suggestions and tips on visitor etiquette. The assembly helped identify the Great 8, eight sites and experiences — among them powwows, or dance celebrations — that are significant to Indigenous culture, with a concentration in the Black Hills. These include Bear Butte State Park where hiking trails may lead past prayer cloths tied to trees, 7,244-foot Black Elk Peak, the state’s highest, and the Crazy Horse Memorial.

Students, scroll through the entire article and its photos , then tell us:

Where, of the 52 places named by The New York Times, do you most want to go and why? Have you been to any of these destinations? If so, which ones, and what did you think about them?

Are there any destinations that did not make The Times’s list that you would recommend? What are they and why do you think people should visit them?

Do you love to travel? Why or why not? What is your ideal kind of travel destination? A place to be adventurous or a place to relax? A country where you can learn about a different culture, or somewhere more familiar? A site where you can enjoy nature or revel in the excitement of a bustling city?

What is the best place you’ve ever traveled, whether halfway around the globe or in a neighboring town or state? Why?

In the section on Kerala, India, The Times notes that the government has adopted an approach that “allows visitors to experience village life while supporting the communities that host them.” What does “responsible tourism” mean to you? What are your tourist dos and don’ts?

If you wanted to pitch your local area to Times editors for next year’s “52 Places to Go,” what sentence or two could you write to make people want to visit?

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Find more Student Opinion questions here. Teachers, check out this guide to learn how you can incorporate these prompts into your classroom.

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Land of Belize

The Land of Belize trip is the perfect amount of beach and adventure! This underrated sunny laid-back destination blew me away! This trip had jungles, beaches, Mayan ruins and included lots of free time to relax or try optional activities like visiting the caves in San Ignacio, snorkelling in Caye Caulker and trying delicious local food.

-Kazundra, Partnership Growth Manager

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New Zealand North Island Highlights

The best of the North Island in 10 days. Beautiful beaches, volcanoes, thermal pools, great walks mixed with wineries, Maori culture and Art Deco history thrown in for good luck. Add 5 days at the start of your trip to see the stunning coastal scenery of the Bay of Islands. Come and experience NZ like the locals.

-Griff, New Zealand Operations Manager

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Scenic Vietnam

This trip includes the known and unknown best of Vietnam. Beautiful Hanoi and lively Hoi An, plus remote and mountainous Da Bac, and the spectacular karst scenery surrounding Cat Ba Island. Travel on foot, by kayak, motorbike, train and plane – never a dull moment!

-Nicola, Product Manager

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Here Are 17 Places You Should Consider Booking A Trip To In 2023

Cure that serious case of wanderlust.

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We recently asked the BuzzFeed Community where they'd love to take a trip to in 2023.

Leighton Meester, Katie Cassidy and Selena Gomez in Monte Carlo

Here are the must-see destinations you should consider adding to your travel bucket list this year:

Aerial view of historical architecture in Petra

"Every year for my birthday I solo travel to a new country. This year I would like to go to Jordan. It’s not yet a hugely popular destination, and there is so much beautiful history and architecture to see and incredible food to experience. I also want to live out my Indiana Jones dreams, horse riding through Petra."

— pippabalshaw

Aerial view of Italy

"This past year was a whirlwind for me. I was diagnosed as being on the spectrum and my partner of 17 years broke up with me, so I felt like I needed to do something for myself for once. This summer I am taking a solo cruise that travels throughout the Mediterranean (Italy, Greece, and France), and next summer another solo cruise that visits England, the northern coast of Europe, and Iceland."

— niceprepster

3. Antarctica

A glacier in Antarctica

— alext4e3fc38a7

Aerial view of a landmark in Japan

"I haven’t been to Europe since I was a baby. We went to Germany to visit family and explore, although I obviously don't remember a thing. It's always been my dream to go back now in my adult years so I can actually enjoy it! I'm always imagining where I'd like to go, but right now Paris and Greece would be my dream trip. Although, I'd like to go back to Germany someday to visit my family and learn more about my heritage."

6. Philippines

A beach in the Philippines

"I'm dreaming of visiting the Philippines."

— francesjoys

Aerial view of Morocco

"I have incurable wanderlust. Every year I do several small/medium trips and one big one. This year, my big trip is going to be a tour of southern Spain and Morocco. I'm going to hit Málaga, Córdoba, and Seville before hopping over across the strait and doing a tour of Morocco's imperial cities. I'm planning to cap the trip off with a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Marrakesh followed by a traditional Berber breakfast and camel ride."

— daniela4650330fd

8. Barcelona

Aerial view of Barcelona

"Last year I traveled internationally for the first time to France, and this year I am saving up to do a summer trip to Barcelona, Spain! If I can plan the trip out right it could turn into a birthday trip."

— aprilluty

9. South Korea

City street in South Korea

"My daughter wants to visit Japan, and we'd both like to go to South Korea as well."

— kellyd905

10. Scotland

Aerial view of cliffs in Scotland

"Me and my best friend are planning a trip to Scotland this year!"

— tenequaarchie

11. New York

Aerial view of NYC

"I'm planning on going to Brooklyn and Manhattan for 2023. First in September to see Sweeney Todd and go to Smorgasburg. Then again in December for my 30th birthday. I have both trips mapped out and cannot wait."

— ashsan2093

12. Portugal

Aerial view of Portugal

— angelbabyluvr

View of the Eiffel Tower

"I've been planning a trip to France since before COVID. We were planning for 2020 but you can guess how that went. This year I'm finally going. And on the bright side, I've got about three years of French lessons on Duolingo now."

14. Chicago

The Bean in Chicago

"It's not a vacation per se, but I'm presenting at an academic conference next month in Chicago. I've wanted to go Chicago for several years now, and I’ve finally got a chance!"

— kiramekisakurai

15. Croatia

Aerial view of Croatia

— cichycyrk

16. Iceland

Aerial view of a waterfall in Iceland

"Solo trip to Iceland and Sweden for my yearly birthday tradition. Can’t wait!"

— hiiii9898

Colorful buildings in Wales

"The best part about my international travel is I decided I’m not coming back from it! I'm headed on a 16-hour direct flight to New York where I’ll explore, then grabbing another flight to the UK. I'm spending one glorious month road-tripping around England, Wales, Ireland, and last but not least, Scotland, which is where I’ll start my next chapter of life. Just booked my one-way flights yesterday."

Where do you hope to visit in 2023? Share your dream destination in the comments!

Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.

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Top 10 Dream Vacation Spots to Travel in 2023-24

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When you finally get some time off, you deserve to plan an amazing vacation that takes you and your loved ones to amazing sites. The world is a big place with many unique dream vacation spots that you can try in 2023-24. These include spots right in your home country or even legendary dream places to travel throughout Europe, Asia, and almost every other continent. 

In this blog, we're going to break down 10 amazing places to vacation that will change your life forever. We'll discuss its general location and climate, the best time to visit the area, top attractions that might appeal to you, an approximate budget to consider, languages spoken in the area, visa needs, safety concerns, and what currency you'll need when traveling there. 

We'll also make sure to discuss things like food in the area, potential accommodations, transportation options, and cultural elements to consider. Each section also gets some tips that will make traveling to each area easier. The goal of each of our mini-reviews is to ensure that you have a comprehensive understanding of each area before you visit them. 

So, if you're interested in learning about dream places to travel and want to know about the world's best dream vacation spots, read on to learn more. Whether you're traveling solo or with friends, a partner, or a family, you should find a great place to visit. We promise that our list will give you the information that you need to make an informed and intelligent decision. 

Our Methodology for Selecting the Best Vacation Spots

When choosing the dream vacation spots on this list, we took our criteria very carefully. We didn't just randomly choose locations and hope for the best. Instead, we carefully checked out each of the dream places to travel on this list and did careful research that highlighted what makes each area unique. This process was more advanced than you might think. 

First, we checked out multiple listicle-type articles to see what people were saying about the best places to travel in 2023-24. Once we found about 30-40, we carefully investigated each with official government sites, travel reviews, and traveler statements and narrowed our options down to 10 amazing dream vacation spots that we know you're going to love. 

Don't worry; we link to many of the articles we used in our research to ensure that you understand each site. Furthermore, we focused heavily on factors that we knew would impact dream places to travel, such as safety and potential language barriers, to ensure that you found a great spot. In fact, concerns about crime caused us to leave some popular sites off this list. 

So, without further ado, let's dive into the most popular travel sites in 2023-24 to help you prepare for their unique benefits. Make sure that you talk with your family or travel partner about each of these options to narrow down your choice to one that makes sense for everybody. In this way, you can avoid disappointing that picky person in your life who never seems satisfied.

Here's the List of Dream Places to Travel 

We're excited to share these amazing dream vacation spots and think that you'll love what we have to offer. You'll notice right away that we did a lot of research to improve this article, so feel free to dig right in, check out the included links for more context, and read to the end to discover the best place to travel in 2023-24 solo or with friends, family members, or your partner.

10. Easter Island 

Easter island

Quick Glance

  • Location: Southeastern Pacific Ocean Island in the Polynesian Triangle
  • Climate: Tropical Rainforest (Temps between 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit )
  • Best Time to Visit: Between January and March ( Southern Hemisphere summer )
  • Top Attractions: Legendary Easter Island statutes, Anakena Beach, Orongo
  • Budget: About $84 per day , depending on your plane ticket costs
  • Language: Spanish, Rapa Nui , English (unofficial and often not fluent)
  • Visa: Round-trip tickets , reservation for accommodations, valid passports, unique entry form
  • Safety: Low Risk (Minimal crime, some risk of disease infestation)
  • Currency: Peso ($1 = 939.45 Chilean Peso)

Easter Island is one of the most underrated places to travel in the world, but has recently seen an upsurge in people checking out the area. Its mysterious statues, beautiful destinations, and fairly compact size (just 10 miles wide!) make it a fun and quick vacation destination. Located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, it's isolated, interesting, and well worth a visit. 

Originally settled between 300-800 CE (scientists are still not certain), Easter Island has an amazing combination of rural and urban environments, including its many beautiful beaches, surfing destinations, traditional dances, horseback riding destinations, and amazing food. Easter Island cuisine focuses heavily on seafood, making it a great destination for foodies. 

The culture here is very friendly, and crime is rare in tourist-rich areas. Do keep your belongings within hand's reach to avoid potential pickpocket risks. Accommodations are mostly focused on Hanga Roa, the biggest (i.e., only) city on Easter Island, while car rentals and taxis are available for visitors, though many people just go by foot in Hanga Roa and get around just fine.

Tips for Visiting Easter Island

  • Know that the statues are spread around the island and have different facets
  • Try ceviche and other seafoods because they typically cost less than other meals
  • Book for only 3-4 days: a full week is too much for this small island 
  • Ignore pre-booked tours because you can explore the island yourself easily

9. Las Vegas

las vegas

  • Location: Nevada in Clark County
  • Climate: Hot ( Typically between 59-104 degrees Fahrenheit )
  • Best Time to Visit: March to May and September to November (Avoids the hottest periods)
  • Top Attractions: The Strip, Freemont Street Experience, Helicopter rides, Bellagio Resort
  • Budget: $75-390 per day , depending on your experience
  • Language: English, Spanish, Some Native tongues
  • Visa: None for American citizens, varies based on your origin country
  • Safety: Concerning Risk (Typically outside The Strip and Downtown)
  • Currency: US Dollar (with exchange areas available throughout)

Las Vegas is often among the top dream vacation spots for people who love to gamble. However, Las Vegas is more than casinos and features amazing entertainment options, cool sports, and even outdoor experiences. The biggest concern here is the heat and the potential risk of crime due to intoxicated visitors. Stay away from bars, and you should be fine here. 

Las Vegas history is rather complex and includes railroads, mafia influences, struggles during World War II, and a surge in tourism thanks to legalized gambling. That said, it's still a great place to visit for people who love spectacle, as Vegas has amazing shows , like Cirque de Soleil and the Blue Man Group, as well as amazing Mexican- and Cuban-inspired foods you'll love. 

Accommodations include everything from hotels to Airbnb rentals , meaning it should be easy for you to find something that suits you. We strongly suggest staying on The Strip to centralize your trip and make transportation easier. Public transportation includes taxis, the monorail, rental cars, limos, rideshare options, and even buses that should provide you with safe travel.

Tips for Visiting Las Vegas

  • Hire a limo driver if you have the budget to improve your travel 
  • Avoid betting on games you've never played: you're going to lose
  • Tip well to get suggestions and advice from residents
  • Expect to book most events months in advance: tickets are in high demand
  • Enjoy a fourth meal late at night while exploring for the full Vegas experience

8. South Dakota

South Dakota

  • Location: Northwest of the United States just west of the Mississippi Valley Region
  • Climate: Mild (Between 15-79 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Best Time to Visit: May to September (avoids the extreme winter season)
  • Top Attractions: Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park, Badlands
  • Budget: $166-$338 per day for four people
  • Language: English, Spanish, German, Native American tongues
  • Visa: Passports and updated travel visas for non-American residents
  • Safety: Very Safe (some danger of car crashes in busy areas)
  • Currency: US Dollar

Now, when you think of dream vacation spots, you probably don't have South Dakota high on your list. However, this region has an amazing history of Native American civilization, beautiful monuments to history, and gorgeous landscapes. It's also increasing in population in recent years and should provide you with a diverse array of cool and exciting things to do. 

In fact, we chose South Dakota not just because of its beautiful landscapes and cool attractions but because it's still something of a hidden treasure. Where else can you do things like visit Mount Rushmore, see the epic Crazy Horse Memorial, the intriguing Corn Palace, and the Black Hills National Forest? Best of all, South Dakota is a pretty safe place to visit in the right season.

Popular South Dakota foods include bierocks, pheasant and walleye, chislic, and kuchen. Public transportation includes buses, taxis, and ridesharing, though traveling throughout the whole state will require renting a car (trust us on this one). As for accommodations , we strongly suggest renting a cabin or resort, as there are many beautiful places in this fantastic state.

Tips for Visiting South Dakota

  • Plan at least 1-2 weeks when visiting South Dakota to see everything 
  • Give yourself time to check out the many hiking trails in the state 
  • Only come during the winter if you love snow and cold (skiing and snowboarding here are amazing)
  • Expect to pay over the national average in gas due to delivery costs (budget accordingly).
  • Plan Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse on the same day (they're very close and don't take long)

7. Nova Scotia

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  • Location: A Canadian province on the eastern seaboard of North America
  • Climate: Cold (As low as 21 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees)
  • Best Time to Visit: July and August (summer when the temperatures are best)
  • Top Attractions: Peggy's Cove , Nova Scotia Day Tour, Alexander Graham Bell Site
  • Budget: $112 per day with $32 on meals and $17 on transportation
  • Language: English, French, Scottish, Mi'kmaq
  • Visa: Travel visas and passports for non-Canadian residents
  • Safety: Low Risk (low population and minimal crime dangers)
  • Currency: Canadian Dollar (American currency is accepted by some businesses) ($1 =1.37 CAD)

Nova Scotia is slowly getting higher on lists for dream vacation spots due to its natural beauty and amazing fishing. It's also not overly busy because it's still something of a secret treasure in Canada. Everyone wants to go to Ontario, and few want to travel to Nova Scotia. As a result, it's one of the dream places to travel if you want to relax in beautiful isolation.

Spots to check out include Cabot Trail, Peggy's Cove, Fortress of Louisbourg, Cape Breton Highlands, Halifax Citadel, and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. As for cuisine, expect amazing seafood like lobster, as well as dishes like clam chowder, delicious pasta dishes, and even poutine. Canada provides a broad array of amazing meals that provide cool dining options.

Nova Scotian hotels include amazing amenities like beach-side rooms, pools, free breakfasts, and much more. Airbnb destinations are also available that can save you good money. Public transportation includes transit shuttles and buses that can get you around the province quickly and ensure that you get where you need to go quickly and efficiently.

Tips for Visiting Nova Scotia

  • Check out couch-surfing sites to find a local where you can stay 
  • Consider camping at one of the many amazing sites in the province
  • Find a Maritime Bus schedule to ensure you can get around fluently
  • Watch out for ticks, as Lyme disease is common in this region 
  • Book any fishing licenses ahead of time to avoid problems

Check out Hofkirche

  • Location: Germany (specifically the eastern section)
  • Climate: Mild (between 34 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Best Time to Visit: May to October (great temperatures and minimal excessive rain)
  • Top Attractions: Frauenkirche, Royal Palace and Museums, Zwiger and Old Masters
  • Budget: $143 per day with about $33 on meals and $11 on transportation
  • Language: German, French, Italian, English
  • Visa: Standard travel visa and passport for non-European Union visitors
  • Safety: Minimal Risk (minor pickpocketing and theft dangers)
  • Currency: Euro ($1 = 0.949216 Euro)

Dresden is one of those dream vacation spots that you can't believe you never tried out until you get there. As the third-largest city in Germany, this eastern town has a long history filled with triumph and tragedy. During the Cold War, it struggled under Eastern German rule but has since become a beacon of democracy and tourism since the fall of communism. 

Furthermore, Dresden is a big foodie capital and home to some of Germany's best cuisine. Try dishes like fettbemme, sauerkraut, potato soup, and other amazingly rich meals. Many of America's classic cuisine comes directly from this tradition. Attractions you need to see include Canaletto's View, the Royal Palace, and (if you love music) the Dresden City Festival. 

Dresden has a diverse array of public transportation options , such as buses, trains, taxis, and ridesharing, that you can try out if you like. These should get you around the city without much hassle. Accommodations include hostels, hotels, and even apartments you can rent downtown!

Tips for Visiting Dresden

  • Book a trip on the river to get an amazing video of the city by boat 
  • Try to order your bus tickets ahead of time to avoid waiting
  • Buy 24-hour tram tickets to cut down on your travel expenses
  • Budget at least $5-6 per 24-hour tram ticket to get around the city quicker
  • Practice riding bikes before visiting to build up your leg muscles

Maui

  • Location: The Pacific Ocean as part of the Hawaiian Islands
  • Climate: Tropical Climate (58 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Best Time to Visit: April to May and August to October (avoids excessive heat)
  • Top Attractions: Haleakala National Park, Road to Hana, Ka'anapali Beach, Maui Snorkeling 
  • Budget: $275 p e r day (due to high food, lodging, and transportation costs)
  • Language: English, Spanish, French, Italian, multiple Native tongues
  • Visa: Standard travel visa for non-American residents
  • Safety: Moderate Risk (insects, recovery from fire, minor crimes)

Maui has been populated since at least 450 AD and has a lengthy history of invasions, wars, consolidation, and finally, American statehood. Its recent tragic fires have limited travel there for many, but large parts of the island are opening up and should be available by 2024. Great cuisine here includes loco moco, poke, Baja fish tacos, and traditional noodle meals.

While you're here, you can go snorkeling along the beach, take a quick trip to Oahu to check out its sites, take some surfing lessons, check out a luau, go on a helicopter ride, visit the beautiful Molokini Crater, check out turtles around Turtle Town, and visit the Maui Ocean Center. These destinations should give you and your family something fun to do while you're in Hawaii.

While Maui accommodations may still be a little limited as the island recovers from the fire, there are several options available throughout the island, including hotels, cabin rentals, and much more. Getting around is fairly easy thanks to the Maui Bus Public Transit system, which includes 14 different bus routes that take you around the island to its sights.

Tips for Visiting Maui

  • Bring bug spray to avoid potential bites and infections 
  • Know the tide schedule to avoid going out at the wrong time
  • Respect residents who are still mourning the recent fires 
  • Pay attention to any areas where the island might be unavailable
  • Note that natural trails have strict rules against taking anything with you and you migh get fined if you do take anything

Tokyo, Japan

  • Location: Japan as the biggest city in the nation
  • Climate: Moderate (45 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Best Time to Visit: March to April and September to November (avoids heat, showcases fall colors)
  • Top Attractions: Tokyo National Museum, Meiji Shrine, Sensoji Temple, Edo-Tokyo Museum
  • Budget: $140 per day , which might be surprisingly low to some
  • Language: Japanese, English (rarer in areas with older citizens)
  • Visa: Valid travel visa and passport
  • Safety: Mild Risk (some petty crimes, like theft)
  • Currency: Yen and its many variations ($1 = 149.533 JPY)

Tokyo should be one of anyone’s dream vacation spots thanks to its rich history (thousands of years of occupation!), amazing natural beauty outside the city, and fascinating sights and sounds in the city itself. Japan’s history has gone through many unique cycles, and Tokyo is at the center of its amazing post-World War II economic boom and is still great when choosing dream places to travel. 

Visiting Tokyo is like stepping into a futuristic world for many, and it includes many amazing attractions . For example, you can visit Mt. Takeo, Takeshita Street, Kabukiza Theater, Shinjuku Golden Gai, Tokyo Tower, and Ueno Park. Try out delicious traditional dishes like sushi, tempura, yakitori, kaiseki, and tsukemono pickles while staying in Tokyo.

Tokyo has many hotels and hostels where you can stay, but be prepared for a very small amount of room . Tokyo is a densely populated city, and these accommodations aren’t going to be very luxurious, even when they cost good money. That’s just how it goes in Japan. Thankfully, there are many train lines and buses in the city you can use to get where you need to go anfd avoid long walks.

Tips for Traveling in Tokyo

  • Only get the Japan Rail Pass if you plan on exploring other Japanese cities to cut down on your expenses
  • Find American-friendly areas where people likely speak English to make your experience more enjoyable
  • Keep your debit and credit cards in your room: Tokyo (and Japan) prefers cash and may not accept American cards
  • Make sure you check your train stations properly: there are at least five with the word Shinjuku, so avoid getting confused
  • Avoid overpacking by washing your clothes while you stay: most accommodations should have modern laundry facilities
  • Hit long lines when checking out restaurants and attractions: long lines = quality in Japan

Rome

  • Location: Italy (right in the center of the peninsula for easier access and transportation)
  • Climate: Mostly Warm (38 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Best Time to Visit: September to November or April to May (smaller crowds, milder weather)
  • Top Attractions: Colosseum, Vatican City, St. Peter's Basilica, Trevi Fountain
  • Budget: $93 per day (depending on your trip)
  • Language: Italian, French, Greek, German, Albanian, English, Catalan
  • Visa: Short-stay visa (C-type visa) and passport
  • Safety: Modern Risk (mostly petty crimes and rare violence)
  • Currency: Euro (like in most of Europe) ($1 = 0.949216 Euro)

Rome is one of the oldest cities in the world and was once the center of a sprawling empire that was the largest and most advanced in Europe. As a result, it's an amazing place to visit if you're into history because there are buildings that are over 2,000 years old that you can check out. It's also a great destination if you're Catholic due to the presence of Vatican City.

Vatican City is a great option even if you're not religious because it's literally an independent country right in Rome. However, foodies will love checking out leg i timate Italian cuisine such as gnocchi, spaghetti, and abbacchio. Between visits to shopping areas, the Colosseum, and St. Peter's Basilica, you can enjoy these fantastic foods from amazing restaurants that serve real, authentic, Italian cuisine.

Public transportation options include subway stations, buses, six tram lines, multiple taxis, and urban railways that should make it easier for you to get around Rome without having to drive yourself. The buses are particularly nice, though usually busy. Accommodations include amazing hotels and resorts , as well as Airbnb options that will save you money.

Tips for Visiting Rome

  • Order coffee and non-alcoholic drinks at the bar: that's just how it's done in Italy
  • Don't order a cappuccino after noon to avoid a major faux paus
  • Book ahead of time when visiting Vatican City to ensure that you get a spot
  • Always buy bus tickets ahead of time: you'll thank us later
  • Some museums and businesses close on Mondays and Sundays
  • Keep cash on you at all times and keep it stored safely and away from pickpockets

2. Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

  • Location: On an archipelago between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean
  • Climate: Tropical Climate (70-100 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Best Time to Visit: April to June (After the winter season and before the rainy season)
  • Top Attractions: Bioluminescent Mosquito Bay, Old San Juan, El Morro, Flamenco Beach
  • Budget: $218 per day for meals, transportation, and accommodations
  • Language: Spanish first and English second, followed by French, German, Italian, Haitian, etc.
  • Visa: Vaccination forms , travel declaration form, and a valid passport for non-American visitors
  • Safety: Moderate Risk (some dangers when walking at night or in high-crime areas)
  • Currency: US Dollar 

Puerto Rico is a beautiful series of islands that make it nearly the top of our dream vacation spots list. Originally part of the Spanish Empire, it was eventually signed over to America, where it expanded and became more modern in the last century. This rich history and combination of beautiful landscapes and amazing destinations make it one of the best dream places to travel. 

If you're a foodie, you need to try traditional dishes like mofongo, tostones, amarillos, lecho asado, and arroz y habichuelas. These dishes use traditional Spanish ideas and rich meat and vegetables grown right on the islands! Great attractions include any Old San Juan walking tour, food tours, Flamenco Beach, El Yunque rainforest, and the San Juan National Historic Site.

To get the most out of your visit, try booking at places like Montana Beach Resort , as they put you right on the beach and give you a beautiful view. However, it's important to remember that Puerto Rico has a pretty diverse range of hotels and multiple public transportation options . These include a bus and metro system, bike rental, car rental, and taxis that can help you get around the islands.

Tips for Visiting Puerto Rico 

  • Avoid the hurricane season (June to November) to stay safe from these damaging storms
  • Bring bug repellent (there are many pests in Puerto Rico that could make life uncomfortable)
  • Check out Old San Juan if you're planning a short trip to avoid overspending
  • Consider booking a Puerto Rico visit as part of a cruise to streamline your experience
  • Pack an umbrella, as it rains here a lot, even outside the rainy season 
  • Car rental is a smart option for getting around the islands that make up Puerto Rico
  • Don't forget to check out every island to get the full Puerto Rican experience

1. Paris 

Paris, France:

  • Location: France (itself a great place to explore)
  • Climate: Mild (Temperatures between 35-78 degrees Fahrenheit )
  • Best Time to Visit: June to October, excluding August ( Northern Hemisphere summer and fall )
  • Top Attractions: Eiffel Tower, The Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, etc.
  • Budget: $369 per day (accommodation, transportation, food, and activities)
  • Language: French, Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, German, English
  • Visa: France visa application, passport-style photos, valid passport, visa copies, etc .
  • Safety: Somewhat Concerning Risk (minor theft crimes and occasional violence)
  • Currency: Euro (common throughout most of Europe, including in Paris and France) ($1 = 0.949216 Euro)

Paris has likely been occupied for thousands of years in one form or another and was a huge Roman settlement by 52 BC. Since then, it has been the center of many revolutionary moments in European history and is so filled with history, amazing activities, and unique food that it's easily the best place to visit in the world, even if it does have a slightly high crime rate.

In spite of some risk of petty theft, Paris is still worth visiting for the chance to see the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Champs-Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe, Ile de la Cite, Pont Neuf, and amazing food options. Foods you have to eat in Paris include delicious French bread, cheese, wine, croques, crepes, duck, escargot, and frog legs. After all, it's Paris: live a little!

There should be hundreds of accommodation options in Paris , including hostels and hotels, as well as cabins you can rent in more rural areas. Are Parisians rude, as the cliche states? Not as long as you treat the residents (particularly service people) with respect . Paris also has multiple public transportation options like the Paris Metro, tramways systems, and buses you can use.

Tips for Visiting Paris 

  • Book a week or more: you'll need that time to check out everything
  • Expect to wait an hour or more when visiting the Eiffel Tower
  • Book restaurant reservations for between 7-9 pm: Paris eats late
  • Avoid going in August: many businesses close for that month
  • Practice your French before you go to avoid confusion

Allen Lee

Written by  Allen Lee

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APRIL 13 TO 19, 2024 - Book Now & Save $400 per person. 1 (506) 804-0989 “Start spreading the news! We’re going to be part of it New York, New York! Join us as we embark on Dream Vacation guided 7 days / 6 nights tour of the Big Apple.  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan.”  

NEW YORK CITY LUXURY TIMES SQUARE HOTEL TOUR FROM NS,NB

APRIL 21 TO 26, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 1-506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news! We’re going to be part of it New York, New York! Join us as we embark on Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple.  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan.”  

CHATEAU FRONTENAC LUXURY QUEBEC DREAM TOUR (FROM NS & NB)

APRIL 22 TO 25, 2024 - Book Now & Save up to $400 per person. (506) 804-0989 “Discover the enchanting charm of Quebec City with our top-rated adventure! Staying 3 nights at the Luxury Chateau Frontenac. Experience the perfect blend of free time and exciting activities. Explore the historic wonders of Old Quebec, indulge in boutique shopping, or enjoy some retail therapy at the mall. Your adventure awaits!”  

ADULTS ONLY – FLORIDA DREAM TOUR From NS, NB (15-DAYS)

APRIL 26 to MAY 10, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 1-506-804-0989 “Experience the very best of Florida's top attractions and indulge in some exclusive shopping opportunities that you won't find anywhere else. This is the vacation of a lifetime, so secure your seat swiftly before they're all snapped up! Plus, enjoy the added comfort of sleeping every night on the way up and down – it's a journey you won't want to miss!"  

LADIES ONLY NEW YORK CITY LUXURY DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

MAY 1 TO 6, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news ladies!! We’re going to be part of it… New York, New York! Join us as we embark on a Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple!  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan and so much more!”  

LADIES ONLY – NEW YORK CITY LUXURY DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

MAY 1 TO 6, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 - 1-506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news ladies!! We’re going to be part of it… New York, New York! Join us as we embark on a Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple!  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan and so much more!”  

LADIES ONLY – CHATEAU FRONTENAC, SPA & SHOPPING LUXURY DREAM TOUR (FROM NS & NB)

MAY 02 TO 05, 2024 - 2 SEATS REMAINING (506) 804-0989 Back by popular demand! “Attention ladies! If you've ever dreamed of exploring Old Quebec in style, this is the tour for you. Become a VIP guest at a serene outdoor spa, pampering yourself in ultimate relaxation. But that's not all – enjoy the beauty of Old Quebec, Ste. Anne de Beaupré, Montmorency Falls, and Orleans Island. Shop to your heart's content and create memories that'll last a lifetime. Staying 3 nights at the Luxury Chateau Frontenac. Get ready to unwind, explore, and embrace the unique on this one-of-a-kind journey!”

NASHVILLE EXPERIENCE COUNTRY DREAM TOUR from NB

MAY 10 TO 19, 2024 - BOOK NOW & SAVE UP TO $400 PER PERSON (506) 804-0989 “We will enjoy a beautiful scenic route on the way to Nashville. Once in Nashville, we will explore the birthplace of country music and enjoy wonderful music performances by the talented stars of Nashville. We will also visit all the main attractions the city has to offer”.  

ELVIS, DOLLYWOOD & NASHVILLE DREAM TOUR (from NS & NB)

MAY 11 TO 24, 2023 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 “We will enjoy a beautiful scenic route on the way to Dollywood. Once in Nashville, we will explore the birthplace of country music and enjoy wonderful music performances by the talented stars of Nashville. We will also visit all the main attractions the city has to offer. This tour also includes a visit to Memphis to visit the world-famous Graceland. We will have a chance to spend three (3) days in Pigeon Forge where we will attend some great shows and visit the Smoky Mountains. It’s a trip of a lifetime for sure.”  

ELVIS, DOLLYWOOD & NASHVILLE DREAM TOUR (From NS, NB)

MAY 11 TO 24, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 “We will enjoy a beautiful scenic route on the way to Dollywood. Once in Nashville, we will explore the birthplace of country music and enjoy wonderful music performances by the talented stars of Nashville. We will also visit all the main attractions the city has to offer. This tour also includes a visit to Memphis to visit the world-famous Graceland. We will have a chance to spend three (3) days in Pigeon Forge where we will attend some great shows and visit the Smoky Mountains. It’s a trip of a lifetime for sure.”  

WASHINGTON, DC & LANCASTER, PA (AMISH) DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

MAY 13 TO 20, 2024 - Book Now & Save Up To $400 per person - (506) 804-0989 “Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey that combines the historical grandeur of Washington D.C. with the picturesque charm of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. In the heart of the nation's capital, explore iconic landmarks such as the White House, Capitol Hill, and the Smithsonian Museums. Immerse yourself in American history and culture as you stroll along the National Mall and visit the Lincoln Memorial. Then, venture into the tranquil countryside of Lancaster County, known for its idyllic farmland and Amish heritage. Experience a simpler way of life with guided tours of Amish communities, horse-drawn carriage rides, and visits to farmers' markets filled with handmade crafts and mouthwatering treats. This tour offers a perfect blend of urban exploration and rural retreat, promising a well-rounded and enriching adventure for all.”  

10 DAY *NO FLY BERMUDA CRUISE ON CELEBRITY ECLIPSE (FROM NS, NB)

MAY 18 TO 27, 2024 - Book now. 506-804-0989 Enjoy Bermuda in all its springtime glory on this 7-day round-trip sailing from New Jersey. With overnight stays at the Royal Naval Dockyard, you have plenty of time to explore Bermuda. Discover a vibrant underwater world on a glass-bottom boat tour. Climb to the top of Gibb's Hill Lighthouse, one of the oldest cast-iron lighthouses in the world, for incredible views. Build your first-ever pink sandcastle. And be sure to sip traditional afternoon tea with sandwiches and scones. *10 Days includes Transportation Days  

MLB LUXURY TOUR CHICAGO WHITE SOX VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS (From NS, NB)

MAY 19 TO 24, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Experience the thrill of live baseball with our MLB Bus Tour! Join us as we head to the iconic Rogers Centre for two (2) action-packed games between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Chicago White Sox. This tour includes five (5) nights of hotel accommodation, tickets to all two (2) games, transportation, and five (5) delicious hot breakfasts. Don't miss out on this unforgettable baseball adventure!”

“LADIES ONLY” - NEW YORK CITY LUXURY TIMES SQUARE HOTEL TOUR FROM PEI & NB

MAY 19 TO 24, 2024 - 6 SEATS REMAINING  (506) 804-0989 “Start spreading the news ladies!! We’re going to be part of it… New York, New York! Join us as we embark on a Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple!  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan and so much more!”

LADIES ONLY – CHATEAU FRONTENAC, SPA & SHOPPING LUXURY DREAM TOUR (FROM PEI & NB)

MAY 24 TO 27, 2024 - Book Now & Save Up to $200 per person (506) 804-0989 Back by popular demand! “Attention ladies! If you've ever dreamed of exploring Old Quebec in style, this is the tour for you. Become a VIP guest at a serene outdoor spa, pampering yourself in ultimate relaxation. But that's not all – enjoy the beauty of Old Quebec, Ste. Anne de Beaupré, Montmorency Falls, and Orleans Island. Staying 3 nights at the Luxury Chateau Frontenac. Shop to your heart's content and create memories that'll last a lifetime. Get ready to unwind, explore, and embrace the unique on this one-of-a-kind journey!”

NASHVILLE EXPERIENCE COUNTRY DREAM TOUR from NS & NB)

MAY 24 TO JUNE 02, 2024 - Book Now & Save Up to $100 per person (506) 804-0989 “We will enjoy a beautiful scenic route on the way to Nashville. Once in Nashville, we will explore the birthplace of country music and enjoy wonderful music performances by the talented stars of Nashville. We will also visit all the main attractions the city has to offer”.  

NEW YORK CITY LUXURY & GEORGE STRAIT OPTION* FROM NS, NB

JUNE 06 TO 11, 2024 - 1 seat left.  506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news! We’re going to be part of it New York, New York! Join us as we embark on Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple.  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan. You will also have the option to attend a mega country concert with George Strait, Chris Stapleton & Little Big Town*.”  

NEW YORK CITY FAMILY – LUXURY DREAM TOUR From NB

JULY 07 TO 12, 2024 - Book Now & Save Up to $200 per person (506) 804-0989 “Start spreading the news!! We are excited for your family to join us and be a part of it… New York, New York! Join us as we embark on a Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple!  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions. We will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty, Manhattan and so much more! We will also enjoy a full day of activities at both Legoland in NY, and the American Dream Mall in NJ.” Sit back and enjoy the ride while your tour director entertains your children with movies, games, crafts and fun!  

MLB LUXURY TOUR TAMPA VS BLUE JAYS (IN TORONTO) & NIAGARA FALLS (From NS, NB)

JULY 21 TO 27, 2024 - Book now & save up to $200 per person. 506-804-0989 “Join us for an exciting MLB Bus Tour to the Rogers Centre, where you'll witness thrilling matches between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Tampa Bay Rays. But that's not all - we'll also take you to the majestic Niagara Falls for a two-night stay. Experience the best of baseball and natural beauty on this unforgettable journey. This tour includes 6 nights of hotel accommodations, premium tickets to two games, comfortable transportation, and six delicious hot breakfasts. Don't miss this amazing opportunity!”  

12 DAY-NEWFOUNDLAND EXPERIENCE DREAM TOUR

JULY 22 TO AUGUST 2, 2024 - 1 SEAT REMAINING - (506) 804-0989 “Join us for an Old Time Down Home Newfoundland Tour from St. Anthony to St. John’s. You will experience nothing like it! The unique culture and hospitality of this island combined with its scenery and wildlife are amazing! You might see some moose, whales, icebergs, puffins & a lot more.”

NYC & MLB LUXURY TOUR TORONTO BLUE JAYS VS NEW YORK YANKEES (From NS, NB)

AUGUST 01 TO 06, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news! We’re thrilled to invite you to be a part of our incredible 6-day/5-night guided tour of the Big Apple - New York City! Get ready to experience the magic of the city that never sleeps as we explore its iconic attractions and take in breathtaking views of the famous skyline, including the majestic Statue of Liberty and the vibrant borough of Manhattan. But that's not all! As part of this unforgettable journey, you'll also have the chance to witness two (2) thrilling MLB games, where the Toronto Blue Jays will take on the legendary New York Yankees. Join us on this dream vacation and create memories that will last a lifetime!”  

NYC LUXURY SUMMER DREAM TOUR FROM (PEI & NB)

AUGUST 11-16, 2024 - Book now & Save up to $300 per person. 506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news! We’re going to be part of it New York, New York! Join us as we embark on Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple. We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan.”  

MLB LUXURY TOUR CINCINNATI REDS VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS (From NS, NB)

AUGUST 18 TO 23, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Experience the thrill of live baseball with our MLB Bus Tour! Join us as we head to the iconic Rogers Centre for three (3) action-packed games between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Cincinnati Reds. This tour includes five (5) nights of hotel accommodation, tickets to all three (3) games, transportation, and five (5) delicious hot breakfasts. Don't miss out on this unforgettable baseball adventure!”

11 Day - NEWFOUNDLAND DISCOVERY DREAM TOUR

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 - 1 seats left. (506) 804-0989 “Join us for an Old Time Down Home Newfoundland Tour from St. Anthony to St. John’s. You will experience nothing like it! The unique culture and hospitality of this island combined with its scenery and wildlife are amazing! You might see some moose, whales, icebergs, puffins & a lot more.”  

MLB TOUR TORONTO BLUE JAYS VS BOSTON RED SOX (From PEI, NB)

AUGUST 26 TO 29, 2024 - 2 SEATS REMAINING - (506) 804-0989 “Get ready for a baseball adventure like no other! Join our MLB Bus Tour to Fenway Park, where the Toronto Blue Jays will face off against the Boston Red Sox in two (2) exhilarating games. Experience the electrifying atmosphere of this historic stadium as you cheer for your favorite team. This tour includes three (3) nights of hotel accommodations, tickets to both (2) games, transportation, and three (3) hot breakfasts to start your day right. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this unforgettable baseball experience!”  

7-Day NIAGARA FALLS, NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE & QUEBEC CITY DREAM TOUR From PEI, NB

SEPTEMBER 1 TO 7, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “From the vibrant cities of Quebec City and Niagara Falls to the quaint village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, this tour is not to be missed! You will have a mix of free time and included activities for you to explore the beauty of this part of the country.”  

10 DAY ALASKA: DAWES GLACIER, JUNEAU & KETCHIKAN - GUIDED CRUISE TOUR -

SEPTEMBER 6 TO 15, 2024 - Book now & save - 1-506-804-0989 One of the most scenic and thrilling cruises is Alaska, and this 7-day itinerary even includes Icy Strait Point and its wilderness experiences. Just outside of Juneau is where you'll find the majestic Mendenhall Glacier. Walk the nature trails and explore the Visitor Centre with its view of the Juneau Ice Field. Icy Strait Point is home to the largest Native Tlingit village in the state and its waters are teeming with wildlife, including orcas and humpbacks. Since every shop at Icy Strait Point is Native-owned, this is the place for authentic goods and handicrafts. Your last port is Victoria, the oldest city in the Pacific Northwest. With its green spaces and Victorian architecture, it is stunning. See Butchart Gardens and the stately Craigdarroch Castle. * 10 DAYS INCLUDES TRAVEL DAYS *  

QUILTER’S DREAM TOUR – AQS LANCASTER 2024 from NS, NB

SEPTEMBER 08 TO 15, 2024 - Book now & save up to $100 per person.  506-804-0989 “Get onboard and come join us for the AQS Quilt Show in Lancaster PA! Come and join us on this Quilter’s Dream Tour!!!  We will enjoy a beautiful scenic route on the way to Lancaster.  We will visit Lancaster, Bird-In-Hand and the Amish Countryside and more. It’s a trip of a lifetime for sure filled with lots of quilting venues. This is a trip you will never forget.”  

NEW YORK CITY LUXURY TOUR - DREAM TOUR from NS,NB

SEPTEMBER 8 TO 13, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person.  506-804-0989 "Start spreading the news! We're taking on the Big Apple, and you're coming along! Join us for a thrilling 6 days and 5 nights guided tour of New York, New York. We'll dive into the heart of the city that never sleeps, exploring its iconic attractions and enjoying breathtaking views of the skyline, including the majestic Statue of Liberty and the iconic Manhattan skyline. This is your ticket to the adventure of a lifetime in the city that's always buzzing with excitement!  You will have the opportunity to pay tribute to first responders as September 11th is a meaningful way to honor their heroic efforts during the tragic events of 9/11.”  

SEPTEMBER 12 TO 22, 2024 - Book now & save $200 - 506-804-0989 “Join us for an Old Time Down Home Newfoundland Tour from St. Anthony to St. John’s. You will experience nothing like it! The unique culture and hospitality of this island combined with its scenery and wildlife are amazing! You might see some moose, whales, icebergs, puffins & a lot more.”  

LADIES ONLY – QUEBEC CITY, SPA & SHOPPING (from NS, NB)

SEPTEMBER 13 TO 16, 2024 - Book Now & Save Up to $200 per person (506) 804-0989 Back by popular demand! “Attention ladies! If you've ever dreamed of exploring Old Quebec, this is the tour for you. Become a VIP guest at a serene outdoor spa, pampering yourself in ultimate relaxation. But that's not all – enjoy the beauty of Old Quebec, Ste. Anne de Beaupré, Montmorency Falls, and Orleans Island. Shop to your heart's content and create memories that'll last a lifetime. Get ready to unwind, explore, and embrace the unique on this one-of-a-kind journey!”  

NASHVILLE EXPERIENCE DREAM COUNTRY TOUR from NS,NB

SEPTEMBER 14 TO 23, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 "Prepare for a captivating journey as we travel a picturesque route to Nashville. Upon arriving, we'll immerse ourselves in the very heart of country music, where the legends were born. Get ready to be swept off your feet by the enchanting melodies performed by Nashville's finest talents. And that's not all – we'll be uncovering all the city's iconic attractions that await us. Get set for an unforgettable Nashville experience!"  

NEW YORK CITY LUXURY DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

SEPTEMBER 22 TO 27, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 "Start spreading the news! We're taking on the Big Apple, and you're coming along! Join us for a thrilling 6 days and 5 nights guided tour of New York, New York. We'll dive into the heart of the city that never sleeps, exploring its iconic attractions and enjoying breathtaking views of the skyline, including the majestic Statue of Liberty and the iconic Manhattan skyline. This is your ticket to the adventure of a lifetime in the city that's always buzzing with excitement!"  

NIAGARA FALLS & MLB LUXURY TOUR MIAMI VS BLUE JAYS (From NS,NB)

SEPTEMBER 24 TO 30, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person.  506-804-0989 “Join us for an exciting MLB Bus Tour to the Rogers Centre, where you'll witness thrilling matches between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Miami Marlins. But that's not all - we'll also take you to the majestic Niagara Falls for a two-night stay. Experience the best of baseball and natural beauty on this unforgettable journey. This tour includes 6 nights of hotel accommodations, premium tickets to two games, comfortable transportation, and six delicious hot breakfasts. Don't miss this amazing opportunity!”  

LADIES ONLY – QUEBEC CITY, SPA & SHOPPING (from PEI, NB)

SEPTEMBER 27 TO 30, 2024 - Book Now & Save Up to $200 per person (506) 804-0989 Back by popular demand! “Attention ladies! If you've ever dreamed of exploring Old Quebec, this is the tour for you. Become a VIP guest at a serene outdoor spa, pampering yourself in ultimate relaxation. But that's not all – enjoy the beauty of Old Quebec, Ste. Anne de Beaupré, Montmorency Falls, and Orleans Island. Shop to your heart's content and create memories that'll last a lifetime. Get ready to unwind, explore, and embrace the unique on this one-of-a-kind journey!”  

DOLLY, ELVIS & NASHVILLE DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

SEPTEMBER 29 TO OCTOBER 11, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 "Pack your bags for a fantastic adventure! Spend three (3) nights in the scenic beauty of Pigeon Forge, where the Great Smoky Mountains provide a stunning backdrop for your adventure. Then, soak in the rich history of rock 'n' roll during two (2) nights in Memphis, home to Graceland and Beale Street. Finally, unwind for three (3) electrifying nights in Nashville, the "Music City," exploring iconic venues like the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame. This is more than just a vacation – it's an unforgettable journey filled with music, history, and memories waiting to be made."  

ELVIS, DOLLY & NASHVILLE DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

OCTOBER 5 TO 16, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 "Pack your bags for a fantastic adventure! Spend three (3) electrifying nights in the scenic beauty of Pigeon Forge, where the Great Smoky Mountains provide a stunning backdrop for your adventure.  Then, soak in the rich history of rock 'n' roll during two (2) nights in Memphis, home to Graceland and Beale Street. Finally, unwind with two (2) nights in Nashville, the "Music City," exploring iconic venues like the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame. This is more than just a vacation – it's an unforgettable journey filled with music, history, and memories waiting to be made."  

8-Day NIAGARA FALLS, NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE & QUEBEC CITY DREAM TOUR (FROM NS & NB)

OCTOBER 6 TO 13, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “From the vibrant cities of Quebec City and Niagara Falls to the quaint village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, this tour is not to be missed! You will have a mix of free time and included activities for you to explore the beauty of this part of the country.”  

NEW YORK CITY LUXURY DREAM TOUR (from PEI & NB)

OCTOBER 6 TO 11, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news! We’re going to be part of it New York, New York! Join us as we embark on Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple. We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan.”  

LOUISIANA, NASHVILLE & MEMPHIS FALL DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

OCTOBER 12 TO 25, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person.  506-804-0989 "Let's kick off our epic journey with a breathtaking scenic route that sets the stage for an adventure of a lifetime. We'll immerse ourselves in the birthplace of country music, savouring outstanding performances by Nashville's brightest stars. Our next stop? The legendary Graceland, once home to the King of Pop, and a visit to the iconic Loretta Lynn Ranch. For four nights, we'll call Louisiana our home, diving deep into its rich history and Cajun roots. Explore the vibrant culture of New Orleans and indulge in some shopping experiences you won't find elsewhere. This is more than just a vacation – it's an unforgettable journey filled with music, history, and memories waiting to be made."  

NEW YORK CITY LUXURY DREAM TOUR (7-DAYS) (FROM NS & NB)

OCTOBER 13 TO 19, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 "Start spreading the news! We're taking on the Big Apple, and you're coming along! Join us for a thrilling 7 days and 6 nights guided tour of New York, New York. We'll dive into the heart of the city that never sleeps, exploring its iconic attractions and enjoying breathtaking views of the skyline, including the majestic Statue of Liberty and the iconic Manhattan skyline. This is your ticket to the adventure of a lifetime in the city that's always buzzing with excitement!"  

HALLOWEEN IN SALEM from NS,NB

OCTOBER 14 to 18, 2024 - Book Now & Save Up To $200 per person (506) 804-0989 “Join us for Halloween in Salem, where every day is a spine-tingling adventure, and every night holds the promise of ghostly encounters! On this bewitching 5-day adventure we immerse ourselves in the captivating world of Salem, Massachusetts. Spending three (3) spine-tingling days exploring the heart of all things witchy and mysterious. From the haunting exhibits at the Peabody Essex Museum to the spellbinding tales at the Salem Witch Museum, every moment will be filled with Halloween spirit. Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the supernatural! And, of course, don't forget to embrace the spirit of Halloween by dressing up and celebrating in one of the most iconic Halloween destinations in the world.”  

WASHINGTON DC, BOSTON MA, MYSTIC CT & SHOPPING DREAM TOUR from NS,NB

OCTOBER 16 TO 24, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 "Get ready for an exciting 9-day adventure! We'll kick things off in Boston, Massachusetts, where you can explore Quincy Market, the New England Aquarium, and the beautiful waterfront. Then, we'll dive into the rich history of Washington D.C., visiting iconic landmarks like the White House and the Lincoln Memorial. But the adventure doesn't stop there! Our journey continues to Connecticut, where you can test your luck at Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun casinos, shop at Foxwoods Tanger Outlets, and explore the charming coastal town of Mystic with its maritime history and scenic beauty. Get set for an unforgettable journey!"  

NASHVILLE, DOLLY & LANCASTER DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

OCTOBER 19 TO 30, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 “Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Our journey kicks off in Nashville for three (3) nights.  This is the birthplace of country music where we will dive into the musical soul of the city, enjoying performances by talented Nashville stars and exploring its iconic attractions.  But that's not all! Pigeon Forge awaits with three (3) days of amazing shows and Smoky Mountain adventures. And on our way back, a stop in Lancaster for two (2) nights offers a glimpse into the Amish experience.  This is more than a trip – it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience that promises memories to cherish forever.  Let's embrace every moment and create stories that will shine for years to come.”  

OCTOBER 20 to 24, 2024 - 1 SEAT REMAINING  (506) 804-0989 “Join us for Halloween in Salem, where every day is a spine-tingling adventure, and every night holds the promise of ghostly encounters! On this bewitching 5-day adventure we immerse ourselves in the captivating world of Salem, Massachusetts. Spending three (3) spine-tingling days exploring the heart of all things witchy and mysterious. From the haunting exhibits at the Peabody Essex Museum to the spellbinding tales at the Salem Witch Museum, every moment will be filled with Halloween spirit. Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the supernatural! And, of course, don't forget to embrace the spirit of Halloween by dressing up and celebrating in one of the most iconic Halloween destinations in the world.”  

OCTOBER 26 TO NOVEMBER 08, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 "Let's kick off our epic journey with a breathtaking scenic route that sets the stage for an adventure of a lifetime. We'll immerse ourselves in the birthplace of country music, savouring outstanding performances by Nashville's brightest stars. Our next stop? The legendary Graceland, once home to the King of Pop, and a visit to the iconic Loretta Lynn Ranch. For four nights, we'll call Louisiana our home, diving deep into its rich history and Cajun roots. Explore the vibrant culture of New Orleans and indulge in some shopping experiences you won't find elsewhere. This is more than just a vacation – it's an unforgettable journey filled with music, history, and memories waiting to be made."  

LADIES ONLY - NEW YORK CITY LUXURY DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

OCTOBER 27 TO NOVEMBER 1, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news ladies!! We’re going to be part of it… New York, New York! Join us as we embark on a Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple!  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan and so much more!”  

NASHVILLE EXPERIENCE DREAM COUNTRY TOUR FROM NS, NB

NOVEMBER 1 TO 10, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 "Prepare for a captivating journey as we travel a picturesque route to Nashville. Upon arriving, we'll immerse ourselves in the very heart of country music, where the legends were born. Get ready to be swept off your feet by the enchanting melodies performed by Nashville's finest talents. And that's not all – we'll be uncovering all the city's iconic attractions that await us. Get set for an unforgettable Nashville experience!"  

10 Day BERMUDA NO FLY CRUISE ON NCL BREAKAWAY (FROM NS,NB)

NOVEMBER 09 TO 18, 2024 - Book Now & Save - 506-804-0989 Enjoy Bermuda in all its fall glory on this 7-day round-trip sailing from New York. With 3 overnight stays at the Royal Naval Dockyard, you have plenty of time to explore Bermuda. Discover a vibrant underwater world on a glass-bottom boat tour. Climb to the top of Gibb's Hill Lighthouse, one of the oldest cast-iron lighthouses in the world, for incredible views. Build your first-ever pink sandcastle. And be sure to sip traditional afternoon tea with sandwiches and scones. *10 Days includes Transportation Days

CHRISTMAS IN THE SMOKIES & LANCASTER DREAM TOUR from NS,NB

NOVEMBER 9 TO 18, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person.  506-804-0989 "Get ready to embark on a magical journey as we travel to Dollywood, where the enchantment of Christmas fills the air. Our tour will lead us to the captivating destinations of Pigeon Forge, nestled in the snowy embrace of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg, and on the way back we will visit Lancaster.  This extraordinary trip is a once-in-a-lifetime Christmas adventure, filled with the heart-warming joy of holiday shows and the sparkle of Christmas lights. Get into the holiday spirit as we explore these magical destinations and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime."  

NOVEMBER 10 TO 15, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person.  506-804-0989 "Start spreading the news! We're taking on the Big Apple, and you're coming along! Join us for a thrilling 6 days and 5 nights guided tour of New York, New York. We'll dive into the heart of the city that never sleeps, exploring its iconic attractions and enjoying breathtaking views of the skyline, including the majestic Statue of Liberty and the iconic Manhattan skyline. This is your ticket to the adventure of a lifetime in the city that's always buzzing with excitement!"  

6th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOW DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

NOVEMBER 12 TO 24, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 Get ready for a festive adventure like no other with our Annual Christmas Show Dream Tour! This year, we'll explore Nashville, Memphis, Pigeon Forge, where the holiday spirit shines bright. From dazzling lights to heartwarming performances, this journey promises to fill your heart with the magic of Christmas. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will create cherished memories for a lifetime!  

EARLY CHRISTMAS SHOPPING TOUR IN NEW ENGLAND from NS, NB

NOVEMBER 14 TO 17, 2024 - Book now & save up to $300 per person. 506-804-0989 Join us for an Early Christmas Shopping Tour to kickstart your holiday shopping spree! We'll explore destinations like Portland Maine Mall, Merrimack Premium Outlets,  the Mall at Rockingham Park, and many others! The package includes three (3) nights' hotel stay, deluxe motor coach transportation, and three (3) hot breakfasts. Get ready to shop until you drop!  

CHRISTMAS DREAM SHOW TOUR from NS, NB

NOVEMBER 15 TO 25, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 "Get ready to embark on a magical journey as we travel to Dollywood, where the enchantment of Christmas fills the air. Our tour will lead us to the captivating destinations of Pigeon Forge, nestled in the snowy embrace of the Smoky Mountains and spend a day in Gatlinburg.  On our way back, we will visit Lancaster Pennsylvania and get a view of the Amish Experience. We'll also have the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the festive holiday spirit of Boston.  This extraordinary trip is a once-in-a-lifetime Christmas adventure, filled with the heart-warming joy of holiday shows and the sparkle of Christmas lights. Get into the holiday spirit as we explore these magical destinations and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime."  

LADIES ONLY – NEW YORK CITY LUXURY DREAM TOUR (from PEI, NB)

NOVEMBER 17 TO 22, 2024 - Book now & save up to 400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Start spreading the news ladies!! We’re going to be part of it… New York, New York! Join us as we embark on a Dream Vacation guided 6 days / 5 nights tour of the Big Apple!  We will explore the city that never sleeps, seeing many of its attractions, we will have amazing views of the skyline including the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan and so much more!”  

CHRISTMAS IN TENNESSEE (NASHVILLE, MEMPHIS & PIGEON FORGE) from NS, NB

NOVEMBER 21 TO DECEMBER 3, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 Experience the enchantment of a "Christmas in Tennessee" like never before! Begin your journey with three (3) nights of holiday magic in Nashville. Next, indulge in the charm of Memphis with a two-night (2) stay at the Guest House at Graceland, where the spirit of Elvis and Christmas combine. Then, venture to Pigeon Forge for three (3) nights filled with festive joy. Finally, wrap up this incredible holiday adventure with one (1) night in the Boston area. This luxurious tour will make your Christmas dreams come true!  

LUXURY CHRISTMAS IN TENNESSEE & LANCASTER PA from NS,NB

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 5, 2024 - Book now & save up to $500 per person. 506-804-0989 Experience the warmth and wonder of 'Christmas in Tennessee' on this unforgettable journey! Spend three (3) enchanting nights in Pigeon Forge, where the Smoky Mountains provide the backdrop for a holiday filled with lights, shows, and festive cheer. Then, we'll whisk you away to Nashville for three (3) more nights, where the city's vibrant music scene and dazzling Christmas displays will ignite your holiday spirit. Finally, wrap up your tour with two (2) nights in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where you'll be charmed by the classic holiday traditions of Amish country. This delightful adventure is the perfect way to make cherished Christmas memories!  

NYC MACY’S & THANKSGIVING LUXURY DREAM TOUR (7 DAYS) from NS, NB

NOVEMBER 24 TO 30, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Experience the enchantment of Christmas in New York City! Join us for an unforgettable experience in NYC, where the city comes alive with festive charm. Marvel at the glittering lights, Christmas trees, and holiday windows that transform NYC’s top attractions into magical winter scenes. Explore NYC’s holiday markets for unique gifts and treats and consider adding the optional Rockettes Christmas Spectacular for an extra touch of holiday cheer (additional cost). With the guidance of a local NYC expert, we will embark on two insightful guided tours (1 day & 1 night). Discover the iconic landmarks that define the city’s spirit and enjoy a captivating tour of the city’s famous department store window displays. We will also set sail on a cruise to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Get ready to create unforgettable holiday memories that you'll treasure for years to come!  

OLD QUEBEC, SPA & GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET from NS, NB

NOVEMBER 26 TO 29, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Ever wanted to go to Old Quebec and do something different?  Well, this is the tour for you!  You will spend a relaxing evening as a “VIP Guest” at a beautiful outdoor spa. You will also have plenty of time to shop and visit the beauty of Old Quebec, Ste. Anne de Beaupré, Montmorency Falls. We will also visit the German Christmas Market and more!!!”  

CHATEAU FRONTENAC & GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET – OLD QUEBEC LUXURY DREAM TOUR (FROM NS & NB)

NOVEMBER 26 to 29, 2024 - Book Now & Save up to $400 per person (506) 804-0989 “Ever wanted to go to Old Quebec and do something luxurious?  Look no further!  We will be staying at the beautiful Château Frontenac for three (3) nights! You will also have the option to spend a relaxing evening at the beautiful Siberia Station Spa*Optional! We will also have plenty of time to shop and visit the beauty of Old Quebec and enjoy the German Christmas Market and more!!!  This will be a great “get-away” to relax, enjoy and make wonderful memories!”

MARITIME DANCERS’ NYC CHRISTMAS LUXURY DREAM TOUR from NB

NOVEMBER 28 TO DECEMBER 3, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Experience the enchantment of Christmas in New York City! Join us for an unforgettable experience in NYC, where the city comes alive with festive charm. Marvel at the glittering lights, Christmas trees, and holiday windows that transform NYC’s top attractions into magical winter scenes. Explore NYC’s holiday markets for unique gifts and treats.  We will see the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular for an extra touch of holiday cheer. With the guidance of a local NYC expert, we will embark on two insightful guided tours (1 day & 1 night). Discover the iconic landmarks that define the city’s spirit and enjoy a captivating tour of the city’s famous department store window displays. We will also set sail on a cruise to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Get ready to create unforgettable holiday memories that you'll treasure for years to come!  

CHATEAU FRONTENAC & GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET-OLD QUEBEC LUXURY DREAM TOUR FROM PEI & NB

NOVEMBER 28 to DECEMBER 1, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Ever wanted to go to Old Quebec and do something luxurious?  Look no further!  We will be staying at the beautiful Château Frontenac for three (3) nights! You will also have the option to spend a relaxing evening at the beautiful Siberia Station Spa*Optional! We will also have plenty of time to shop and visit the beauty of Old Quebec and enjoy the German Christmas Market and more!!!  This will be a great “get-away” to relax, enjoy and make wonderful memories!”

OLD QUEBEC, GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET & SPA DREAM TOUR (FROM PEI & NB)

NOVEMBER 29 TO DECEMBER 2, 2024 - BOOK NOW AND SAVE UP TO $400 PER PERSON - CALL (506) 804-0989 “Ever wanted to go to Old Quebec and do something different?  Well, this is the tour for you!  You will spend a relaxing evening as a “VIP Guest” at a beautiful outdoor spa. You will also have plenty of time to shop and visit the beauty of Old Quebec, Ste. Anne de Beaupré, Montmorency Falls. We will also visit the German Christmas Market and more!!!”

14-DAY CARIBBEAN *NO FLY* NCL PRIMA (FROM NS,NB)

NOVEMBER 29 TO DECEMBER 12, 2024 - Book now & save. 506-804-0989 Get ready to experience your own slice of paradise on this roundtrip cruise to The Caribbean aboard Norwegian Prima. In Puerto Plata, uncover the local history at the 16th century Fortaleza San Felipe or embark on a jungle adventure to see Damajagua's Waterfalls. Then snorkel among colourful tropical fish and green sea turtles in St. Thomas at Turtle Cove. Come aboard a 5-star catamaran in Philipsburg and sail along the island's incredible coast while savouring a gourmet lunch, an open bar and fantastic vistas. * 14 days includes transportation days *  

NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS LUXURY DREAM TOUR (FROM PEI, NB)

DECEMBER 1 TO 6, 2024 - Book now & save up to $300 per person. 506-804-0989 “Experience the enchantment of Christmas in New York City! Join us for an unforgettable experience in NYC, where the city comes alive with festive charm. Marvel at the glittering lights, Christmas trees, and holiday windows that transform NYC’s top attractions into magical winter scenes. Explore NYC’s holiday markets for unique gifts and treats and consider adding the optional Rockettes Christmas Spectacular for an extra touch of holiday cheer (additional cost). With the guidance of a local NYC expert, we will embark on two insightful guided tours (1 day & 1 night). Discover the iconic landmarks that define the city’s spirit and enjoy a captivating tour of the city’s famous department store window displays. We will also set sail on a cruise to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Get ready to create unforgettable holiday memories that you'll treasure for years to come!  

CHATEAU FRONTENAC & GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET OLD QUEBEC LUXURY DREAM TOUR (FROM PEI & NB)

DECEMBER 3 TO 6, 2024 - Book Now & Save up to $400 per person (506) 804-0989 “Ever wanted to go to Old Quebec and do something luxurious?  Look no further!  We will be staying at the beautiful Château Frontenac for three (3) nights! You will also have the option to spend a relaxing evening at the beautiful Siberia Station Spa*Optional! We will also have plenty of time to shop and visit the beauty of Old Quebec and enjoy the German Christmas Market and more!!!  This will be a great “get-away” to relax, enjoy and make wonderful memories!”

NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS LUXURY DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

DECEMBER 07 TO 12, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Experience the enchantment of Christmas in New York City! Join us for an unforgettable experience in NYC, where the city comes alive with festive charm. Marvel at the glittering lights, Christmas trees, and holiday windows that transform NYC’s top attractions into magical winter scenes. Explore NYC’s holiday markets for unique gifts and treats and consider adding the optional Rockettes Christmas Spectacular for an extra touch of holiday cheer (additional cost). With the guidance of a local NYC expert, we will embark on three (3) insightful guided tours (2 day & 1 night). Discover the iconic landmarks that define the city’s spirit and enjoy a captivating tour of the city’s famous department store window displays. We will also set sail on a cruise to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Get ready to create unforgettable holiday memories that you'll treasure for years to come!  

NYC 7-DAY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS LUXURY DREAM TOUR from NS, NB

DECEMBER 8 TO 14, 2024 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 506-804-0989 “Experience the enchantment of Christmas in New York City! Join us for an unforgettable experience in NYC, where the city comes alive with festive charm. Marvel at the glittering lights, Christmas trees, and holiday windows that transform NYC’s top attractions into magical winter scenes. Explore NYC’s holiday markets for unique gifts and treats and consider adding the optional Rockettes Christmas Spectacular for an extra touch of holiday cheer (additional cost). With the guidance of a local NYC expert, we will embark on two insightful guided tours (1 day & 1 night). Discover the iconic landmarks that define the city’s spirit and enjoy a captivating tour of the city’s famous department store window displays. We will also set sail on a cruise to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Get ready to create unforgettable holiday memories that you'll treasure for years to come!  

CHATEAU FRONTENAC & GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET – OLD QUEBEC LUXURY DREAM TOUR FROM NS & NB

DECEMBER 12 to 15, 2024 - Book Now & Save up to $400 per person (506) 804-0989 “Ever wanted to go to Old Quebec and do something luxurious?  Look no further!  We will be staying at the beautiful Château Frontenac for three (3) nights! You will also have the option to spend a relaxing evening at the beautiful Siberia Station Spa*Optional! We will also have plenty of time to shop and visit the beauty of Old Quebec and enjoy the German Christmas Market and more!!!  This will be a great “get-away” to relax, enjoy and make wonderful memories!”  

FLORIDA/ORLANDO/DAYTONA – NEW BRUNSWICK MARCH BREAK

MARCH 1 TO 12, 2025 - Book now & save up to $400 per person. 1-506-804-0989 “You will be able to visit the top attractions Florida has to offer. Also take advantage of some shopping that you will not find back home. This will be a vacation of a lifetime. Get your seat fast before they are all gone! We will sleep EVERY NIGHT on the way up and down.”  

16-DAY CARIBBEAN *NO FLY* NCL ESCAPE CRUISE & NYC TOUR (FROM NS, NB)

FEBRUARY 21 TO MARCH 8, 2025 - Selling fast !! Book now at 506-804-0989 “Get ready to experience your own slice of paradise on this roundtrip cruise to The Caribbean aboard Norwegian Escape. We will visit the ports of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Basseterre, St Kitts; Castries, St Lucia; St John’s, Antigua; Philipsburg, St Maarten; Tortola and British Virgin Islands.  This tour includes pre & post hotels, round trip transportation from NS & NB. You will also spend a night in a Luxury Times Square hotel.” * 16 days includes transportation days*  

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TPG’s 8 top family vacation destinations for 2024

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Deciding which eight destinations across the globe deserve a spot on TPG's list of best family vacation destinations to visit this year was no easy task.

We researched new resorts, activities and events and pulled from our own extensive travel experience to find the spots your family will still be talking about years after you return home from your trip.

Related: Where to go in 2024: The 16 best places to travel

Of course, we also had to throw in a few of our dream destinations.

Whether your family prefers cities, beaches , theme parks or the great outdoors, you'll find your perfect family vacation spot on this list.

With four major theme parks in the area, Orlando bills itself as the "theme park capital of the world." Because those parks are always competing for the top spot in travelers' hearts (and their wallets), there's always something new to do.

Disney is nearing the completion of Epcot's multiyear makeover with the recent opening of Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana and the debut of an all-new nighttime spectacular called "Luminous The Symphony of Us."

Related: Why Epcot is now Disney World's must-do park

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In 2024, the focus will shift to Magic Kingdom, with the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure. The attraction is expected to open in late 2024. Perhaps more important than any new attraction, beginning Jan. 9, 2024, a Disney World visit will feel much like it did before the COVID-19 pandemic. This date marks the end of theme park reservations and 2 p.m. park-hopping restrictions , as well as the return of the Disney Dining Plan .

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At Universal Orlando, 2023 saw the debut of Minion Land and the new Illumination's Villain-Con Minion Blast attraction. This is just Universal's first step to introduce more kid-friendly programming. In 2024, Universal Studios Florida will open a land themed to DreamWorks Animation films like "Shrek," "Trolls" and "Kung Fu Panda."

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SeaWorld Orlando has been on a regular cadence of adding new attractions every year and 2024 is no different. After opening the Ice Breaker coaster in 2022 and Pipeline: The Surf Coaster in 2023, the marine-themed park will open a family-friendly launch coaster called Penguin Trek in 2024.

The Orlando area is also home to the headwaters of the Everglades, which provides ample opportunities for outdoorsy families to explore the flora and fauna that call the Everglades home. Both Wild Florida and Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures offer airboat tours where you're almost guaranteed to spot a few alligators. Or, you can take it slow on a kayak tour in one of Get Up and Go Kayaking's clear kayaks.

Where to stay

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The Evermore Orlando Resort will open next door to Disney World on Jan. 1, 2024. The resort will feature a variety of accommodation types, from vacation villas to luxury hotel rooms at Orlando's first Conrad Hotel, as well as a 20-acre tropical beach complex with an 8-acre lagoon for swimming and water sports.

Room rates at the Conrad Orlando start at around $580 or 90,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Also near Disney World, the Waldorf Astoria Orlando recently completed property-wide renovations, including transformed guest rooms, new restaurants and dining menus, a reimagined spa and golf club and more. Room rates start at around $560 or 90,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Oahu, Hawaii

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From swimming in the jewel-toned waters of the Pacific Ocean to hiking through lush green landscapes and experiencing Hawaii's rich history and time-honored traditions, Oahu has so much to offer families in search of a tropical beach vacation.

You are likely to stay at a resort with beach access, so let's explore some of Oahu's top attractions off the beach. If your kids are up for a hike, they'll be rewarded with picture-perfect views and a peek into Hawaii's military history on the Diamond Head State Monument . There is a small entry fee of $5 per person (free for Hawaii residents and children ages 3 and under).

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About 30 minutes away by car, you can visit Pearl Harbor . Here, you can visit the Pearl Harbor memorials, explore a large collection of aircraft in the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, discover the USS Bowfin Submarine and so much more. Guided tours and individual ticket packages are available.

With six "Jurassic Park" films released in the past 30 years, your kids are likely as big fans of the franchise as you are. At Kualoa Ranch , you can visit some of the real-life filming locations from these films, along with other popular movies like "Kong Skull Island" and "50 First Dates."

Related: Save money: How you can book flights to Hawaii using points and miles in 2024

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If you are a Disney family through and through, there's no better place to stay than Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa . You can spend your days swimming in the pool, snorkeling in the hotel's private lagoon and playing on the beach or check out the Disney offerings like character meet-and-greets, animation classes or movies under the stars. Kids ages 4-12 can visit Aunty's Beach House, a kids club included in the cost of your stay.

Room rates start at around $569 per night when booked with cash or from about $336 if booked with rented points from a site like David's Vacation Club .

Related: 11 best family resorts in Hawaii for a relaxing vacation

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Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort offers families direct access to Duke Kahanamoku Beach, but also has a smaller, calm lagoon that may be more popular with younger kids. This resort has five outdoor pools — some with waterslides — hula and lei-making lessons, fish feeding and luau feasts with traditional Samoan, Tahitian and Hawaiian dancing every Sunday through Thursday.

Rates at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort start at around $250 or 70,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Families who want to enjoy Arizona's natural beauty and year-round warm weather have a lot of new options to choose from in 2024 when it comes to places to stay and play.

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In addition to timeless landmarks like the Grand Canyon , Monument Valley and Camelback Mountain, President Biden recently designated one million acres of land near the Grand Canyon as the Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni – Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument , ensuring the land, which is home to several native tribes, remains protected. In addition, Chiricahua National Monument in Willcox, Arizona, may soon be Arizona's newest National Park.

Related: What to pack and where to stay: TPG's ultimate Grand Canyon family vacation guide

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Slated to open sometime in 2024, Mattel Adventure Park in Glendale, Arizona, will feature attractions based on favorite toys like Hot Wheels, Barbie and more. There will be an entire land themed to "Thomas & Friends," two thrilling Hot Wheels roller coasters and a life-size Barbie Beach House with a rooftop bar and restaurant.

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The Mattel Adventure Park mentioned above will be located at the also-soon-to-open Vai Resort . Vai will be the state's largest resort, with more than 1,100 rooms and suites, a world-class concert venue and a 6-acre swimming complex with a sandy beach.

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In other recent opening news, the 141-room Global Ambassador Hotel opened on Dec. 6 at the crossroads of Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and Phoenix. This luxury property has a world-class spa and fitness center, select guest rooms with views of Camelback Mountain and a climate-controlled pool. Room rates start at around $560 per night, and it will also be part of Chase's Luxury Resort & Hotel Collectio n and Mr & Mrs Smith , beginning Jan. 1, 2024.

Guanacaste, Costa Rica

The Guanacaste province of Costa Rica is a destination where eco-conscious families can combine lazy days on the beach with outdoor adventures in the region's lush, tropical rainforest.

Related: 6 adventurous activities in Costa Rica for families

Playa Tamarindo — along with nearby beaches Playa Grande and Playa Langosta — is well-known for its surf-ready waves, even if you have little (or no) experience on a surfboard. A number of local surf shops offer surfing lessons or boogie board rentals if you aren't quite ready to brave the waves while standing.

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If you can pull yourself away from the surf (and you should), there are ample opportunities to experience the jungles of Costa Rica.

Related: Epic wildlife and sustainable luxury define travel to Costa Rica in 2024

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You'll need to travel a decent way inland, so the easiest option is to book a half-day or full-day tour that leaves from Guanacaste. Spend a day in the treetops of Monteverde's Cloud Forest, see some of Costa Rica's breathtakingly blue waterfalls or visit Arenal Volcano National Park.

If you book through Viator, you can get up to 10% cash back through the Rakuten shopping portal or earn miles through the Delta SkyMiles or AAdvantage portals .

Related: Frontier Airlines' unlimited all-you-can-fly pass now valid for kids, includes $200 flight credit

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If you are looking for an all-inclusive option, check out The Westin Reserva Conchal on Playa Conchal. The resort has a dedicated section for families that is close to the pool, beach, restaurants and the included kids club. Family suites have bunk beds, a sofa bed and a queen bed so everyone can sleep comfortably. All-inclusive rates at The Westin Reserva Conchal start at $425 or 73,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, based on double occupancy.

Related: The 13 best all-inclusive resorts in Costa Rica for beach visits or hiking trips

The JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa is another family-friendly option located on the shores of Playa Mansita, just a short drive from the town of Tamarindo. You can spend your days soaking in the large oceanfront pool, playing in the sand or exploring the shopping and dining in town. The JW Adventure Kids Club is open to kids ages 4-12 and offers supervised activities and a playground. Room rates start at around $617 or 36,800 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Disney's Lighthouse Point, Bahamas

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While not a traditional destination you can drive or fly to and stay overnight, Disney Cruise Line's newest private island deserves a spot on this list. Beginning in June of 2024, select Disney Cruise Line itineraries will include a stop at Lighthouse Point. The inaugural sailing will be a seven-night sailing on the Disney Fantasy that stops at Lighthouse Point and Castaway Cay, but all other sailings that visit the new island will be on board the Disney Magic .

Related: Port alert: These 2 cruise lines are building new private destinations in the Bahamas

Lighthouse Point was thoughtfully planned and built to incorporate environmental and cultural awareness into its design and amenities. Disney partnered with local artists to create murals, sculptures and other elements of the island and also plans to offer programming in the island's Arts and Cultural Pavilion that honors Bahamian traditions and shore excursions developed in partnership with local tour operators.

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Lighthouse Point will have a family beach with a water play area for kids and an adults-only beach with a dedicated bar and dining area. Cabanas are available to rent in both sections. Guests can also play volleyball, borrow bikes and water sports equipment or explore nature trails.

Paradise Coast, Florida

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Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades comprise Southwest Florida's Paradise Coast, an area where you can experience the full breadth of what Florida has to offer. In Naples and Marco Island, you can enjoy five-star accommodations and pristine beaches; in the Everglades, you can immerse yourself in the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S.

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At Everglades National Park , you can view wildlife including alligators, birds, otters and more, on one of the park's many hiking trails or on a guided tram, kayak or airboat tour .

Related: TPG's favorite national parks: A month-by-month guide

Families will also enjoy the educational fun at Golisano Children's Museum of Naples (especially if you are in need of a rainy day activity) and the wet and wild excitement of Naples' Sun-N-Fun Lagoon . If you aren't staying directly on the beach (or just want to hop around and explore), Vanderbilt Beach is a popular spot for swimming, shelling and watersports that's also close to shopping and dining. If you travel about 20 miles north of Naples to Lovers State Park, you can swim in more seclusion than the popular in-town beaches or soak up the dog days of summer with your canine companion at Dog Beach Park.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Naples reopened in July of 2023 after an extensive transformation. The hotel added three new dining outlets, newly designed guest rooms and a redesigned pool area with four pools, luxury cabanas and immersive water features. What hasn't changed are Ritz-Carlton's extraordinary guest service and the breathtaking ocean views.

Room rates start at around $783 or 80,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

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Beginning in October 2024, families can visit the newest location in the Great Wolf Lodge water park resort family. Guest suites in this 500-room resort are designed with families in mind. Standard family suites have two queen beds and a sleeper sofa, but we recommend opting for one of the themed suites with a queen bed for parents and a separate bunk bed area for kids. Admission to the resort's 100,000-square-foot indoor water park is included in your stay. Room rates start at around $200 per night.

Regardless of when you visit the City of Light , you'll be greeted with endless museums, historical landmarks and sprawling green spaces to discover. There is one very special reason to visit in 2024 that may dominate your time in Paris, but it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience for those lucky enough to be there in person.

Related: 2024 Paris Olympics: How I used points and miles to save money on business-class flights and hotel nights

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The 2024 Summer Olympics are being held in France from July 26-Aug. 11, and the opening ceremonies will kick off along the Seine in Paris. Some events will require you to travel outside of the city, but some are taking place right in the heart of Paris. You can watch beach volleyball near the Eiffel Tower, fencing and Taekwondo at the Grand Palais and tennis at the 95-year-old Roland-Garros Stadium.

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While you're in town, you can get to Disneyland Paris by bus or train in under an hour. If you prefer to spend more than one day at Disneyland Paris, you can stay in one of the park's eight themed hotels, including the recently reimagined five-star Disneyland Hotel .

Securing hotel reservations in Paris during the Olympics could almost be a Games event in itself. Your best option is likely going to be an official Olympics travel package , which includes a hotel stay and tickets to one or more events.

Related: The best hotels in Paris

Indianapolis

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All eyes will be on the sky in Indianapolis this spring. On April 8, 2024, millions of Americans will be in the path of a rare total solar eclipse , though only a handful of major cities will be along the path of totality with up to four minutes of dark skies.

Indianapolis is one such city along the so-called path of totality, and they are planning a full weekend of fun, including educational films and lectures, games, live entertainment and more between April 5–8, 2024. The best viewing spots will be at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and White River State Park, but events are being held all over town.

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The Children's Museum of Indianapolis and the Indianapolis Zoo are also getting in on the action. These also happen to be two of the best attractions for families visiting Indianapolis any time of year. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis recently renovated its interactive dinosaur exhibit, and the Indianapolis Zoo has rides and attractions in addition to animal habitats.

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The JW Marriott Indianapolis is located within walking distance of White River State Park. Guest rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of downtown so you can enjoy the city skyline when you aren't looking up at the sky. Rates start at around $150 or 31,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

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Families can sleep in a converted 1920s Pullman train car at the Crowne Plaza Indianapolis Downtown Union Station for a unique stay. Traditional rooms are also available, along with an indoor pool, two restaurants and nods to the property's former life as the country's first Union Station. Room rates start at around $170 or 22,000 IHG One Rewards points per night.

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Disney can be a dream trip that turns into a tough reality when you see how much it costs.

The good news is there are several ways you can save some extra cash to go on that Disney dream trip.

Before you book your trip, check out these clever ways to save up so you can enjoy your trip to a magical place without worrying about a villain cleaning out your wallet.

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A great Costco hack is to use your membership for items that are basic bulk purchases from the warehouse. But, there are also other ways to save money at Costco that you can use to save for your Disney trip.

For example, Costco Travel has great deals for vacations not only at Disney resorts but also on Disney cruises if you prefer to travel by ship on your next vacation.

Look for options that include a free Costco Shop Card to pay for Costco items and use the money you save for your Disney trip.

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<p> It can be hard to save money when you have a generic goal like “Save money for a Disney trip,” so set specific savings goals that you can reach to get to your dream vacation. </p> <p> You might want to set a goal for how much you plan to save each month to get to the amount you need. You could also declutter your home and create a goal to sell a certain number of items each month and put the cash toward your Disney dream vacation. </p>

Set specific goals

It can be hard to save money when you have a generic goal like “Save money for a Disney trip,” so set specific savings goals that you can reach to get to your dream vacation.

You might want to set a goal for how much you plan to save each month to get to the amount you need. You could also declutter your home and create a goal to sell a certain number of items each month and put the cash toward your Disney dream vacation.

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A great high-yield savings account is one option to help you earn extra interest on the money you’re saving, especially if you’re saving an amount for a big purchase like a Disney vacation.

You can set goals to put a certain amount in each month to help build your savings for your vacation and keep tabs on how much additional cash you’re earning in interest.

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<p> Streaming services may only cost $10 or $15 a month, but that can add up and be used for a Disney vacation instead. Reevaluate your streaming subscriptions and see if you can cancel some or rotate your subscriptions each month. </p> <p> One thing you shouldn’t cancel, however, is your Disney+ streaming service. The resorts have offered discounts in the past for Disney+ subscribers so keep an eye out if they revive that discount. </p>

Cancel streaming services (but not Disney+)

Streaming services may only cost $10 or $15 a month, but that can add up and be used for a Disney vacation instead. Reevaluate your streaming subscriptions and see if you can cancel some or rotate your subscriptions each month.

One thing you shouldn’t cancel, however, is your Disney+ streaming service. The resorts have offered discounts in the past for Disney+ subscribers so keep an eye out if they revive that discount.

<p> A budget is an important part of any savings plan so set up a few different budgets to reach your Disney goals. </p> <p> You’ll want to either create or revisit your monthly budget to see if there are extra ways you can save cash to reach your Disney trip. It’s also a good idea to build a Disney budget so you can make attainable savings goals to reach the amount you need. </p>

Create a budget

A budget is an important part of any savings plan so set up a few different budgets to reach your Disney goals.

You’ll want to either create or revisit your monthly budget to see if there are extra ways you can save cash to reach your Disney trip. It’s also a good idea to build a Disney budget so you can make attainable savings goals to reach the amount you need.

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Get a rewards credit card

The best rewards credit cards are great options if you want to find ways to earn points and perks while spending money.

Check out the Disney Visa Rewards card, for example, which helps you save money at Disney dining locations or gets you extra park perks as a cardholder. You can even pick your favorite characters to be on your rewards card and show off your love for Disney.

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<p> You’re probably including souvenirs and other fun purchases in your Disney budget so get those costs covered now and put that toward your Disney trip savings at a discount. </p> <p> Disney gift cards can be purchased for less than the face value at stores like Sam’s Club, or you can use your Target REDcard to buy Disney cards at face value but use your REDcard discount to get 5% off the purchase price. </p>

Buy Disney gift cards

You’re probably including souvenirs and other fun purchases in your Disney budget so get those costs covered now and put that toward your Disney trip savings at a discount.

Disney gift cards can be purchased for less than the face value at stores like Sam’s Club, or you can use your Target REDcard to buy Disney cards at face value but use your REDcard discount to get 5% off the purchase price.

<p> You’re going to love all the unique restaurants and tasty treats when you go to a Disney resort, so spend some time in your kitchen before you go to save money. </p> <p> It could also be a fun way to get the family involved and have everyone pitch in on dinner nights to save enough for your big trip.</p>

Cook at home more

You’re going to love all the unique restaurants and tasty treats when you go to a Disney resort, so spend some time in your kitchen before you go to save money.

It could also be a fun way to get the family involved and have everyone pitch in on dinner nights to save enough for your big trip.

<p> There are still plenty of everyday expenses you can’t avoid while putting cash in your Disney fund, but there are ways to save when you shop. </p> <p> Check out the apps for places you visit regularly such as grocery stores or retail stores like Target and Walmart. You can find additional coupons or discounts that can help you save during each visit. The extra savings can add up over time for your trip. </p> <p>  <a href="https://financebuzz.com/southwest-booking-secrets-55mp?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=10&synd_postid=14589&synd_backlink_title=9+nearly+secret+things+to+do+if+you+fly+Southwest&synd_backlink_position=9&synd_slug=southwest-booking-secrets-55mp">9 nearly secret things to do if you fly Southwest</a>  </p>

Download shopping apps

There are still plenty of everyday expenses you can’t avoid while putting cash in your Disney fund, but there are ways to save when you shop.

Check out the apps for places you visit regularly such as grocery stores or retail stores like Target and Walmart. You can find additional coupons or discounts that can help you save during each visit. The extra savings can add up over time for your trip.

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<p> Side hustles can be great options to help you earn and save extra money. Find a side hustle that fits into your schedule or pick an option that fits your talents such as a hobby you can turn into cash, or tutoring using your knowledge of a specific subject. </p>

Get a side hustle

Side hustles can be great options to help you earn and save extra money. Find a side hustle that fits into your schedule or pick an option that fits your talents such as a hobby you can turn into cash, or tutoring using your knowledge of a specific subject.

<p> Sometimes you might want to surprise your kids with a Disney vacation they didn’t expect, but it can also be a good idea to get them involved in saving so they feel like they’re contributing. </p> <p> If your kids are old enough, encourage them to help neighbors out with yard work or shoveling sidewalks to earn a little extra cash. You can also have them collect cans from family and turn them in for cash if you’re in a state with a can and bottle deposit. </p>

Get the kids involved

Sometimes you might want to surprise your kids with a Disney vacation they didn’t expect, but it can also be a good idea to get them involved in saving so they feel like they’re contributing.

If your kids are old enough, encourage them to help neighbors out with yard work or shoveling sidewalks to earn a little extra cash. You can also have them collect cans from family and turn them in for cash if you’re in a state with a can and bottle deposit.

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Buy used instead of new

There are some great websites to purchase things you may need without spending as much for them if they’re used compared to if they’re new.

Check out sites like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, or Craigslist for items you need before you head out to buy them new or order them online. You may be surprised at how much you can save using online thrift shopping.

<p> It can be exciting to find out you’re getting a tax refund after filing your tax returns in April. </p> <p> Keep track of that refund when it arrives and earmark it specifically for your Disney fund to give your trip an <a href="https://financebuzz.com/ways-to-make-extra-money?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=14&synd_postid=14589&synd_backlink_title=extra+savings+boost&synd_backlink_position=11&synd_slug=ways-to-make-extra-money">extra savings boost</a>. </p>

Use your tax refund

It can be exciting to find out you’re getting a tax refund after filing your tax returns in April.

Keep track of that refund when it arrives and earmark it specifically for your Disney fund to give your trip an extra savings boost .

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Sights of Elektrostal, Moscow region

Table of contents:, history of the city, park of culture and leisure, historical and art museum, october cultural center, kristall ice palace, memorial complex, museum and exhibition complex.

Sights of Elektrostal, Moscow region

2024 Author : Harold Hamphrey | [email protected] . Last modified: 2023-12-17 10:06

In the Moscow region there is a small cozy town Elektrostal. Its sights for the most part have no historical value due to the fact that the city has a relatively small history. But for a visiting tourist or city dweller, they will be of interest. There is something to see, where to go to have an exciting leisure time.

Today the population of the city is 158 thousand people. Until the beginning of the 20th century there were several small workers' settlements here. After the opening of the electrometallurgical and equipment factories, the place began to be called the natural boundary of Calm. The construction of the railway made this settlement accessible, and workers and families flocked here to earn money. In 1925, the station was named Elektrostal, and the rapid increase in population allowed the village to receive the status of a city.

attractions elektrostal photo

The founder of the city is a prominent Russian industrialist Nikolai Vtorov. It was he who opened the plant here, creating, in fact, a city-forming enterprise that is still operating. In Soviet times, it was a closed facility, and it was not easy to get to work here.

Today Elektrostal is a promising industrial city with a great future and a heroic past. It bears the proud name "City of Military and Labor Glory".

You can learn about the sights of Elektrostal with descriptions and photos here. There are places for walking, outdoor activities and cultural development.

sights of the electric steel of the Moscow region

Those who come to the city by train are met by a monument to the metallurgist. It was installed in November 2017 for the 100th anniversary of the Elektrostal plant. The attraction is made in the style of constructivism. The monument quickly won the love of the townspeople, because this city is supported by ordinary workers.

Elektrostal attractions photo with description

Elektrost altsy and the founding father of the plant, Nikolai Vtorov, are honored. In 2002, a monument was opened in honor of him, which became a landmark of the city of Elektrostal. The bronze sculpture is installed on the site where once stood a monument to the leader of the world proletariat, V. I. Lenin. Times change, characters change. Today, the plant, founded a century ago, is the largest in Russia. Vtorov himself, whose fortune was estimated at 60 million rubles in gold, according to Forbes magazine, was the owner of the largest capital at the beginning of the century. He was a banker, an industrialist, an entrepreneur, a man of action.

The monument was erected byinitiative of the townspeople who wished to perpetuate the monument to the great man.

One of the popular places for spending weekends and evenings among citizens and guests of the city is the Park of Culture and Leisure. Here you can ride attractions for children and adults, play slot machines, rollerblade or bike. The park is divided into two zones. Fans of unhurried walks in the fresh air make a promenade on the Quiet Alley, and those who prefer outdoor activities flock to the Entertainment Alley. The park has a summer stage, where concerts and cafes are regularly held.

Elektrostal attractions

Until 1999, there was no central museum among the attractions of Elektrostal in the Moscow Region. The expositions were exhibited in schools, the house of culture, in factory museums. The city was closed, so there was no large influx of tourists and visitors. The appearance of the historical and art museum made it possible for residents and guests of the city to learn a lot of useful information about their native land, the formation of the production process, and the difficult years of the war. The exposition consists of paintings by local artists, historical artifacts, household items, documents, books and much more. The collection is updated regularly. It also hosts outdoor exhibitions, which are always popular with the townspeople.

One of the main attractions of Elektrostal, the photo of which is available to almost every resident or visitor, is the Main Alley. On herpassers-by like to stroll along shady paths, townspeople rest by the fountain after a hard shift at the plant. Flower beds are the decoration of the alley. In 2006, a flower festival was held here for the first time, which has become traditional. Each enterprise of the city and private individuals give residents a real composition of fresh flowers, which pleases with bright colors all summer long. A riot of colors, aromas and a flight of fantasy reigns here. Walking through the park, you can see Snow White with a basket, a bright well, a multi-tiered cake made from fresh flowers, hearts of lovers or a fabulous house. It is almost impossible not to take a photo against the background of these compositions.

There is a cultural center in the city. It hosts performances by local creative teams and visiting stars, performances and circus performances.

In 1971, the ice palace "Crystal" was opened in the city. Almost immediately, a children's and youth hockey team was organized, which gained sports fame. This is the home sports arena for the Elektrostal hockey team. Matches of different levels are held on the ice.

There are sections for children who go in for hockey or figure skating. Citizens come here with their families to cheer for their favorite team or go ice skating.

Elektrostal is a city with a heroic past. During the war years, more than 12 thousand citizens came to the recruiting station and went to the front to defend their homeland. Almost 4 thousand of them did not return from the battle. To these heroesdedicated to the memorial complex with the inextinguishable Eternal Flame, opened in 1968

But the electricians took part in the war in Afghanistan and Chechnya. By decision of the city authorities, their memory is also immortalized in the memorial complex.

It has become a good tradition for newlyweds to lay flowers at this monument.

attractions of the city of Elektrostal

In 1999, a museum and exhibition complex was opened in the city, where, in addition to the exhibition hall, there are numerous circles for children, classes for young people, and a creative workshop. Various festivals, exhibitions, city holidays and other events are held within the walls and on the territory of the complex, which attract many spectators.

Elektrostal attractions

Listing the sights of Elektrostal, it is impossible not to mention the temples. There are several of them in the city: the church of St. John of Kronstadt, St. Andrew's Church, the hospital church of St. Panteleimon. Another new church is being built. In appearance, the temples look ancient, monumental, in the Novgorod style. But they were all built at the end of the 20th century.

Let there be no ancient artifacts among the sights of Elektrostal. But on the other hand, all of them are connected with the history of the city, with everyday work and military exploits of ordinary residents.

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The top 10 fastest superyachts in the world

Despite their larger size, superyachts can still reach an impressive speed on the water – as this official list of the world’s fastest superyachts shows. For now, the list is topped by 41.5 metre Foners as the world’s speediest superyacht. Able to reach top speeds of 70 knots – equivalent to 80 miles per hour – the Izar-built yacht has been outpacing her contenders for more than 20 years. But her challengers are not far behind. For adrenaline-seekers with a need for speed, get your pulses racing with our definitive list of the quickest superyachts on the water.

Foners | 70.1 knots

Clocking in at a thrilling 70.10 knots, the 41.5 metre Foners has raced to the top spot as the world’s fastest superyacht. She’s been difficult to catch up with, having maintained her position for over 20 years since her delivery in 2000. 

Her zippy speed is produced by two 1,280hp MAN engines coupled with three Rolls Royce 6,700hp gas turbines that drive three KaMeWa water jets. But she is not just about speed; her interior, designed by Studio Spadolini is quite literally fit for a king. Originally built by Spanish shipyard Izar as the King of Spain’s royal yacht , the DLBA-designed Foners features interiors finished in elegant gloss sycamore wood panelling with stitched tan leather detailing. She can accommodate eight guests and six crew on board, and her superstructure has been lined with Aramid fibre for the express purpose of making it bullet proof. There is a formal dining room indoors, while the deck spaces are vast offering plenty of opportunities for al fresco entertaining. At a cruising speed of 12 knots, she has a range of 1,800 nautical miles.

  • Builder: Izar
  • Country of build: Spain
  • Delivery year: 2000
  • Length Overall: 41.5 m
  • Beam: 9.2 m
  • Gross Tonnage 180 t

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More stories, world is not enough | 67 knots.

World Is Not Enough comes second to Foners by just a fraction, able to reach a respectable top speed of 67 knots. She was delivered in 2004 by Millenium Super Yachts and designed by Dutch naval architect Frank Mulder . She is propelled by two Paxman diesel engines and two Lycoming gas turbines, producing a staggering 20,600hp. She also boasts an impressive cruising range of 3800 nautical miles at a comfortable speed of 10 knots.

World Is Not Enough measures 42.4 metres LOA and can accommodate 10 guests on board in five luxurious cabins, along with seven crew members. When not ploughing through the waves at full throttle, she offers plenty of space for relaxation, with al fresco dining and lounge spaces available on all decks and an additional formal dining space and bar indoors. Her interiors have been designed in a classic style by Evan K Marshall and feature marble finishes, opulent mirrors and glossy wood panelling. She was last refitted in 2011.

  • Builder: Neptunus - Millennium
  • Country of build: Netherlands
  • Delivery year: 2004
  • Length Overall: 42.4 m
  • Beam: 8.25 m
  • Gross Tonnage 291 t

Destriero | 66 knots

In third place is the 68.18 metre Destriero . Launched in 1991, she was built by Italian shipyard Fincantieri to a design by Donald Blount and Pininfarina . Powered by a Codag engine with three GE Aviation LM1600 gas turbines totalling 54,000hp, she is able to reach a top speed a 66 knots. The construction of Destriero was sponsored by Aga Khan IV for the purpose of achieving the Blue Riband, a record awarded to the fastest vessel to cross the Atlantic Ocean.

Shortly after her launch, Destriero crossed the Atlantic in 1992 twice without refuelling. Her first westbound voyage took her from Tarifa Point in Spain to Ambrose Light in New York. The return voyage saw her travel from Ambrose Light to Bishop Rock in the Isles of Scilly, a total distance of 3,106 nautical miles which she covered at an average speed of 53.09 knots and completed in a record time of 58 hours, 34 minutes and 5 seconds. Although Destriero was ultimately denied the Blue Riband’s Hales Trophy on the basis that the award can only be given to passenger vessels and not private yachts, she did receive the Virgin Atlantic Challenge Trophy awarded by former record-holder Richard Branson for the fastest crossing by any vessel. She also won the Columbus Atlantic Trophy sponsored by the Costa Smeralda and New York Yacht Clubs for the fastest trans-Atlantic round-trip.

  • Builder: Fincantieri
  • Country of build: Italy
  • Delivery year: 1991
  • Length Overall: 68.18 m
  • Beam: 12.91 m
  • Gross Tonnage 1376 t

Galeocerdo | 65 Knots

The sleek lines and futuristic design of Rodriquez Yachts’ Galeocerdo is the result of exhaustive research and design development programme by Wally founder Luca Bassani. Created with the aim of maintaining high speeds in rough seas, the 36-metre Wally Power 118 superyacht was launched in 2003 following tank testing at the SSPA facility in Goteborg, Sweden, and wind tunnel testing at the Ferrari facility in Maranello, Italy. Lazzarini Pickering Architetti and Intermarine also collobroated on the design of Galeocredo.

Galeocerdo is driven to a top speed of 65 knots by three Vericor TF50 gas turbines, each driving a Rolls-Royce Kamewa water jet. The titanium exhaust system is lightweight while extremely resistant to the high temperatures generated by the gas turbines, and can muster up to 16,800hp. At a cruising speed of 45 knots, she can cover a range of 1,500 nautical miles. Her interiors offer room for six guests and six crew on board.

  • Builder: Rodriquez Yachts
  • Delivery year: 2003
  • Length Overall: 36 m

Gentry Eagle | 63.5 knots

Gentry Eagle was built by Vosper Thornycroft and launched in 1988 for the late Tom Gentry, who set nearly every powerboat speed record in existence during his lifetime. His passion to win powerboating's most coveted honour, the Blue Riband for the fastest passage across the Atlantic, drove him to commission the 34.1 metre Gentry Eagle , capable of 63.5 knots. She was designed by Peter Birkett and Grant Robinson , and her interiors by Robin Rose can host six guests and four members of crew.

In 1989, he finally won the Blue Riband on board Gentry Eagle . His record time of 62 hours and seven minutes beat Richard Branson's previous record by an astonishing 23 per cent. Gentry Eagle was relaunched as a private superyacht in 1992.

  • Builder: Vosper Thornycroft
  • Country of build: United Kingdom
  • Delivery year: 1988
  • Length Overall: 35.66 m
  • Beam: 7.32 m
  • Gross Tonnage 166 t

Kereon | 62.3 Knots

Launched in 2004 by Italian yard AB Yachts, Kereon can blast through waves at a top speed of 62.3 knots. This punchy performance is made possible by a triple 6,300hp CRM diesel engine set-up fitted to a fast planing hull designed by naval architect Angelo Arnaboldi . Inside Kereon can accommodate up to six guests in three cabins, while her 12,000 litre fuel tank means a maximum range of 900 nautical miles is possible at her fast cruising speed of 50 knots. The 35.66 metre superyacht features sharp exterior lines and a distinctive metallic silver superstructure that contribute to her sporty allure.

  • Builder: AB Yachts - Next Yacht Group
  • Length Overall: 27 m
  • Beam: 6.4 m

Oci Ciornie | 60 Knots

Prolific naval architect Don Shead teamed up with American yard Palmer Johnson and Dutch shipbuilders Vripack in 1998 to create Oci Ciornie . This aluminium-hulled speed machine was fitted with twin 1,800hp MTU 16V 2000 M90 engines, a 4,600hp AVCO Lycoming gas turbine and Arneson surface drives for a staggering top speed of 60 knots.

Her interiors can accommodate up to eight guests in three cabins consisting of a master suite, double cabin and twin room with a pair of pullman berths. The deck saloon and forward outside spaces are all located on one level for a streamlined look, and the interior of the main saloon takes design cues from vintage aircraft design. The 25 metre superyacht can also accommodate two crew on board.

  • Builder: Palmer Johnson
  • Country of build: United States of America
  • Delivery year: 1998
  • Length Overall: 25 m
  • Beam: 6.22 m

Jet Ruban Bleu | 60 knots

In 10th place, but still neck-and-neck with Brave Challenger , Azimut Atlantic Challenger and OCI Ciorinie is the 25 metre Jet Ruban Bleu . Delivered in 1990 by Multiplast , and designed by Gilles Ollier together with Coste Design & Partners , she is powered by a single MTU 3,500hp engine and can reach a top speed of 60 knots. At a speed of 50 knots she has a cruising range of 3,000 nautical miles. She features a planing GRP hull and superstructure, with her decks also constructed from GRP.

  • Builder: Multiplast
  • Country of build: France
  • Delivery year: 1990
  • Beam: 4.39 m

Azimut Atlantic Challenger | 60 knots

Designed purely for the purposes of collecting the Blue Riband award, the Azimut Atlantic Challenger was launched by Benetti in 1988 with exterior details by Pininfarina . The 26.82 metre aluminium monohull can reach a top speed of 60 knots under the power of four CRM diesel engines offering 7,400hp. At a cruising speed of 40 knots, she has a range of 3,000 nautical miles. Unfortunately, her attempt to procure the Blue Riband shortly after her launch in 1988 but was ultimately fruitless.

  • Builder: Benetti
  • Length Overall: 26.82 m
  • Beam: 7.5 m

Brave Challenger | 60 Knots

Powered by three Rolls-Royce Proteus gas turbines totalling 13,500hp, the 31 metre Brave Challenger has proven top speeds of over 60 knots and can achieve higher speeds using its alternative Vosper-developed high-speed propellers.

Built by Vosper Ltd in Portsmouth in 1961, Brave Challenger is the only surviving example of the Brave Class fast-patrol design that was designed and built for the Royal Navy. Built alongside the Royal Navy’s HMS Brave Borderer and HMS Brave Swordsman , Brave Challenger was completed with a special consent of the Admiralty and Royal Navy to be equipped for private use.

First acquired by owner W.G. Haydon-Baillie in 1979, Brave Challenger was rebuilt to flagship standard at a purpose-built facility as part of the Haydon-Baillie Aircraft and Naval Collection in Southampton over a period of 10 years and 2.2 million man hours from 1979 – 1989. From 2017 – 2021, Brave Challenger has been undergoing a full restoration by the Haydon-Baillie Maritime Heritage Team at the superyacht refit yard Trafalgar Shipyard in Portsmouth. Its dedicated support base now includes 54 spare Rolls-Royce Proteus gas turbine engines, extensive spares, 10 spare V-Drive gearboxes and 12 spare propellers.

"Brave Challenger ’s speed of 60 knots+ was officially recorded under Lloyds Supervision over the Measured Mile off Portsmouth, UK, - and is fully repeatable at all times as part of its design and everyday operating potential," according to owner W.G Haydon-Baillie. "It is often considered that only the fastest yacht speeds that are officially recorded and are not one-off events - and are fully repeatable as part of the yacht's design and everyday operating potential are relevant to include in the top ten fastest claims."

  • Builder: Vosper
  • Delivery year: 1960
  • Length Overall: 31.39 m
  • Gross Tonnage 209 t

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The 13 Fastest Superyachts in the World

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13 Fastest superyachts

When American businessman John Staluppi embarked on his yachting journey, it was to break records. He wanted his first yacht to be the first boat over 100 feet to exceed 30 knots, or 34.5 mph. He achieved it with the 118-foot For Your Eyes Only, delivered in 1985. It was also the first motoryacht in the US to have a combination of MTU diesel engines with water-jet propulsion.

His second yacht would smash all previous records. Delivered by Heesen in 1988, Octopussy fulfilled the Bond enthusiast’s aim to break the then 50-knot barrier with a top end of 53.17 knots (61 mph)—a speed that every other shipyard at the time said couldn’t be done. Octopussy  immediately entered the record books as the world’s fastest yacht.

“That record was important to me because when you pull into any place there’s always a bigger boat or a prettier boat, but there aren’t many people who can say, ‘Hey, this is the fastest yacht in the world,’” Staluppi told Robb Report .

Heesen’s latest delivery, the 197-foot Ultra G , is one of the Dutch yard’s fastest projects these days, with a propulsion package totaling 22,000 horsepower, including four water jets that deliver a top speed of 37 knots (42.57 mph).

Of course, 43 mph is a paltry number compared to many of the yachts on this list, including the new Bolide 80. That Italian stallion, which will make its debut at the Monaco Yacht Show, runs at a blistering 84 mph. It shows that speed, even in the large motoryacht category, is very much alive.

Here are 13 of the fastest motoryachts, past and present, that have ever been on the water.

1. Bolide 80 | 84 mph

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Victory Marine calls the Bolide 80 its first “Hyper Muscle Yacht,” which will be part of a limited-edition series from 60 to 170 feet. Designer Brunello Acampora and his tema of engineers pulled out all the stops on this 80, creating a full-carbon-fiber boat with more than 6,000 horsepower. The multi-stepped hull helps propel the Bolide to its top speed of 70 knots (84 mph), while accomplishing the seemingly impossible task of burning about half the fuel of a much smaller flybridge motoryacht at lower cruising speeds. The designer took care to give the Bolide a streamlined profile, with aerodynamic shapes to reduce resistance. The interior includes the captain’s cabin, a full-sized galley, open salon, and a forward owner’s area with a bedroom, en suite and wardrobe area. It will make its global debut at the Monaco Yacht Show.

2. ‘Foners’ | 80.56 mph

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Clocking a thrilling 70.10 knots (80.56 mph), the 136-foot Foners has maintained pole position as the world’s fastest superyacht for over 20 years. Powered by two 1,280hp MAN engines coupled to three Rolls-Royce 6,700 hp gas turbines driving three KaMeWa water jets, the all-aluminum boat is less about piercing waves and more about parting the seas. Delivered in 2000 by Spanish shipyard Izar as the King of Spain’s royal yacht, no expense was spared, including a superstructure lined with Aramid fiber for the express purpose of bulletproofing the interior.

3. ‘World Is Not Enough’ | 77.1 mph

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You need to only look at the 007-inspired name to know that World Is Not Enough is another rapid racer commissioned by John Staluppi, this time with an opulent interior designed by his wife Jeanette in partnership with Evan K Marshall. Delivered in 2004 by Millennium Super Yachts, the 139-footer is powered by two Paxman diesel engines and two Lycoming gas turbines to produce a staggering 20,600hp and a breathtaking 67 knots (77.1 mph). When not leaving other boats behind, World Is Not Enough has a cruising range of 3800 nautical miles at a comfortable speed of 10 knots.

4. ‘Galeocerdo’ | 74.8 mph

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Wally founder Luca Bassani designed the 118-foot Galeocerdo to maintain speed in rough seas. Launched in 2003 by Rodriquez Yachts, the boat racks up an eye-watering 65 knots (74.8 mph), thanks to its three Vericor TF50 gas turbines, each driving a Rolls-Royce KaMeWa water jet. Another performance-enhancing feature is the lightweight titanium exhaust system designed to resist the extreme temperatures generated by the gas turbines. Wind tunnel tested at the Ferrari facility in Maranello, Italy, the boat generates 16,800hp and a 45-knot (51.8-mph) cruising speed that’s faster than most motoryachts running flat out. It also enjoys a highly futuristic exterior design.

5. Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 | 72.5 mph

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When Italian supercar brand Lamborghini teamed up with yachting stalwart The Italian Sea Group, the end result had to be style and performance. The Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 is all about the power of ‘63’. Designed and built to celebrate the year 1963 when Ferruccio Lamborghini founded his car company, the 63-footer delivers a whiplashing top speed of 63 knots (72.5 mph). And naturally, it’s one of just 63 in the series that will ever be made. Built out of carbon fiber, it’s fitted with two MAN V12-2000HP engines. MMA fighter Conor McGregor took delivery of hull number one in 2020, which reportedly cost $4 million.

6. ‘Chato’ | 71.9 mph

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Back in the mid-1980s, passionate Baglietto customer and leading US Porsche and VW dealer Baron John von Neumann, commissioned a new 85-ft. speed demon from the Italian builder. The entrepreneur was tired of his 34-knot (39-mph) Baglietto getting creamed from Monaco to St. Tropez by faster cruisers. With a hull design by the legendary Alcide Sculati, the all-aluminum Chato came with MTU’s latest 3,480hp V16s coupled to KaMeWa waterjets. Weighing 60 tons, and packing almost 7,000 hp, the military-looking superyacht with its battleship-gray paint and bright-red diagonal hull stripes, hit an astonishing top speed of 62.5 knots (71.9 mph) during sea trials. Chato is currently for sale in the South of France for $715,000.

7. ‘Oci Ciornie’ | 69.04 mph

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Oci Ciornie’s Vripack-designed interior may take inspiration from aircraft designs, but it’s the boat’s naval architecture by Don Shead and the combination of two 1,800hp MTU 16V 2000 M90 engines, a 4,600 hp AVCO Lycoming gas turbine and Arneson surface drives that put it on this list. Delivered in 1998 by Palmer Johnson with an aluminum hull, the 82-foot boat thrusts through water at 60 knots (69.04 mph), giving all eight guests the waterborne ride of their lives.

8. ‘Destriero’ | 68 mph

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The numbers almost defy logic. With a length of 224 feet, the all-aluminum superyacht Destriero is massive. Now add a trio of GE Aviation LM1600 gas turbines totaling an insane 60,000 hp and the incredulity only increases. Flat out, Destriero could scythe through waves at a staggering 59 knots, or 68 mph. Back in 1992, just one year after its launch, the Fincantieri-built rocketship showed its chops by challenging the famous Blue Riband trans-Atlantic speed record. Averaging 53.09 knots for the 3,106 nautical-mile run, Destriero shattered the record, only to be denied the trophy for being classed as a private yacht and not a commercial passenger vessel. Sadly, today the iconic yacht lies largely abandoned at one of Lurssen’s yards in Germany, awaiting rescue.

9. ‘Ermis²’ | 65.59 mph

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Some yachts feature slippery hull designs, others are propelled by rockets, but the McMullen & Wing-built Ermis² is one of the fastest yachts on the superyacht circuit thanks to its lightweight materials. Built from a combination of carbon/epoxy, aerospace grade carbon fiber and titanium, the 123-foot boat taps out at 57 knots (65.59 mph.) Delivered in 2007, its 10,944 horsepower comes from three MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines. Designed inside and out by Rob Humphreys, its classic looks disguise the speed demon within.

10. ‘Why Not U’ | 63.3 mph

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Why Not U is a yacht that comfortably cruises at 47 knots (54.1 mph)—a speed most owners only dream of reaching. When time is of the essence, the boat cranks up its Vericor TF40 gas turbine engines to max out at 55 knots (63.3 mph). Delivered by Overmarine in 2001, Why Not U ’s 4.3-foot draft makes it well suited for cruising shallow waters, while its sunbathing areas allow guests to catch some rays traveling at the speed of light.

11. ‘Alamshar’ | 52 mph

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Alamshar is another custom collaboration between Donald Blount and Pininfarina commissioned by Aga Khan IV, this time with interiors by Redman Whiteley Dixon. It was reportedly built for an estimated $200 million at the Devonport shipyard in Falmouth, United Kingdom, and took 13 years to complete. When it was eventually delivered in 2014, Alamshar’s top speed of 45 knots (51.78 mph), generated by twin Rolls-Royce Marine engines and three waterjets, seemed worth the wait.

12. ‘Moon Goddess’ | 51.78 mph

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Exterior designed by Espen Øino with an interior by Franco Zuretti, the all-aluminum Moon Goddess is a 115-foot yacht with a turquoise hull that matches the color of its oversized leather sunpads. When cruising at 30 knots (34.52 mph) or tearing up the oceans at 45 knots (51.78 mph), most other boats just catch a glimpse of sea spray that the planing yacht leaves in its wake. It’s powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines with twin water jets, which generate a combined 7,498 hp.

13. ‘Azzam’ | 35.7 mph

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At a staggering 590 feet bow-to-stern, the Lurssen-built Azzam earns the title of world’s longest privately owned gigayacht. But with its remarkable-for-the-size top speed of 31 knots (35.7 mph), it’s also the fastest. Twin 12,000hp MTU V20 turbo-diesels do the day-to-day powering at up to 18 knots (20.7 mph). But crank up the twin GE LM2500 gas turbines, coupled to four Wartsila waterjets, and there’s a staggering 94,000hp on tap. Of course, like Azzam ‘s original owner, it helps if you own a few oil wells: At max speed, the yacht reportedly burns 13 tons of fuel an hour. Launched in 2013 at a reported cost of some $600 million, Azzam accommodates 30 guests pampered by up to 80 crew.

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The Need for Speed: Exploring the World’s Fastest Superyachts

In the realm of luxury yachts, where luxury knows no bounds, there exists a class of vessels that stands apart – vessels that blend luxurious living with exhilarating speed. Welcome to our exploration of “The Need for Speed: Exploring the World’s Fastest Superyachts.” In this exhilarating journey across the high seas, we unveil the marvels of modern engineering and design, showcasing a selected group of superyachts that defy convention with their remarkable velocity. From cutting-edge propulsion systems to breathtaking top speeds, join us as we delve into the world of high-performance yachting, where luxury knows how to pick up the pace.

Cutting-Edge Propulsion Technologies in World’s Fastest Superyachts

Conventional diesel engines.

Many superyachts, even the fastest ones, are powered by conventional diesel engines. These engines typically run on marine-grade diesel fuel.They use a system of pistons and crankshafts to convert the energy from diesel combustion into mechanical power, which turns the yacht’s propellers. These engines are reliable and fuel-efficient, providing the necessary power for cruising.

Gas Turbine Engines

Some high-performance yachts, especially military and custom-built vessels, use gas turbine engines. These engines are known for their exceptional power-to-weight ratio. They have the ability to provide a high amount of thrust, which results in impressive speeds. Gas turbine engines are often used in combination with other propulsion systems or in hybrid setups for improved efficiency.

Hybrid Propulsion Systems in Fastest Superyachts

In recent years, there has been a trend towards hybrid propulsion systems. They combine traditional diesel engines with electric motors and batteries. These systems offer greater flexibility, allowing yachts to operate in all-electric mode for silent and emission-free cruising at lower speeds, and then switch to diesel power for high-speed operation. Hybrid systems are more environmentally friendly and can improve fuel efficiency.

Waterjet propulsion is a technology commonly used in high-speed yachts. Waterjets draw water into the yacht and expel it at high velocity through a nozzle at the stern. This system provides excellent maneuverability, shallow draft capabilities, and reduced vibration, making it suitable for fast and agile yachts.

Pod propulsion systems, such as those manufactured by companies like Volvo Penta and Caterpillar, involve the use of pods (outdrive units) that are mounted below the yacht’s hull. These pods can rotate, providing thrust in various directions, resulting in increased maneuverability and efficiency. They are often used in combination with diesel engines for both power and control.

Advanced Hull Designs

Beyond propulsion systems, the hull design of a yacht plays a crucial role in achieving high speeds. Yachts with planing hulls are designed to lift out of the water at higher speeds, reducing hydrodynamic drag and allowing for increased velocity.

Crafting the Perfect Propulsion Strategy for Fastest Superyachts

The selection of a propulsion system for a superyacht is a multifaceted decision that hinges on several critical factors, including the vessel’s size, intended purpose, and the preferences of its owner. Each propulsion method comes with its unique set of advantages and trade-offs, making it crucial to tailor the choice to suit the yacht’s specific requirements. Moreover, it’s not uncommon to witness a synergy of multiple propulsion systems within a single yacht, a testament to the industry’s dedication to optimizing both performance and efficiency. The pursuit of the perfect balance between speed, range, maneuverability, and environmental impact underscores the meticulous craftsmanship and innovation inherent in the design and engineering of these high-speed marvels.

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How Fast Is A Yacht? 3 Types Checked (With 9 Examples)

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Different types of boats require various speeds for maneuvering in various water types and for doing diverse activities.

Depending on what you want to do with your vessel, you might need it to travel at a certain speed.

How Fast Are Yachts?

Yachts differ in speeds depending on the type of boat, with mega-yachts and ocean sport boats being the fastest (at over 30 MPH), cruisers, and deck boats falling second (at an average speed of 23 MPH), then pontoons, and sailboats averaging 10 MPH.

Here’s everything you should know about how fast yachts can go:

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First, How do we Define a “Yacht”?

First, let’s make sure we are talking about the same thing. After all, different types of boats sail at different speeds.

Yachts are boats (sail or power) used for racing, cruising, or just for pleasure.

It is a general term, which makes the question, “What is the average speed of a yacht?” a complicated one to answer.

Yachts can range in length between mini yachts, measured at 23 feet (seven meters), to superyachts, which are at least 78 feet long.

Before covering how fast each type of yacht can travel, here is a quick and dirty list of yachts that this article will cover:

  • Has a single deck above the hull with below-deck living quarters. They are normally sleek and sporty.
  • Control station, seating, and lounge space.
  • It is a large, recreational, and motor-powered boat with multiple decks and a larger interior main deck than a flybridge.
  • A yacht that has an enclosed living space and that is longer than 80 feet.
  • A yacht that is built and used for fishing. Normally has a large cockpit to store fishing essentials. It is often faster than regular motor-yachts to get to the fishing grounds and back quickly.
  • Pontoon boats lie flat on the water, balancing on two (or three) aluminum tubes, instead of having a V-shaped hull like deck boats. This makes them more stable for entertaining large groups of people.
  • Primarily uses sails for propulsion instead of a motor (though most have a motor for back-up or to assist with the sails). Most are used for sport, but there are quite a few leisure sailing boat clubs and organizations these days.

The yachts that fall into categories 1 – 6 are motorized but are all smaller than superyachts.

For the rest of the article, the term “motorized yachts” or “powerboats” will refer to one of these.

How Fast Does my Yacht Need to be?

The answer to this question depends on what you want to do with your yacht.

If you’re a fisherman that needs to only troll through calm waters, it might be best if your boat travels with a top speed of around 15 MPH.

But if you’re looking to hit the open waters and speed around with the wind in your hair, you might want something a bit faster than that.

While you’re shopping for boats, and considering the top speeds for each type, ask yourself:

  • What activities will you be doing on your boat?
  • What sort of waters will I be traveling on?
  • What activities will I be doing, which will utilize its top speed?

How Does the Speed of a Boat Affect its Fuel Consumption?

This depends on the type of boat you use. For ease of reference, the Formula 240 Bowrider speedboat (a 24-foot motorboat) is a good example of an average boat.

When cruising at 7 MPH, it consumes approximately three gallons an hour. When you double the speed, it consumes double the fuel (seven gallons an hour at 15 MPH). At 30 MPH, it will use about 11 gallons.

A general rule of thumb is that mid-range speed will offer the best fuel efficiency.

There is no need to merely putter around the water to save money.

How Fast Should I Go on a Yacht?

Unfortunately, there aren’t any speed limit signs out in the open water. Because of that, sailors and boaters have to calculate the speed limit depending on at least three different factors: the time of day, the type of boat, and the type of waterway.

The speed limit for boats is rarely a specific numerical figure. Instead, look for safety concerns, warning signs (like “No Wake Zones”), and rules often posted on the docks.

Watch out for “No Wake Zones,” which can cost a hefty fine if you are caught in violation and can be dangerous to people, animals, and property in the area. Most speedboats and other motorboats can cause a wake in as little as 5 MPH.

If you are close to a river, shore, or populated areas, you have to tread on the side of caution. However, once you are out in open water (like the ocean or a large lake with no one around), you can test out your boat’s top speed.

Make certain that you can:

  • See an open pathway of water.
  • See no obstacles (people, vehicles, animals, jetsam, or debris)
  • Have observed the rules posted at the dock or pier

What are the Top 10 Fastest Yachts on the Market Today?

This list will consist of a variety of motorized yachts, powerboats, and superyachts.

Superyachts are so big; they need a more powerful engine.

For example, the Astro by Baia Yachts uses triple 2,430hp MTU engines and can put out 7 290 hp at its max.

It can go about 57 MPH or 50 knots! And that’s not even fast enough for our top ten list!

10) “The Chato” (built by Baglietto)

The Chato is an 84.61-foot yacht with accommodations for up to six people.

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It is an all-aluminum speed demon with two MTU diesel engines, which propel it forward at a whopping 65.59 mph.

9) “Ermis 2 ” (by McMullen & Wing)

The Ermis is a 123.23-foot yacht made of carbon-fiber to make it both light and sleek.

The triple waterjets (MTU 16V 4000 M90 series) push it forward with 11,000 hp, making it fly across the water at a top speed of 63.29 mph.

8) “Black Bullet” (by Otam)

The Black Bullet is an 83.7-foot yacht, is the fastest yacht in the Otam 80 series.

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It can accommodate two crew and six guests and moves quickly with four diesel engines.

How quick? 66.7 mph quick.

7) “Oci Ciornie” (by Palmer Johnson)

The Oci Ciornie is an 82-foot yacht that uses a 4,600 horsepower AVCO Lycoming gas turbines, an Arneson surface drives, and twin 1,800 horsepower MTU 16V 2000 M90 engines to propel it forward to 69 mph.

Vroom, vroom.

6) “The Brave Challenger” (by Vosper)

This yacht tops out at 69 mph because of her three gas turbine engines. Together, they generate about 13,620 horsepower. In addition to that, she also has two conventional engines to help her move around the water a little easier when she needs to cruise at a slower speed.

Originally named Mercury, she was built for Stavros Niarchos, a Greek shipping tycoon.

5) “Kereon” (the second boat on our list by AB Yachts)

The Kereon is an 88.6-foot yacht that can top out at 71 mph because of its three diesel engines. She has three 2,250 horsepower CRM diesel engines that were designed by Angelo Arnaboldi, a naval architect.

The Kereon can accommodate six guests in three cabins. She also has a massive fuel tank, which can hold 3170 gallons of fuel. That means she can go approximately 900 nautical miles on one tank of fuel.

4) “Gentry Eagle” (by Vosper Thornycroft)

The Gentry Eagle is a 111.88-foot yacht built for and by Tom Gentry (who worked with Vosper Thornycroft). If his name sounds familiar to you, it’s probably because he set almost every powerboat speed record today. He won the Blue Riband (the award for the fastest passage across the Atlantic) with a record time of 62 hours and seven minutes. The Gentry Eagle beat Richard Branson’s record by 23%.

Talk about fast.

It tops out at 73.64 mph.

3) “Galeocerdo” (by Rodriquez)

The Galeocerdo is a 118.1-foot yacht powered by three Vericor TF50 gas turbines (which drive three Rolls-Royce Kamewa water jets).

The Galeocerdo tops out at 74 mph.

2) “The World Is Not Enough” (by Millenium Super Yachts)

This yacht is a 138.45-foot yacht that can accommodate 10 guests and can go 77.1 mph.

It is propelled by two Lycoming gas turbines and two Paxman diesel engines.

1) “Foners” (by Izar)

The Foners is a 136.15-foot yacht made specifically for King Juan Carlos of Spain’s royal yacht. It was also built for speed with two 1,280 horsepower MAN engines.

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But that’s not all, and it also has three Rolls Royce 6,700 horsepower gas turbines that drive three Kamewa water jets.

How fast does it go? It tops out at 80.5 mph!

What’s the Fastest Motorized Yacht in the World?

The record for the fastest boat was set at 317.6 MPH .

Ken Warby was using a speedboat (powered by a jet engine instead of a regular boat motor) called the “Spirit of Australia.”

This was not included on the fastest yacht list because of its unique circumstances.

Final Thoughts:

Choosing the right yacht for you and your needs is a big decision. Make sure you know what you will do with your boat before you buy a boat strictly built for speed.

The bragging rights in owning a boat that can go 80 mph on the water is great.

But if you are only going to use it for trolling or fishing, it would be a waste on your pocketbook and for the boat.

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When American businessman John Staluppi embarked on his yachting journey, it was to break records. He wanted his first yacht to be the first boat over 100 feet to exceed 30 knots, or 34.5 mph. He achieved it with the 118-foot  For Your Eyes   Only,  delivered in 1985. It was also the first motoryacht in the US to have a combination of MTU diesel engines with water-jet propulsion.

His second yacht would smash all previous records. Delivered by Heesen in 1988,  Octopussy  fulfilled the Bond enthusiast’s aim to break the then 50-knot barrier with a top end of 53.17 knots (61 mph)—a speed that every other shipyard at the time said couldn’t be done.  Octopussy  immediately entered the record books as the world’s fastest yacht.

“That record was important to me because when you pull into any place there’s always a bigger boat or a prettier boat, but there aren’t many people who can say, ‘Hey, this is the fastest yacht in the world,’” Staluppi told  us .

Heesen’s latest delivery, the 197-foot Ultra G, is one of the Dutch yard’s fastest projects these days, with a propulsion package totaling 22,000 horsepower, including four water jets that deliver a top speed of 37 knots (42.57 mph).

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Photo : Victory Design

Victory Marine calls the Bolide 80 its first “Hyper Muscle Yacht,” which will be part of a limited-edition series from 60 to 170 feet. Designer Brunello Acampora and his tema of engineers pulled out all the stops on this 80, creating a full-carbon-fiber boat with more than 6,000 horsepower. The multi-stepped hull helps propel the Bolide to its top speed of 70 knots (84 mph), while accomplishing the seemingly impossible task of burning about half the fuel of a much smaller flybridge motoryacht at lower cruising speeds. The designer took care to give the Bolide a streamlined profile, with aerodynamic shapes to reduce resistance. The interior includes the captain’s cabin, a full-sized galley, open salon, and a forward owner’s area with a bedroom, en suite and wardrobe area. It will make its global debut at the Monaco Yacht Show.

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2. ‘Foners’ | 80.56 mph

Clocking a thrilling 70.10 knots (80.56 mph), the 136-foot  Foners  has maintained pole position as the world’s fastest superyacht for over 20 years. Powered by two 1,280hp MAN engines coupled to three Rolls-Royce 6,700 hp gas turbines driving three KaMeWa water jets, the all-aluminum boat is less about piercing waves and more about parting the seas. Delivered in 2000 by Spanish shipyard Izar as the King of Spain’s royal yacht, no expense was spared, including a superstructure lined with Aramid fiber for the express purpose of bulletproofing the interior.

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Photo : File photo

3. ‘World Is Not Enough’ | 77.1 mph

You need to only look at the 007-inspired name to know that  World Is Not Enough  is another rapid racer commissioned by John Staluppi, this time with an opulent interior designed by his wife Jeanette in partnership with Evan K Marshall. Delivered in 2004 by Millennium Super Yachts, the 139-footer is powered by two Paxman diesel engines and two Lycoming gas turbines to produce a staggering 20,600hp and a breathtaking 67 knots (77.1 mph). When not leaving other boats behind,  World Is Not Enough  has a cruising range of 3800 nautical miles at a comfortable speed of 10 knots.

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Photo : File/Rodriguez Yachts

4. ‘Galeocerdo’ | 74.8 mph

Wally founder Luca Bassani designed the 118-foot  Galeocerdo  to maintain speed in rough seas. Launched in 2003 by Rodriquez Yachts, the boat racks up an eye-watering 65 knots (74.8 mph), thanks to its three Vericor TF50 gas turbines, each driving a Rolls-Royce KaMeWa water jet. Another performance-enhancing feature is the lightweight titanium exhaust system designed to resist the extreme temperatures generated by the gas turbines. Wind tunnel tested at the Ferrari facility in Maranello, Italy, the boat generates 16,800hp and a 45-knot (51.8-mph) cruising speed that’s faster than most motoryachts running flat out. It also enjoys a highly futuristic exterior design.

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Photo : Italian Sea Group

When Italian supercar brand Lamborghini teamed up with yachting stalwart The Italian Sea Group, the end result had to be style and performance. The Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 is all about the power of ‘63’. Designed and built to celebrate the year 1963 when Ferruccio Lamborghini founded his car company, the 63-footer delivers a whiplashing top speed of 63 knots (72.5 mph). And naturally, it’s one of just 63 in the series that will ever be made. Built out of carbon fiber, it’s fitted with two MAN V12-2000HP engines. MMA fighter Conor McGregor took delivery of hull number one in 2020, which reportedly cost $4 million.

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Photo : Courtesy Baglietto

6. ‘Chato’ | 71.9 mph

Back in the mid-1980s, passionate Baglietto customer and leading US Porsche and VW dealer Baron John von Neumann, commissioned a new 85-ft. speed demon from the Italian builder. The entrepreneur was tired of his 34-knot (39-mph) Baglietto getting creamed from Monaco to St. Tropez by faster cruisers. With a hull design by the legendary Alcide Sculati, the all-aluminum  Chato  came with MTU’s latest 3,480hp V16s coupled to KaMeWa waterjets. Weighing 60 tons, and packing almost 7,000 hp, the military-looking superyacht with its battleship-gray paint and bright-red diagonal hull stripes, hit an astonishing top speed of 62.5 knots (71.9 mph) during sea trials.  Chato  is currently for sale in the South of France for $715,000.

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Photo : Palmer Johnson

7. ‘Oci Ciornie’ | 69.04 mph

Oci Ciornie’s Vripack-designed interior may take inspiration from aircraft designs, but it’s the boat’s naval architecture by Don Shead and the combination of two 1,800hp MTU 16V 2000 M90 engines, a 4,600 hp AVCO Lycoming gas turbine and Arneson surface drives that put it on this list. Delivered in 1998 by Palmer Johnson with an aluminum hull, the 82-foot boat thrusts through water at 60 knots (69.04 mph), giving all eight guests the waterborne ride of their lives.

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Photo : Courtesy Fincantieri

8. ‘Destriero’ | 68 mph

The numbers almost defy logic. With a length of 224 feet, the all-aluminum superyacht  Destriero  is massive. Now add a trio of GE Aviation LM1600 gas turbines totaling an insane 60,000 hp and the incredulity only increases. Flat out,  Destriero  could scythe through waves at a staggering 59 knots, or 68 mph. Back in 1992, just one year after its launch, the Fincantieri-built rocketship showed its chops by challenging the famous Blue Riband trans-Atlantic speed record. Averaging 53.09 knots for the 3,106 nautical-mile run,  Destriero  shattered the record, only to be denied the trophy for being classed as a private yacht and not a commercial passenger vessel. Sadly, today the iconic yacht lies largely abandoned at one of Lurssen’s yards in Germany, awaiting rescue.

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Photo : McMullen & Wing

9. ‘Ermis²’ | 65.59 mph

Some yachts feature slippery hull designs, others are propelled by rockets, but the McMullen & Wing-built  Ermis²  is one of the fastest yachts on the superyacht circuit thanks to its lightweight materials. Built from a combination of carbon/epoxy, aerospace grade carbon fiber and titanium, the 123-foot boat taps out at 57 knots (65.59 mph.) Delivered in 2007, its 10,944 horsepower comes from three MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines. Designed inside and out by Rob Humphreys, its classic looks disguise the speed demon within.

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Photo : Overmarine

10. ‘Why Not U’ | 63.3 mph

Why Not U  is a yacht that comfortably cruises at 47 knots (54.1 mph)—a speed most owners only dream of reaching. When time is of the essence, the boat cranks up its Vericor TF40 gas turbine engines to max out at 55 knots (63.3 mph). Delivered by Overmarine in 2001,  Why Not U ’s 4.3-foot draft makes it well suited for cruising shallow waters, while its sunbathing areas allow guests to catch some rays traveling at the speed of light.

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Photo : File Photo

11. ‘Alamshar’ | 52 mph

Alamshar  is another custom collaboration between Donald Blount and Pininfarina commissioned by Aga Khan IV, this time with interiors by Redman Whiteley Dixon. It was reportedly built for an estimated $200 million at the Devonport shipyard in Falmouth, United Kingdom, and took 13 years to complete. When it was eventually delivered in 2014, Alamshar’s top speed of 45 knots (51.78 mph), generated by twin Rolls-Royce Marine engines and three waterjets, seemed worth the wait.

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Photo : Camper & NIcholsons

12. ‘Moon Goddess’ | 51.78 mph

Exterior designed by Espen Øino with an interior by Franco Zuretti, the all-aluminum Moon Goddess is a 115-foot yacht with a turquoise hull that matches the color of its oversized leather sunpads. When cruising at 30 knots (34.52 mph) or tearing up the oceans at 45 knots (51.78 mph), most other boats just catch a glimpse of sea spray that the planing yacht leaves in its wake. It’s powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines with twin water jets, which generate a combined 7,498 hp.

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Photo : Courtesy Lurssen

13. ‘Azzam’ | 35.7 mph

At a staggering 590 feet bow-to-stern, the Lurssen-built  Azzam  earns the title of world’s longest privately owned gigayacht. But with its remarkable-for-the-size top speed of 31 knots (35.7 mph), it’s also the fastest. Twin 12,000hp MTU V20 turbo-diesels do the day-to-day powering at up to 18 knots (20.7 mph). But crank up the twin GE LM2500 gas turbines, coupled to four Wartsila waterjets, and there’s a staggering 94,000hp on tap. Of course, like  Azzam ‘s original owner, it helps if you own a few oil wells: At max speed, the yacht reportedly burns 13 tons of fuel an hour. Launched in 2013 at a reported cost of some $600 million,  Azzam  accommodates 30 guests pampered by up to 80 crew.

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Skorpios is the latest in a long list of giant monohulls designed with a view to becoming the fastest yacht on the planet. We take a look at some of her predecessors

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Every so often the yacht racing world sees an ambitious owner with pockets deep enough to want to step things up a gear and produce a new record-smashing fastest yacht.

The latest of these to hit the water is the jaw-dropping ClubSwan 125 Skorpios built for its Russian owner, Dmitry Rybolovlev. Almost everything about this new monster yacht is bigger, stronger, faster and higher tech than any boat which came before it.

Pretty much any metric you care to look at on Skorpios is mind-boggling. The five-spreader Southern Spars mast stands at 175 feet tall, and she can carry 11,324 square feet of sail upwind, and 21,108 square feet downwind.

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Enough sail? Skorpios off the Dorset coast. The ClubSwan 125 is named after owner Rybolovlev’s famous Greek island, where Jackie Kennedy married Aristotle Onassis. Photo: Mark Lloyd / Lloyd Images

Skorpios has been built with the express brief to break offshore records as the world’s fastest yacht. Her recent win in the 2021 Fastnet Race – only weeks after hitting the water for the first time – shows she certainly has what it takes to take line honours in big races.

And the numbers Skorpios has shown while racing initially seem to indicate that it is really only a matter of time until she starts claiming some of the biggest records on offer in the sailing world.

But Skorpios is only the latest in a long line of new yachts built with the express purpose of winning line honours and taking records, each bigger, faster and more technologically advanced than that which came before.

The current transatlantic record holder, Comanche , is probably the yacht that most readily springs to mind when we’re looking at the development path for Skorpios .

Before Skorpios , Comanche was the most recent, highly ambitious racing yacht on the planet. She was built with one thing in mind and one thing only, to break ocean records and win line honours in some of the world’s most famous races.

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Comanche showing off her considerable beam. Photo: Carlo Borlenghi

“The design office were told specifically by me that if this boat wasn’t the worst rated boat in history they have failed,” stated the owner Jim Clark on Maxi, Comanche ’s launch, reaffirming the aim of the boat to break records and win line honours without any consideration for handicap wins.

Comanche was something of a revelation when she was first launched. Over the years boats had been carrying more beam (width) towards the transom to create more power – at the expense of outright light weather, upwind and VMG running performance.

Comanche took this line of thought to the extreme with what seemed an impossibly wide stern, which led to the boat being nicknamed the aircraft carrier.

Although Skorpios is technically beamier than Comanche (8.75m vs 7.85m) the ClubSwan’s hull shape has a more modest beam-to-length ratio, and far greater internal volume and higher freeboard, all products of the project starting out with some focus on cruising in addition to outright performance.

But despite a slightly less powerful hull shape compared to Comanche , when you look at the rig, you see that this will likely be overcome by sheer grunt in terms of sail area. Skorpios ’ mainsail alone is 7,093 square feet, compared to Comanche ’s 4,413 square feet.

Comanche was, indeed is, a yacht that pushed technology to the absolute limit and when she was launched her extreme design caused quite a stir.

She is still considered one of the fastest yachts on the face of the earth and, in addition to her transatlantic record, Comanche also holds the monohull 24 hour sailing record at an impressive 618.01nm (averaging 25.75 knots) in a 24 hour period.

These two records will almost certainly be two of the key prize scalps Skorpios will be hoping to take.

Mari Cha IV

Although for many Comanche is the most obvious boat to which Skorpios can be compared, arguably a closer comparison could be that of Mari Cha IV , particularly when you consider length and ambition to break oceanic records.

The 140ft Mari Cha IV was launched in 2003, at this size both Mari Cha IV and (140ft) Skorpios face a similar problem, there are several top races that have an upper LOA limit of 100ft – neither could take part in the Sydney Hobart race for example.

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Mari-Cha IV held the Atlantic record for 12 years. Photo: Thierry Martinez

In 2003, Mari-Cha IV set a new west-east transatlantic record with a total time of 6 days, 17 hours. During the run, she also set a new 24 hour monohull distance record of 525.5 nautical miles . This record stood until Comanche snatched the crown in 2016.

Due to her size and the sail area needed to power the giant, Mari Cha IV was built as a two-masted schooner. This meant that each mast could be smaller – within the bounds of the technology available at the time.

The twin rig on Mari Cha IV also meant each of the sails could be smaller than would be needed on a single masted yacht, reducing loads and enabling the boat to be sailed without resorting to powered winches.

That Skorpios is a single masted 140 footer demonstrates two things. The ClubSwan 125 shows the advances in technology with a single 175ft mast now being much more easily managed and understood – thanks, in no small part to advancements in load sensing technology which have filtered down from the America’s Cup and high tech offshore yachts such as the Ultime trimaran and IMOCA 60 fleets.

However, sail handling for sails of the size needed on Skorpios is still an issue and the ClubSwan 125 still needs powered winches, which will put her out of contention for a number of records that require exclusively human power.

In 2008, Speedboat was launched . The Juan Kouyoumdjian -designed 100ft Maxi was a yacht designed to produce blistering speeds and was built with the express purpose of ocean record breaking.

Speedboat, Newport Bermuda Race 2010

Speedboat , Newport Bermuda Race 2010

The yacht was built by Mick Cookson at Cookson Boats in New Zealand and her radical underwater features, including an incredibly flat run aft were all features that would later be included in the design of Comanche – features that demonstrate a yacht built for record breaking as they offer serious compromises in lighter winds.

In many respects Speedboat was the first to take the wide flat hull concept and transplant it wholesale into a 100ft Maxi.

Speedboat was also the first Maxi to have a deck-stepped rig, which was produced by Southern Spars, and she has plenty of other radical features.

To an extent Speedboat was built as a scaled up version of the Volvo 70 ’s which had been impressing in the Volvo Ocean Race . As such it is hardly a surprise the boat was the product of Kouyoumdjian’s design house, as he had created several of the fastest Volvo 70s then racing.

Unfortunately Speedboat arrived at the very start of the financial crisis and she only sailed in a number of events before she was mothballed and eventually sold.

She went through a couple of incarnations before being purchased by George David and was sailed as Rambler 100 during which time she dramatically lost her keel and capsized while competing in the Fastnet Race .

For his part David would go on to commission Kouyoumdjian to draw Rambler 88 , an impressive bit of kit in its own right and aimed at winning line honours and races outright in an 88ft package.

Wild Oats XI

No list of record breakers and record holders would be complete without a mention of Wild Oats XI , the 100 ft Maxi belonging to the Oatley family, which has won the Sydney Hobart no less than seven times.

Wild Oats XI ( WOXI for short) was actually launched back in 2005 and is a prime example of what can be done to a yacht to keep her on pace with current trends and developments.

In 2009 she was lengthened at bow and stern from 98ft to 100ft. In 2011 her forward balanced spade canard was removed and twin daggerboards were added amidships. In 2012 she received a bow centreboard as well as caudal fin winglets on her torpedo bulb.

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Wild Oats XI . Photo: Kurt Arigo / Rolex

In 2013 she was equipped with a Dynamic Stability System (DSS) foil, which is a retractable horizontal foil deployed on the leeward side of the boat.

In 2015 her stern was shortened by 2m and her 12m forward sections were replaced by a 14m longer, sleeker bow, keeping her midship sections unmodified and in effect moving her entire existing sailplan aft by 2m, a trend which had been seen in many of the newer maxis to be produced since.

The various appendages which have been added and removed over the years have lent the yacht the affectionate nickname the ‘Swiss army knife’.

By today’s standards WOXI remains a very skinny boat in the Maxi world – she and almost-sistership at the time of launch, Alfa Romeo II both had a max beam of a little over 5m.

Wild Oats XI remains a potent race boat and particularly for races like the Sydney Hobart, her relatively narrow beam gives her an edge in light winds, VMG running and beating, all of which mean she is still very hard to beat over a race with mixed conditions – if ultimately working against her should she ever look to set oceanic records.

Leopard 3 ( ICAP Leopard as she was launched) hit the water in 2007 for serial Maxi owner, Mike Slade. The Farr design had a number of unique features at the time of launch, which made her one of the most impressive superyachts on the circuit.

ICAP Round Britain and Ireland Race 2010

ICAP Round Britain and Ireland Race 2010

Leopard ’s mast was a towering 154ft and she could set a total downwind sail area of 17,265 sq ft. At the time this was a vast amount of sail – though Skorpios ’ 21,108 sq ft is something of a stark comparison.

Leopard is capable of speeds of over 35 knots. But her similarities to Skorpios actually centre around the plans the British boat had from the start to enable cruising and racing in a little more comfort.

Leopard featured a luxurious removable interior, which could be removed for racing and refitted for cruising or for charter – for which she had also been specifically designed and built.

Although Skorpios does not go quite as far as a fully removable interior, there is, at least, a nod to comfort in her design when compared to the out and out racer that is Comanche .

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The Top Five Fastest Yachts in the World

By Jenna Mehdi

We took a look at the top five fastest superyachts and luxury yachts on the water today. Ranging from speeds of 62 Knots up to a whopping 70 Knots, these breakneck builds are sure to satisfy the cravings of the most insatiable adrenaline junkies...

1.  World Is Not Enough - Millennium Superyachts - 70 Knots The fastest yacht in the world reaches a record-breaking top speed of around 70 knots. The Milennium 140 World Is Not Enough  has retained the title of the world’s fastest yacht since she was delivered in 2004 to one of the most public superyacht owners in the world, John Staluppi. Incredibly for a superyacht of this size, World Is Not Enough is a fully fledged and outfitted superyacht at 42.4m, complete with advanced audio-visual systems and accommodation for 10 guests in 5 luxurious cabins. 

The superyacht achieves her racing speeds by virtue of an all-aluminium build, V-shaped hull, and two 18VP185 Paxman Diesel engines providing 5300 hp each combined with twin Lycoming TF40 turbine jet engines - able to generate a total power of 20.000 HP. The result is an extremely streamlined, exhilarating and comfortable feel as the yacht cuts through the water, offering minimal noise levels and vibration underway.  

2. Foners - Astilleros Bazan - 70 Knots In joint first place at a similar top speed of roughly 70 knots is the 41.5m Foners (ex Fortuna). Boasting a colourful and intrepid history, Foners was built in 2000 by Spain’s Astilleros Bazan yard for then-Spanish King Juan Carlos I as a gift by businessmen in the Balearic Islands, and has since been renounced by the royal family in a display of austerity. Powered by two 1280 HP MAN engines and three Rolls Royce 6,700 HP gas turbines driving three KaMeWa water jets, Foners was the fastest superyacht in the world upon delivery until World Is Not Enough matched her high-octane abilities in 2004. 

3. Galeocerdo - Wally Yachts - 65 Knots Galeocerdo (118 Wallypower) is the 36m ultra light carbon fiber boat built for Luca Bassani, founder of Italian shipyard Wally Yachts. The fascinating design of the boat, composed of geometric shapes, extensive use of glass, a simple and clean interior layout and sage colours, gives her an impressively futuristic character despite having been delivered in 2002. But this is not the only appeal of the iconic yacht; at top speeds of 65 knots, Galeocerdo can shift from luxury superyacht to speed boat in a matter of moments, with minimal noise or vibrations. Galeocerdo is powered by three DDC TF50 gas Turbines and two Cummins 370 horsepower engines; a combination quite common on smaller warships but not so on super yachts. She can achieve a range of 380 nautical miles while cruising at a speed of 60 knots or 1,500 nautical miles at nine knots.  

4. Gentry Eagle - Vosper Thornycroft - 63 Knots Gentry Eagle was delivered in 1988 by Vosper Thornycroft, built for American racer Tom Gentry in an attempt to break the record for fastest Atlantic crossing (held at the time by Virgin’s Richard Branson). The 35.6m yacht was damaged on the first crossing, and returned a year later to steal Branson’s title, making a journey time of just over 62 hours. Revamped in perfume mogul Thierry Mugler’s Couture Collection a few years ago, Gentry Eagle retains a timeless and iconic appeal for its proud history, iconic design and lightning speeds. The speedy superyacht is powered by two Lycoming TF40 Engines reaching a combined horsepower of almost 24,000. 

5. Kereon - AB Yachts - 62.3 Knots Kereon, the 27m luxury yacht delivered in 2005 by AB Yachts in Italy to industry acclaim. A masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship and performance, Kereon’ s streamlined profile is made up of carbon and kevlar allowing for a lightweight and high-speed structure. Not much is known about Kereon , other than that she is powered by twin 20KW Kohler engines and accommodates for six guests comfortably in three staterooms.   

Superyacht aficionados and lovers of fast yachts in 2020 may notice that the heyday for high speed luxury yacht deliveries seemed to reach its peak in the early to mid noughties. Is fast yacht build a thing of the past? And if not, who will be next to break the long-held record?

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This New Superyacht Will Be One of the World’s Fastest

By Katherine McLaughlin

Rendering of a superyacht sailing along a city coastline

Depending on who you ask, bigger may not always mean better, but in the world of superyacht designs , it does usually mean slower. However, this may soon change with Vanquish’s VQ115 Veloce , which the company has promised will be one of the fastest superyachts in the world more than 30 meters (about 98.5 feet) long.  

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The VQ115 is designed for entertaining. 

Commissioned from the Dutch luxury yacht company by a repeat client, the VQ115 reaches an impressive 51 knots, which is a little under 59 miles per hour, and spans 35 meters or 114.8 feet. The 32-seat, three-deck powerboat is set to be delivered to its owner in North America later this year. 

To power the nearly 100-ton boat, Vanquish plans to install three MTU Rolls-Royce 2600s engines that surface drives will back up. When running on the two engines, the vessel will have upwards of a 500-nautical-mile range in addition to an extra fuel tank, which can be used for cruising at 15 knots. 

Rendering of the interior of a superyacht. White couches with blue accents

The yacht has a spacious saloon that leads to an outdoor deck.

Rendering of a jacuzzi on the deck of superyacht

A jacuzzi makes it easy to enjoy the water without getting into the ocean. 

The Vanquish team tapped the expertise of Studio Delta, a naval architecture firm, to design the yacht’s hull to minimize drag and increase efficiency when pacing at top speeds. The rest of the exterior, designed by Guido de Groot, is similarly sleek and modern and made from aluminum. 

On board, there will be no shortage of entertainment options. Two smaller Vanquish watercrafts, the VQ16 and VQ11, will respectively be housed on a tender bay and second starboard garage. A live bait tank, bar, saltwater jacuzzi, office space, cinema room, and multiple outdoor lounging and dining area are also part of the design. 

Rendering of cabin with a queen bed on a superyacht

Cabin space was less of a priority as the client wanted more room for socialization. 

Despite its monstrous size, the VQ115 notably lacks cabin space—there are only three sleeping rooms. However, this isn’t an oversight, rather the client’s specific desire for a vessel designed for entertaining and interaction. At its size, the superyacht is sure to deliver on that front in a large way. 

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World's largest superyacht is now also the fastest.

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Building the largest superyacht in the world apparently wasn't enough for the owner of Azzam. They also wanted the fastest.

Yachting executives say that Azzam, the largest yacht in the world at 590 feet, recently went through its first set of sea trials in the North Sea. The boat hit a staggering 31.5 knots, or about 37 miles per hour. At that speed it's believed to be the fastest yacht longer than 300 feet.

And that's not even top speed. Engineers say Azzam—with 94,000 horsepower driving giant water jets instead of propellers—can go even faster in deeper water. The 31.5 knot speed was recorded in water only about 60 feet deep.

"It can easily do more than 32 knots in deeper water," said one executive close to the project.

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Azzam was officially launched in April but won't be delivered to its owner until sometime this fall since it still needs to undergo further tests and finish work. The yacht, which cost more than $600 million to build, is believed to be owned by the royal family of the United Arab Emirates.

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Representatives for Lurssen, the company that built Azzam, declined any comment about the boat.

Azzam is nearly 30 percent faster than similarly sized yachts. Eclipse, the second-largest yacht at 536 feet, hits a top speed of about 22 knots. Rising Sun, the 453 foot megayacht built for Larry Ellison and now owned by David Geffen, hits top speeds of about 28 knots.

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There are smaller yachts that are faster, of course. A yacht called The World is Not Enough, a 140-footer built by the serial yacht builder John Staluppi, hit a top speed of 70 knots. But it's one-fourth the size of Azzam.

Fortuna, the yacht built for King Juan Carlos of Spain, hit 68 knots.

No descriptions or images of Azzam's interior are available, though we know it's in the hands of French interior designer Christophe Leoni, who's using a "turn-of-the-century Empire style."

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The 20 Fastest SuperYachts in the World

By Alex Holmes

Updated on August 14, 2023

Fastest Superyachts

Yachts were always associated with leisure, comfort, and luxury, floating gently in a gorgeous location or cruising unhurried to the next, but somewhere along the way, something changed. Yachts started becoming faster and more powerful, and their owners more obsessed with these characteristics than anything else. But that’s the way with every kind of vehicle these days, isn’t it?

Mankind is obsessed with speed. That’s a given. And it applies to everything, including superyachts, which, despite their size, can achieve impressive speeds over water.

Whether that speed is actually needed is debatable, but one can’t ignore that there are quite a few capable yachts out there and that the competition for the fastest superyacht in the world is a fierce one, as in everything that involves the man’s thirst for speed.

The following superyachts manage to blend both the need for speed and the craving for luxury. But these are above everything else, the fastest yachts in the world right now.

Let’s have a look.

  • 20. Cara Montana – 45 knots

Cara Montana Yacht

Cara Montana is a smaller yacht, manufactured in 2019 by a shipyard based in Genoa, called Otam. It’s a gorgeous maritime vehicle which spans only 25.9 meters in length, but is beautiful and powerful enough to impress.

Powered by twin MTU engines, outputting a total of 5,200 hp together, and equipped with twin surface drives, Cara Montana is able to reach a top speed of 45 knots, or just under 52 mph.

  • 19. Alamshar – 45 knots

Alamshar yacht

Completed in 2014 after a waiting time of 13 years spent in the manufacturing process, the Alamshar yacht can reach 45 knots, thanks to its twin Rolls-Royce Marine engines and three waterjets.

The naval architecture of the vessel was made by Donald L. Blount & Associates, the exterior design by Pininfarina, and the interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon. The whole project was put together by the Devonport shipyard in Falmouth, United Kingdom.

The Alamshar is 50 meter long, and costed a jaw dropping $200 million, paid by Aga Khan IV, for whom the custom yacht was made.

  • 18. Moon Goddess – 45 knots

Moon Goddess Yacht

Another lovely vessel from the superyacht world is the Moon Goddess. It’s on the smaller size, being only 35 meter long, but it’s capable of reaching 45 knots. The ship was built by Danish Yachts, with the naval architecture and exterior designs made by Espen Øino, a superyacht design icon.

The Moon Goddess can take up to six guests in three posh cabins, two twins and one for the owner, plus a crew of five. It’s propelled to a cruise speed of 25 knots, or the maximum of 45, by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines which generate a combined 7,498 hp.

  • 17. Shergar – 45 knots

Shergar Yacht

The acclaimed German shipyard Lürssen built Shergar in 1983 to be among the fastest yachts in the world. Decades later, it still holds its own among better and more technological advanced vessels.

Equipped with two MTU 12V 396 TB83 diesel power plants, and two Allison 571-KF gas turbines, the Shergar is capable of cruising at 40 knots and reaching a top speed of 45 knots.

  • 16. Seafire – 46 knots

Seafire Yacht

Seafire is a super yacht manufactured by AB Yachts, an Italian shipyard known for some impressive vessels. This one is among their fastest, able to reach a top speed of 46 knots.

The 42 meter super yacht is powered by a setup of three MTU 16V M94 units and three waterjets, giving it the possibility to cruise at an impressive speed of 43 knots, only 3 below its top speed.

  • 15. Octopussy 007 – 53.2 knots

Octopussy 007

Built back in 1988 by the renowned Dutch shipyard Heesen Yachts and carrying a little of James Bond in its name, the Octopussy 007 is a 43.5 meter super yacht that can accommodate up to 10 guests and 7 crew members.

The vessel is powered by three MTU diesel engines that deliver 10,440 hp together, propelling the Octopussy forward at a cruising speed of 25 knots and a top speed of 53.2 knots.

It was on display at multiple boat shows around the world, and it changed owners for the last time in 2021. The naval architecture was done by Mulder Design, the exterior by Gerhard Gilgenast, and the interior by Art Line and Joachim Kinder Yacht Design.

Inside, it comes with 5 posh and extremely comfortable guest cabins, 1 master, 1 twin, and 3 double.

  • 14. Daloli – 54 knots

Daloli Yacht

The Daloli, also known as Pandion, built by Heesen Yachts, is a 36.5 vessel that enters the category of super yachts and impresses with a top speed of 54 knots, the equivalent of just over 62 mph.

The ship has a crew capacity of 6 and can host up to 8 passengers. There’s four cabins in total on its three decks, and the sheer beauty of its design can be seen both inside and on the outside.

It’s a real beauty, and a fast one as well.

  • 13. Why Not U – 55 knots

Why Not U

Originally named Nobody, the Why Not U was designed in 2001 by Overmarine as a deluxe super yacht that’s capable of getting his 9 guests and 3 crew to their next dream destination with a top speed of 55 knots. The power comes from a setup of Vericor TF40 gas turbine engines.

When it comes to living on it, it offers an impressive range of amenities on its teak decks. There’s several dining spots, entertainment and lounge rooms, sun bathing areas, and plenty more to be had on board of this stunning super yacht.

  • 12. Ermis² – 57 knots

Ermis² Yacht

The 37.5 meter super yacht Ermis², manufactured from special materials by the New Zealand shipyard McMullen & Wing, is among the fastest vessels out there, capable of a top speed of 57 knots, which is just a little over 65 mph.

The ship came out in 2007, but is still among the most innovative yachts in the world given the mix of composite materials, aerospace grade carbon fiber and titanium for its lightweight body.

That low weight, combined with the 10,944 hp outputted by the three MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines, allow this stunning yacht to reach that max speed of 57 knots.

  • 11. Chato – 57 knots

Chato Yacht

Chato is another small sized and powerful super yacht. It was built in 1986 by Baglietto from aluminium and was equipped with twin MTU 16V 396 TB94 diesel engines, which push it to a cruise speed of 35 knots and a max speed of 57 knots.

Chato is only 25.79 meters long, and that helps with a lower weight and a smaller profile under the surface of the water.

  • 10. Azimut Atlantic Challenger – 60 knots

Azimut Atlantic Challenger

The Azimut Atlantic Challenger strays away from the usual design of luxury yachts, but that only because it was built for a very different purpose, which was to win the Blue Riband award, an unofficial accolade given to a ship for making the fastest transatlantic crossing.

Unfortunately, the Azimut Atlantic Challenger failed to win, but it remained one of the fastest super yachts in the world, currently holding the 10th position, with a top speed of 60 knots.

It was built in 1988 by the Italian shipyard Benetti, with the exterior designed by Pininfarina. It’s a 26.82 meter aluminum monohull vessel and is powered by four CRM diesel engines, capable of outputting a combined 7,400 hp.

  • 9. Jet Ruban Bleu – 60 knots

Jet Ruban Bleu Yacht

The French built Jet Ruban Bleu is on par with the Azimut Atlantic Challenger and two other super yachts, at least when it comes to the top speed. They can all do 60 knots.

Jet Ruban Bleu is 25 meter long, was designed by Gilles Ollier and Coste Design & Partners and created by Multiplast. It was outfitted with a single MTU engine capable of 3,500 hp alone.

  • 8. Oci Ciornie – 60 Knots

Oci Ciornie Yacht

Oci Ciornie was a super yacht project that was realized by American shipyard Palmer Johnson, the Dutch Vripack, and the well known naval architect Don Shead in 1998.

The vessel features an aluminum hull, and uses two 1,800 hp MTU 16V 2000 M90 engines, a 4,600 hp AVCO Lycoming gas turbine, plus Arneson surface drives. This combination propels the Oci Ciornie with a top speed of 60 knots.

The ship is able to carry up to eight guests in a master suite, a double cabin, and a twin room. There’s a nice and streamlined deck that features a superb saloon and outside areas for relaxation, while the interior takes inspiration from aircraft designs.

  • 7. Brave Challenger – 60 Knots

Brave Challenger Yacht

With the same 60 knot top speed of the above ships, the Brave Challenger is to be lauded, since it’s much older, being built back in 1960. The project was completed by Vosper Ltd in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, with the intention of becoming a Brave Class fast patrol boat. It was only later that the ship was converted for private use.

The Brave Challenger is powered by three Rolls-Royce Proteus gas turbines, which output a total of 13,500 hp, which combined with the only 31 meter length and lower weight, can push the boat to the top speed of 60 knots.

  • 6. Kereon – 62.3 Knots

Kereon Yacht

The Italian yard AB Yachts, the one behind Seafire above at number 16, built in 2004 one of the fastest super yachts in the world, the Kereon. It’s capable of hitting a top speed of 62.3 knots, and that thanks to the three CRM diesel engines that produce a good 6,300 hp.

Since the total power is so low in comparison to others on this list, it makes sense that a shorter length of 27 meters and a performant hull design are at play to aid in reaching those speeds.

The ship has a very sporty aesthetic, all metallic silver, and can cruise at 50 knots for about 900 miles.

  • 5. Gentry Eagle – 63.5 knots

Gentry Eagle Yacht

Gentry Eagle was a special project done by Vosper Thornycroft in 1988 for the legendary Tom Gentry, who achieved almost everything he could achieve in terms of powerboat speed records during his lifetime, including the coveted Blue Riband. The vessel, capable of 63.5 knots, helped him win the Blue Riband in 1989, with a record time of 62 hours and 7 minutes.

Gentry Eagle’s design was done by Grant Robinson and Peter Birkett, with the interior by Robin Rose. In 1992, the ship became a private super yacht.

  • 4. Galeocerdo – 65 Knots

Galeocerdo Yacht

Galeocerdo is a very futuristic looking ship, with sleek lines and a hull designed to maintain high speeds in rough sea conditions. It measures 36 meters in length, and is capable of hitting 65 knots.

The vessel was built in 2003 in Italy, by Rodriguez Yachts and is powered by three Vericor TF50 gas turbines, each tied to a Rolls-Royce Kamewa water jet. The total power output rises to a whooping 16,800 hp.

  • 3. Destriero – 66 knots

Destriero Yacht

Destriero was launched back in 1991 by the Italian shipyard Fincantieri. It has a length of 68.18 meters and features a design made by Pininfarina and Donald Blount. This ship was again built with the sole purpose of winning the Blue Riband by breaking the old record of crossing the Atlantic.

She did it in 1992, after it crossed the ocean twice without refueling, setting a new record of 58 hours, 34 minutes, and 5 seconds. but the Blue Riband award was denied for her, since it’s awarded only to passenger vessels and not private yachts.

What allowed Destriero to set a new record was the power of 54,000 hp, given by the Codag engine and the three GE Aviation LM1600 gas turbines, pushing the ship to a max speed of 66 knots, or 76 mph.

  • 2. World Is Not Enough – 67 Knots

World Is Not Enough yacht

The Dutch superyacht World Is Not Enough, built in 2004 by Millenium Super Yachts, comes second place with a top speed of 67 knots. The vessel is powered by two Paxman diesel engines and two Lycoming gas turbines, which give an output of 20,600 hp, and a good 3800 nautical miles cruising range at a cruising speed of 10 knots.

With its 42.4 meters of luxury and beauty, World Is Not Enough can accommodate up to 10 guests and 7 crew members in five extravagant cabins, offering plenty of comfort and areas for relaxation. The vessel features formal dining spaces, indoor bar, and al fresco dining and lounge areas on all decks, for the ultimate pleasure away from civilization.

  • 1. Foners – 70.1 knots

Foners Yacht

The Foners is currently the fastest super yacht in the world, with a 70.1 knots top speed, keeping the first spot since its delivery back in 2000. The power behind its top speed comes from two MAN engines and three Rolls Royce gas turbines, combining together to output a whooping 21,380 hp.

Her cruising speed is 12 knots, and allows her to reach a range of 1,800 nautical miles.

But of course speed isn’t everything here, as the eye is impressed a lot when stepping on board. Built by the Spanish shipyard Izar, Foners comes with splendid interiors, formal dining rooms, and plenty of space on the decks for al fresco dining. Its 6 crew and up to 8 guests can be accommodated on board, in luxurious cabins.

These are the fastest super yachts in the world, a competition that keeps on going, dominated for the last two decades by the Spanish vessel Foners.

As technology progresses, it will be interesting to see how it holds up against newer yachts.

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Sailing used to be considered as a rather sedate pastime. But in the past few years, the world of yacht racing has been revolutionised by the arrival of hydrofoil-supported catamarans, known as “foilers”. These vessels, more akin to high-performance aircraft than yachts, combine the laws of aerodynamics and hydrodynamics to create vessels capable of speeds of up to 50 knots, which is far faster than the wind propelling them.

An F50 catamaran preparing for the Sail GP series recently even broke this barrier, reaching an incredible speed of 50.22 knots (57.8mph) purely powered by the wind. This was achieved in a wind of just 19.3 knots (22.2mph). F50s are 15-metre-long, 8.8-metre-wide hydrofoil catamarans propelled by rigid sails and capable of such astounding speeds that Sail GP has been called the “ Formula One of sailing ”. How are these yachts able to go so fast? The answer lies in some simple fluid dynamics.

As a vessel’s hull moves through the water, there are two primary physical mechanisms that create drag and slow the vessel down. To build a faster boat you have to find ways to overcome the drag force.

The first mechanism is friction. As the water flows past the hull, a microscopic layer of water is effectively attached to the hull and is pulled along with the yacht. A second layer of water then attaches to the first layer, and the sliding or shearing between them creates friction.

On the outside of this is a third layer, which slides over the inner layers creating more friction, and so on. Together, these layers are known as the boundary layer – and it’s the shearing of the boundary layer’s molecules against each other that creates frictional drag.

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A yacht also makes waves as it pushes the water around and under the hull from the bow (front) to the stern (back) of the boat. The waves form two distinctive patterns around the yacht (one at each end), known as Kelvin Wave patterns.

These waves, which move at the same speed as the yacht, are very energetic. This creates drag on the boat known as the wave-making drag, which is responsible for around 90% of the total drag. As the yacht accelerates to faster speeds (close to the “hull speed”, explained later), these waves get higher and longer.

These two effects combine to produce a phenomenon known as “ hull speed ”, which is the fastest the boat can travel – and in conventional single-hull yachts it is very slow. A single-hull yacht of the same size as the F50 has a hull speed of around 12 mph.

However, it’s possible to reduce both the frictional and wave-making drag and overcome this hull-speed limit by building a yacht with hydrofoils . Hydrofoils are small, underwater wings. These act in the same way as an aircraft wing, creating a lift force which acts against gravity, lifting our yacht upwards so that the hull is clear of the water.

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While an aircraft’s wings are very large, the high density of water compared to air means that we only need very small hydrofoils to produce a lot of the important lift force. A hydrofoil just the size of three A3 sheets of paper, when moving at just 10 mph, can produce enough lift to pick up a large person.

This significantly reduces the surface area and the volume of the boat that is underwater, which cuts the frictional drag and the wave-making drag, respectively. The combined effect is a reduction in the overall drag to a fraction of its original amount, so that the yacht is capable of sailing much faster than it could without hydrofoils.

The other innovation that helps boost the speed of racing yachts is the use of rigid sails . The power available from traditional sails to drive the boat forward is relatively small, limited by the fact that the sail’s forces have to act in equilibrium with a range of other forces, and that fabric sails do not make an ideal shape for creating power. Rigid sails, which are very similar in design to an aircraft wing, form a much more efficient shape than traditional sails, effectively giving the yacht a larger engine and more power.

As the yacht accelerates from the driving force of these sails, it experiences what is known as “ apparent wind ”. Imagine a completely calm day, with no wind. As you walk, you experience a breeze in your face at the same speed that you are walking. If there was a wind blowing too, you would feel a mixture of the real (or “true” wind) and the breeze you have generated.

The two together form the apparent wind, which can be faster than the true wind. If there is enough true wind combined with this apparent wind, then significant force and power can be generated from the sail to propel the yacht, so it can easily sail faster than the wind speed itself.

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The combined effect of reducing the drag and increasing the driving power results in a yacht that is far faster than those of even a few years ago. But all of this would not be possible without one further advance: materials. In order to be able to “fly”, the yacht must have a low mass, and the hydrofoil itself must be very strong. To achieve the required mass, strength and rigidity using traditional boat-building materials such as wood or aluminium would be very difficult.

This is where modern advanced composite materials such as carbon fibre come in. Production techniques optimising weight, rigidity and strength allow the production of structures that are strong and light enough to produce incredible yachts like the F50.

The engineers who design these high-performance boats (known as naval architects ) are always looking to use new materials and science to get an optimum design. In theory, the F50 should be able to go even faster.

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How Fast Are Superyachts?

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Superyachts are well known for their incredible luxury and grand sizes. However, that doesn’t mean these large vessels can’t be fast on the water too.

The fastest superyachts in the world reach speeds of over 50 knots, with the fastest achieving speeds of 70 knots. Though significantly slower, the longest superyacht in the world still achieves top speeds of over 30 knots.  

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There’s no denying that superyachts are incredibly expensive vessels, but superyacht owners are willing to pay for more than elevated levels of luxury. The use of cutting-edge technology and years of experience from the world’s top yacht builders allows superyachts to excel in performance as well, allowing them to achieve impressive speeds.

Vessels that achieve over 50 knots

Creating a fast superyacht is no easy task, but the best yacht builders in the world are up to the challenge. While you may think the fastest boats will be newer vessels that benefit from the latest technology, there’s much to be said for clever designs that are over a decade old but still offer impressive performance.

One such design is the Moon Goddess, a superyacht created by Danish Yachts in 2006. Moon Goddess can reach a speed of up to 53 knots and while not the largest vessel at 35 meters in length, it’s still an impressive speed for a yacht of this size.

The vessel Why Not U (previously known as Nobody) is another yacht that proves older age doesn’t necessarily mean a slower speed. The vessel was made in 2001 by Overmarine and reaches top speeds of 55 knots.   

The Ermis² was built by McMullen & Wing in 2008 and achieves up to 57 knots. The vessel is 37.5 meters long and is made with a carbon/epoxy hull and superstructure, providing a great balance of light weight and durability. 

Vessels that achieve over 60 knots

While the vessels above are impressive in their top speeds, there are even faster vessels gracing the oceans. One such vessel with an enduring history behind it is Brave Challenger.

Brave Challenger was constructed in 1960 and was previously known as Mercury. At the time of its construction, it was believed to be the world’s fastest yacht. 

The 31-meter vessel was constructed by Vosper Thornycroft and had major refit work done in the ‘80s. Its top speed is around 60 knots. 

The Galeocerdo was constructed in 2003 by WallyPower. Striking in its distinct aesthetics, the 36-meter vessel achieves top speeds of 60 knots. 

Clocking in at speeds of up to 70 knots is the vessel World Is Not Enough. It was constructed in 2004 by Millennium Super Yachts and comes in at slightly over 42 meters in length.

A vessel worthy of James Bond himself, it utilizes two Paxman diesel engines as well as two Lycoming gas turbines in order to produce 20,600hp.

The fastest yacht in the world is the Foners (previously known as Fortuna). This 41.5-meter vessel was built in 2000 as the royal yacht for the King of Spain. 

The luxurious vessel makes use of two 1,280hp MAN engines along with three 6,700hp Rolls Royce gas turbines to achieve a maximum speed of 70.1 knots. When running at a much more modest 12 knots, Foners is capable of cruising up to 1,800 nautical miles. 

How fast are the largest superyachts?

Superyachts vary in size and while the vessels above are certainly not small, they aren’t the largest superyachts in the world. So how do the largest compare in terms of speed?

It’s not surprising that they aren’t as quick as the vessels above, but this is understandable considering they are significantly larger and heavier. However, they still manage to obtain impressive speeds in comparison to their massive scale. 

Consider the Eclipse , constructed by Blohm+Voss in 2009 for Roman Abramovich. At the time of its launch, it was the largest superyacht in the world, measuring 162.5 meters in length.

The Eclipse achieves a top speed of 25 knots. Traveling at 21 knots, it has a range of 6,000 nautical miles. 

The Eclipse was overtaken as the largest superyacht in the world by Azzam . Completed in 2013 by Lürssen, the superyacht was constructed for the President of the United Arab Emirates, Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

Azzam measures an extraordinary 180 meters in length and can achieve speeds of over 30 knots. 

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Cruising Speeds Explained: How Fast Do Yachts Go

Have you ever wondered how fast yachts can go? Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a curious enthusiast, understanding yacht speed is essential for optimizing your boating experience. Yachts come in various types and sizes, each with its own unique speed capabilities. From high-speed racing yachts to leisurely cruisers, the speed of a yacht can vary significantly.

So, how fast do yachts actually go? Let’s dive in and explore the fascinating world of yacht speeds. From the top speed of yachts to average cruising speeds, we’ll uncover the factors that influence their performance and the limits of their capabilities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The speed of a yacht depends on its type, with different types of yachts having varying speed capabilities.
  • Pontoons are the fastest type of yacht, reaching speeds of up to 30 mph.
  • Cruisers, deck boats, and sailboats have average speeds ranging from 10 to 23 mph.
  • Factors such as yacht design , hull type , boat length, wind conditions , and sail balance influence a yacht’s speed.
  • Racing yachts can achieve remarkable speeds, with some reaching up to 65.45 knots (75 mph).

Types of Yachts and their Speeds

Yachts come in various types and sizes, catering to different preferences and needs. From mini yachts with a length of 23 feet to superyachts with a length of at least 78 feet, there is a yacht for every enthusiast. Each type of yacht offers unique features and capabilities, including varying speeds.

Let’s take a closer look:

Pontoons are renowned for their impressive speed capabilities. These yachts, featuring flat decks mounted on pontoons or flotation devices, can reach speeds of up to 30 mph (miles per hour). Offering stability and ample space for leisure activities, pontoons are a popular choice for those seeking high-speed adventures on the water.

Cruisers and Deck Boats

Cruisers and deck boats strike a balance between speed and comfort. With an average speed of 23 mph, these yachts provide a smooth and enjoyable cruising experience. Cruisers are designed for long trips and overnight stays, while deck boats offer ample deck space for outdoor activities and socializing.

Sailboats, powered by the wind, offer a serene and eco-friendly sailing experience. While they may not match the speed of powerboats, sailboats provide a unique connection with the water and the elements. With an average speed of 10 mph, sailboats allow for leisurely exploration and a slower pace of navigation.

In summary, the type of yacht you choose will determine the speed capabilities it offers. Pontoons excel in high speeds, cruisers and deck boats provide a comfortable cruising experience, and sailboats offer a leisurely and eco-friendly navigation. Consider your preferences and desired activities on the water when selecting the right yacht for you.

Factors Affecting Yacht Speed

When it comes to yacht speed , several factors come into play. Understanding these factors can help yacht owners and enthusiasts determine the optimal performance of their vessels. Let’s explore some of the key elements that influence yacht speed :

Yacht Design and Hull Type

The design and hull type of a yacht play a crucial role in determining its speed capabilities. Displacement hulls, commonly found in monohull sailboats, are designed to cut through the water smoothly. This design is ideal for stable and comfortable cruising at moderate speeds. On the other hand, planing hulls can achieve faster speeds as they ride on top of the water, creating lift and reducing drag.

Length of the Boat

The length of a yacht also affects its speed. In general, longer boats tend to be faster due to their increased waterline length. The longer the yacht, the greater its potential speed. This is because longer waterline lengths allow for smoother passage through the water, reducing resistance and increasing efficiency.

Wind Conditions and Current

Wind conditions and the presence of current can have a significant impact on a yacht’s speed. Favorable wind conditions can provide an additional boost to a yacht’s speed, allowing it to harness the power of the wind for increased performance. Conversely, adverse wind conditions can hinder a yacht’s speed. Additionally, the presence of current can either enhance or impede a yacht’s progress, depending on its direction and strength.

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“The design and hull type of a yacht, the length of the boat , and the wind conditions and current all contribute to the overall speed and performance of the vessel.”

By considering these factors, yacht owners can make informed decisions about their vessel’s design, structural elements, and the optimal sailing conditions for maximum speed and performance.

Hull Speed and Its Limitations

In the world of yachting, hull speed is a term that refers to the maximum speed that a displacement hull yacht can achieve based on its waterline length. Each yacht has its own unique hull speed , and it can be calculated using a simple formula: 1.34 multiplied by the square root of the waterline length.

Once a yacht reaches its hull speed , further acceleration becomes inefficient and requires significantly more energy. This is because the yacht’s displacement hull is designed to cut through the water, creating waves that move in sync with the boat’s speed. When the yacht reaches its hull speed, the waves become larger and the boat must push through them, resulting in increased resistance.

However, it’s worth noting that planing hull yachts have a different design and can exceed their hull speed by riding on top of the water. Planing hulls are typically found in high-speed yachts and allow them to achieve faster speeds by lifting the hull out of the water. This reduces the resistance and allows the yacht to glide over the water’s surface.

While planing hulls offer greater speed capabilities, displacement hulls have their own advantages. They provide a stable and comfortable ride, making them ideal for long-distance cruising and ocean crossings. Additionally, displacement hulls are more fuel-efficient at lower speeds, making them a popular choice for many yacht enthusiasts.

Sailing Speed and Wind Power

Sailboats harness the power of the wind to generate impressive speed on the water. The size of the sail area is a critical factor in determining a sailboat’s velocity, as it directly affects the amount of wind captured and converted into forward motion. Increasing the sail area can enhance power and speed, but it also poses challenges in terms of boat control and stability.

To optimize both speed and control, achieving the right balance of sail area is essential. This involves carefully assessing the sailboat’s design, weight distribution, and rigging to ensure that the sail’s size is proportionate to the boat’s overall structure. Achieving the ideal sail balance allows for efficient power transfer, enabling the boat to harness the wind’s force effectively.

Wind conditions and the direction of the wind also significantly impact a sailboat’s speed. In general, sailboats experience faster speeds when sailing downwind, as the wind blows directly from behind, pushing the boat forward. This enables the sailboat to utilize the full force of the wind, resulting in increased velocity.

To illustrate the influence of sail area on sailboat speed , consider the following scenario: A sailboat with a larger sail area will typically generate more power and achieve higher speeds compared to a boat with a smaller sail area. However, larger sails may make the sailboat more challenging to handle and require more advanced sailing skills.

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It’s important for sailors to strike the right balance between power and control to optimize their sailing experience. By considering factors such as sail area, sail balance, and wind conditions, sailors can enjoy exhilarating speeds while maintaining a safe and enjoyable journey on the water.

Determining Average Sailing Speed

When it comes to sailboats, determining the average sailing speed is an essential factor to consider. The average sailing speed of a sailboat typically ranges from 4-6 knots (4.5-7 mph). Larger racing yachts can reach speeds of up to 15 knots (17 mph). Knowing the cruising speed of your sailboat allows you to plan your journey and estimate the time it will take to reach your destination.

One way to calculate sailboat speed is by measuring the distance traveled over a specific time. For example, if a sailboat covers a distance of 100 nautical miles (115 miles or 185 km) in one day at an average speed of 4.5 knots, the sailing speed can be determined by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken. With this calculation, you can estimate the sailing speed in nautical miles per hour (knots) for your specific voyage.

The average sailing speed may vary depending on wind conditions, currents, and the size of the sailboat. It’s important to consider these factors when planning your sailing trip to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey.

Overcoming Hull Speed with Surfing Conditions

Displacement hull sailboats are known for their limitations in speed due to hull speed. However, there are certain conditions in which these sailboats can exceed their speed limits. These conditions, known as surfing conditions , occur when a sailboat is sailing downwind with a favorable current that helps the boat overtake its own bow wave.

During surfing conditions , sailboats experience a temporary increase in speed, albeit not significant, typically around 1 knot. It’s important to note that achieving surfing conditions requires specific wind and current conditions to be met.

Wave Cycles and Displacement Hull

The concept of surfing conditions relates to the interaction between the sailboat’s hull and the waves it creates. Displacement hull sailboats are designed to move through the water, which creates a series of waves. As the sailboat approaches hull speed, the wavelength of these waves lengthens, making it difficult for the sailboat to climb over them efficiently.

However, in the right conditions, a favorable current can assist the sailboat in overcoming these limitations. The boat “surfs” down the face of the wave, riding on top of the water instead of plowing through it.

Benefits and Limitations of Surfing Conditions

While surfing conditions can provide a temporary boost in speed, it’s important to understand their limitations. The increase in speed achieved during surfing conditions is typically modest, and it might not be a sustainable speed for extended periods. Additionally, achieving surfing conditions requires a specific combination of wind direction, current strength, and wave patterns, which can be unpredictable.

Nevertheless, experienced sailors can take advantage of surfing conditions to optimize their sailboat’s performance, making sailing more enjoyable and efficient.

Sailboat Speed Under Power

Sailboats have the flexibility of being powered by engines when sailing at low speeds or when maneuvering in and out of ports. The sail-and-power combination allows sailors to maintain a suitable speed and control the boat in different situations.

The average speed of a sailboat under power is around 4-5 knots (5 mph). When the sailing speed drops below 6 knots, most sailors switch to the engine to ensure consistent progress. This average speed under power allows for efficient navigation while preserving fuel and ensuring a comfortable yachting experience.

Having the capability to switch between sail and engine power provides versatility during different weather conditions, currents, or when navigating in smaller waterways.

By utilizing the engine and sail in combination, sailors can maintain a steady speed and adapt to changing conditions effectively. This combination ensures a balance between power and efficiency, allowing sailors to reach their destinations safely and comfortably.

While sailboats are renowned for their ability to harness the power of the wind, having an engine for propulsion offers greater control and maneuverability when needed. It allows sailors to navigate tight spaces, come into harbor smoothly, and tackle adverse conditions when wind power alone is insufficient.

In situations where sailboats need to maintain a constant speed or overcome unfavorable wind conditions, relying on engine power provides stability and increases overall efficiency. This sail-and-power combination enables sailors to optimize their yachting experience and ensures that they can enjoy their time on the water while maintaining a suitable speed.

sailboat speed under power

Advantages of Sailboat Speed Under Power:

  • Enhanced control and maneuverability
  • Ability to navigate in tight spaces
  • Greater stability in adverse weather conditions
  • Consistent speed even when wind power is inadequate
  • Efficient fuel management and reduced environmental impact

By combining the power of the engine with the sailing capabilities of a sailboat, yachtsmen can optimize their yachting experience, ensuring a reliable and enjoyable journey on the water.

Speed Records and Racing Yachts

Racing yachts are engineered for ultimate speed, pushing the boundaries of yachting performance. These high-speed racing yachts have set impressive speed records, showcasing their exceptional capabilities and the skills of the sailors. With advanced design technologies and cutting-edge features, these racing yachts have achieved remarkable speeds that leave spectators in awe.

Some of the fastest yachts in the world can reach speeds ranging from 30 to 50 knots (35 to 58 mph), surpassing the limits of traditional sailing vessels. In fact, the current yacht speed record stands at an astounding 65.45 knots (75 mph), a testament to the incredible capabilities of these high-performance machines.

These racing yachts utilize planing hulls, which allow them to ride on top of the water rather than cutting through it. The sleek and streamlined designs, coupled with lightweight materials, reduce drag and maximize speed. Every aspect of these yachts, from the sails to the rigging, is optimized for high-speed performance, ensuring that they can harness the power of the wind to its fullest potential.

Speed records in sailing competitions are not only a display of pure speed but also a reflection of the ingenuity and innovation driving yacht design . These records push the limits of what is possible in the world of yachting, inspiring further advancements and breakthroughs.

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As sailing enthusiasts marvel at the top speed achievements of racing yachts, it’s important to remember that speed is just one aspect of the yachting experience. Safety, comfort, and efficiency also play vital roles in a satisfying and enjoyable voyage. Whether you’re racing in a competitive regatta or cruising leisurely, finding the perfect balance between performance and practicality is key.

Optimal Yachting Experience and Efficiency

When it comes to yachting, prioritizing sailing comfort and efficiency can greatly enhance your experience on the water. By maintaining the optimum sail balance and employing effective handling techniques, you can ensure a smoother and more efficient ride.

One important aspect of sailing comfort is keeping the boat balanced. Sailing at an optimal heel angle of 15° allows the yacht to maintain stability and reduces the risk of excessive rolling. This not only enhances comfort but also improves overall sailing efficiency .

To achieve the right balance, it is crucial to consider the weather helm of the boat. Weather helm refers to the slight pressure on the helm that helps the yacht maintain its course. By adjusting the sails and rudder, you can achieve a weather helm of 2-4°, which provides the perfect balance of control and performance.

Reefing , or reducing sail area, is another important technique that enhances both safety and efficiency. It involves reducing the size of the sails to maintain control and stability during strong winds or rough conditions. By reefing the sails, you can prevent excessive heeling, maintain optimum speed, and ensure a safer and more enjoyable yachting experience.

Take a look at the diagram below for a visual representation of the optimum sail balance and reefing techniques:

By prioritizing sailing comfort , efficiency, and yacht handling techniques such as maintaining optimum sail balance and reefing when necessary, you can create an optimal yachting experience that combines both performance and enjoyment.

Understanding the factors that influence yacht speed is essential for yacht enthusiasts and sailors alike. From the hull type and boat length to wind conditions and sail balance, these variables play a crucial role in determining the cruising and maximum speeds of a yacht.

Sailboats, in particular, rely on the power of the wind and the optimum balance of their sails to achieve efficient speed. Sail design and balance are of utmost importance as they directly impact the yacht’s performance on the water. Finding the right balance of sail area ensures both speed and control, enhancing the overall sailing experience.

While racing yachts are renowned for their remarkable speeds, it is important to prioritize safety, comfort, and efficiency when engaging in recreational yachting. Understanding yacht speed factors allows sailors to fine-tune their sailing experience and optimize performance on the water, creating a satisfying and memorable yachting adventure.

How fast do yachts go?

The speed of a yacht can vary depending on its type. Pontoons are the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 30 mph. Cruisers and deck boats have an average speed of 23 mph, while sailboats typically have an average speed of 10 mph.

What is the maximum speed of a small yacht?

The maximum speed of a small yacht is around 60 km/h.

How fast can racing yachts go?

Some specialized racing yachts can reach speeds of up to 60 knots (around 69 mph).

What factors affect yacht speed?

Several factors can influence the speed of a yacht, including its design, hull type, length, wind conditions, and the presence of current.

What is hull speed?

Hull speed refers to the maximum speed that a displacement hull yacht can achieve based on its waterline length.

How are sailboats powered?

Sailboats rely on wind power to generate speed, but they can also use engines when sailing at low speeds or maneuvering in and out of ports.

How do wind conditions affect sailboat speed?

Wind conditions and the direction of the wind can impact a sailboat’s speed, with downwind conditions usually allowing for faster speeds.

How is sailboat speed calculated?

Sailboat speed is typically measured in knots, with 1 knot equal to 1 nautical mile per hour. The speed can be calculated by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken.

Can sailboats exceed their hull speed?

While planing hull yachts can exceed their hull speed by riding on top of the water, displacement hull yachts have limitations due to the physics of wave cycles . However, they can temporarily exceed their hull speed in certain conditions called surfing conditions.

How fast can sailboats go under power?

The average speed of a sailboat under power is around 4-5 knots (approximately 5 mph).

What are some notable speed records achieved by racing yachts?

The current speed record in sailing competitions is 65.45 knots (approximately 75 mph), showcasing the high-speed capabilities of racing yachts.

How can one ensure an optimal yachting experience?

To have an optimal yachting experience, it is important to prioritize sailing comfort and efficiency. This includes maintaining a balanced boat, achieving the right sail balance, and practicing reefing when necessary.

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World’s Fastest Mega Yacht

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The World’s fastest yacht is a great title to hold. After all, Superyachts, and especially Mega yachts are all about Excess. Whose yacht is better than everyone else’s

Let’s make something clear

The title, “World’s fastest yacht” can be held by a number of yachts and the overall fastest is much, much quicker than this one. But, there is a difference between a yacht, Superyacht, and a Mega Yacht. For the sake of this article we are talking about the world’s fastest yacht in “Mega Yacht” terms i.e. over 100m in length .

Launched by Lurssen in 2013 and measuring 180m, M/Y Azzam was, at the time the largest yacht in the world. She was only beaten by the as yet unfinished REV Ocean last year when she was launched measuring 182.9m. So, Azzam is no longer officially the largest but she is definitely, for her size at least, the fastest.

Some Stats:

Beam: 20.8m

Draft: 4.3m

Propulsion: 2 x 9000 KW MTU Diesel engines + Two Gas turbines. Total power = 97,000hp

Fuel consumption (top speed): 13 tonnes = 15,294 litres per hour

Azzam was not built to be the World’s fastest yacht, or indeed the world’s largest yacht either. She was originally designed to be 145m but in the process of “optimisation” she grew.

During sea trials in the North Sea she reached 32 knots. She can reach a max speed of 33 knots. That’s quick for any yacht, but a 180m one! Can you imagine?

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Ten Of The Fastest Super Yachts On The Water In 2020

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While most yachts are known for their luxurious features, large size, and even their famous owners, most people don’t equate these mega machines with speed on the water.

Mamimo II

Top Speed: 52 knots

The first yacht on our list is the Mamimo II which clocks in at a blazing 52 knots. This ship was launched in 2007 and is the first model in the Magnum 80 series.

Built by Florida-based Magnum Marine, this yacht’s exterior was designed by automotive design house Pininfarina. Capable of reaching speeds as fast as 52 knots thanks to a powerful pair of MTU diesel engines, this yacht is no slouch on the open water.

Measuring in at 24 meters, this stunning open yacht can accommodate up to six guests in luxury.

Swift

Top Speed: 53 knots

Built by Italian shipbuilder AB Yachts in 2014, Swift is one of the world’s fastest superyachts clocking in with a top speed of 53 knots.  This ship was built as part of the AB116 series designed by Marco Arnaboldi and is the largest of four models.

The Swift has three 2,400hp MTU 16V 2000 M94 diesel engines and a maximum horsepower of 7200hp. Measuring in at 36 meters, you can comfortably cruise the ocean in luxury with guests.

Azzam

Top Speed: 55 knots

Azzam was built by world-renowned yacht builder Pershing in 2005. One of 10 hulls from their popular Pershing 115 series, this 35-meter yacht can reach top speeds of 55 knots. While other ships in the series can only reach a top speed of 40 knots, Azzam is fitted with a Vericor gas turbine and a central booster which generates an additional 5100hp for the ship.  This gives it a max horsepower of 12,500hp.

Ermis II

Built in 2007 by McMullen & Wing, Ermis2 was designed for fast and efficient travel. Ermis2 has three MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines giving her a combined 10,944hp and a top speed of 55 knots.

With a maximum cruising range of 3500.0nm and a cruising speed of 45 kn, this ship was built with both luxury and functionality in mind. Measuring in at 37 meters, she can comfortably sleep up to 8 guests and 4 crew members.

CHato

Top Speed: 57 knots

Chato is an all-aluminum yacht that was built in 1986 by Italian yard Baglietto. Clocking in at a top speed of 57 knots, this speed machine has been one of the fastest yachts in the world for more than three decades. Chato features twin MTU 16V 396 TB94 units so it can cruise comfortably at 35 knots and hit 57 knots flat out. Measuring in at 25 meters, it can comfortably accommodate up to six guests.

Alamshar

Top Speed: 60 knots

Almashar was custom built in 2008 by Devonport Yachts in the United Kingdom. Powered by a water jet propulsion system and 6 gas turbine engines, this motor yacht can reach top speeds of 60 knots.  Measuring in at 50 meters in length, this ship can comfortably fit up to 12 guests and crew.

Gentry Eagle

Gentry Eagle

Gentry Eagle was launched in 1988 by Vosper Thornycroft in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. Built of aluminum and teak, this ship has a cruising speed of 45 knots and a top speed of 63 knots making it one of the fastest ships on the water. On the smaller size of the yacht spectrum, this ship is only about 12 meters in length and can comfortably house 6 guests and 4 crew members.

Wally Power 118

Wally Power 118

Top speed: 65 knots.

Wallypower 118 is a luxury motor yacht built in 2002 by Rodriquez Intermarine.  Featuring a three waterjet and twin screw propulsion system, she can reach a top speed of 65 knots. In addition, Wally Power 118 can achieve a range of 380 nautical miles at 60 knots or 1500 nautical miles at 9 knots.

Powered by three DDC TF50 gas turbines and two Cummins 370 horsepower engines; this superyacht has the type of power that is typically found on smaller warships. It is also one of the most luxurious vessels on the water, this yacht measures in at 36 meters and can accommodate up to six guests cruising and sleeping.

The World Is Not Enough

World is not Enough

Top speed: 67 knots.

Built in 2004 by Millennium Super Yachts in the Netherlands, World is not Enough is currently the second-fastest yacht in the world. Designed by Dutch naval architect Frank Mulder, World Is Not Enough is one of the very few yachts to have broken the 65 knot threshold. Powered by two Paxman diesel engines and two Lycoming gas turbines, producing a staggering 20,600hp. Measuring in at just over 42 meters in length, this superyacht can comfortably accommodate 10 guests in ultra-luxury.

Foners

Top Speed: 70.1 knots

Built in 2000 by Allisteros Bazan yard in Spain, Foners is currently the fastest yacht in the world. Topping out with a max speed of 70.1 knots, Foners is propelled by two 1,280hp MAN engines and three Rolls Royce 6,700hp gas turbines driving three Kamewa water jets. Foners is also the royal yacht for King Juan Carlos of Spain. Measuring in at 41.5 meters, this ship can cruise up to 1,800 nautical miles when running at 12 knots.

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Navigating Luxury: The Ultimate Guide to Buying Mega Yachts

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What You Need to Know First

Looking into buying a mega yacht? It’s not just about the boat itself; it’s a whole world you’re getting into. These big, beautiful boats are the top of luxury, but they come with a lot to think about. Different kinds of yachts offer different experiences. Some are built for comfort with lots of space, while others are made to get you moving fast on the water. Keeping up with what’s new and green in yachting can also help you make a better choice, one that fits with your style and what you care about.

Making it Yours

Buying a mega yacht means you can make it exactly how you want it. This isn’t just picking out colors or materials. It’s about creating a place that feels like home, or even better, on the water. Working with top-notch designers, you can shape everything from how your yacht looks on the outside to the layout and feel on the inside. This collaboration makes sure the end result is a yacht that’s a perfect fit for you. It’s a big project, but seeing your visions come to life is part of the fun.

Things to Think About Before Buying

Owning a mega yacht is a big commitment. There’s the cost of the yacht itself, but that’s not all. Running and taking care of the yacht, paying for a crew, and keeping up with maintenance add up. The crew is especially important because they do a lot of work and help make every trip fantastic. Regular maintenance is also key to keeping your yacht in top shape and safe. Plus, you need to keep up with the laws and rules for yachting, which can change.

Getting Through the Paperwork

The paperwork and legal stuff involved in buying a yacht might seem daunting. There are contracts, registrations, and laws to think about. Getting help from professionals, like lawyers who know about maritime issues and yacht brokers, can make this a lot easier. They know what needs to be done and can help you through the process, making sure everything is done right and on time.

Why Fly Yachts?

When you’re looking to buy a mega yacht, going with Fly Yachts means you’ve got a team that’s all about making the process smooth and straightforward. We know the ins and outs of buying yachts, from figuring out what you need to dealing with the legal stuff. And we do it all while keeping things clear and professional, just like you’d want. So when you’re ready to step into the world of mega yachts, just reach out. We’re here to help make your dream boat a reality.

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Understanding Mega Yacht Crew Roles for Plain Sailing

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Mega Yacht Crew Roles - Former Chief Officer George Papafaklis

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How Many Crew Members are needed on a Mega Yacht?

There is no short answer to this question as the number of crew depends on many variables. Some smaller vessels may manage with a crew of five, while larger vessels may require a crew of 120 plus. The number of crew depends on the size of the vessel, but also on the services you would like onboard and whether you would like specialist mega yacht crew roles filled onboard. Generally speaking, the crew are segregated into three main departments: the deck department, the engineering department and the interior department.

What Are the Main Mega Yacht Crew Roles?

Deck Department Roles

Captain: the authority onboard, responsible for navigation and passenger safety as well as crew management, budgeting, administration, voyage planning, ensuring regulations are abided by and for planning and arranging refit and maintenance projects. An experienced captain will offer the management skills needed for a harmonious crew as well as for masterfully navigating the waters. Meet Captain David Butler and Manolis Kilmataras

Staff Captain: as second in command beneath the Captain of vessels exceeding 70m+, the Staff Captain will head up the deck department and oversea maintenance, security, navigation and safety of the vessel. They will ensure that the Captain’s orders are carried out can assume command in an emergency.

Chief Officer: next in command, beneath the Captain or the Staff Captain depending on the size of the vessel, the chief officer assists with navigation, oversees docking, manages the deck crew, is watchkeeper and general assistant to the Captain. The Chief Officer can stand in for the Captain in their absence to keep the vessel safe and sailing smoothly. Meet former Chief Officer George Papafaklis

Second Officer: offering support to both the Captain and the Chief Officer, the Second Officer is often employed on larger vessels to offer further assistance alongside the Chief Officer.

Bosun: responsible for maintaining the exterior of the vessel by managing the deck crew and executing deck maintenance. Duties include ensuring windows are clean, washdowns and painting, caulking and basic repairs. They often captain tenders if required and will have good knowledge of any water toys on board and be on hand to assist guests with their use.

Deckhand: working under the management of the Bosun to maintain the exterior of the vessel through washdowns, polishing, line handling and repair projects. The deckhands should take pride in maintaining a welcoming vessel that is in tip-top condition.

AV/IT Officer: from the internet to satellite connectivity, the AV/IT Officer is responsible for maintaining a variety of media systems on board vital for navigation and guest entertainment. From day-to-day maintenance including regular back-ups to resolving issues to maintain fully operational systems, this mega yacht crew role is amongst one of the most specialist.

Electro Technical Officer (ETO): responsible for repairing and maintaining the electrical systems including High Voltage Systems. From the engine room to electronic navigation, these systems are vital for smooth sailing and require a highly trained professional to maintain safe standards.

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A deckhand communicating with his team while getting ready to drop anchor

Engine Department Roles

Chief Engineer: as head of the Engine Department, the Chief Engineer oversees the mechanical and electrical systems, maintains systems and supervises repairs, and manages the engineering crew members. This position is one of the most vital amongst the mega yacht crew roles as the individual will require an outstanding knowledge of the vessel’s workings, from the engines and generators through to electronics and hydraulics, to offer a smooth and safe voyage.

Engineer: reporting to the Chief Engineer, Engineers carry out daily maintenance to ensure all mechanical and electronic systems are performing as expected. They may troubleshoot when issues arise and, under the supervision of the Chief Engineer, make repairs.

Mega Yacht Crew Roles - Chief Engineer Dionysios Kakolyris

Chief Engineer Dionysios Kakolyris

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An entrée being prepared by the yacht Chef

Interior Department Roles

Hotel Manager: as manager of the interior department, the Hotel Manager is responsible for training and overseeing the other interior crew members and is often the first point of contact for guests during voyages. An experienced Hotel Manager can anticipate guests’ needs to provide an unbeatable experience.

Chief Steward/Stewardess: in the absence of a Hotel Manager on smaller vessels, a Chief Steward/Stewardess will manage the interior department.

Yacht Chef: responsible for planning, preparing and delivering meals on board that are suitable for any dietary preferences or requirements and are in line with budgets. An experienced chef with seasonal knowledge and familiarity with cooking different cuisines can heighten the experience for guests on board, making each meal and event for all of the senses.

Head of Service: ensures that the highest level of service is provided across the functions of the vessel throughout the journey, to inject luxury into every detail. They will have impeccable organisation skills and a keen eye for detail. They can provide input on meal direction and service, accompanying drinks, and execute arrangements for onboard events and parties.

Head of Housekeeping: responsible for maintaining the highest standard for the interior, setting cleaning schedules, ensuring provisions are stocked and available to the Stewards/Stewardesses and completing all cleaning duties to ensure the vessel is a welcoming environment for guests throughout the voyage.

Steward/Stewardess: vital amongst mega yacht crew roles, responsible for providing luxury service to guests whilst maintaining the yacht’s interior cleanliness. They will tidy and clean the vessel, including laundry services, while also providing daily services to guests including drink preparations, turn-down services, preparing cabins, meal service and fulfilling any further general care requirements required by guests.

Specialist Crew: specialist mega yacht crew roles from spa managers and therapists, personal trainers, hairdressers and medical professionals can be hired in accordance with the guests’ needs.

Having an experienced crew will not only ensure your mega yacht is maintained in pristine condition and top performance, but filling these mega yacht crew roles with the correct members will transform your yacht into a home. Contact us or find out more about our crew recruitment services .

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Foners | 70.1 knots. Built in 2000 , Spain. Credit: Tommaso Spadolini. Clocking in at a thrilling 70.10 knots, the 41.5 metre Foners has raced to the top spot as the world's fastest superyacht. She's been difficult to catch up with, having maintained her position for over 20 years since her delivery in 2000.

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M/Y Azzam. 180 meters (590 feet) Around 30 knots. The "M/Y Azzam" stands as one of the largest and fastest yachts globally, with an estimated top speed of around 30 knots. Its staggering 180-meter length and mystique have captivated enthusiasts. Oceanco "Bravo Eugenia". 109 meters (358 feet) Around 17.5 knots.

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Yachts differ in speeds depending on the type of boat, with mega-yachts and ocean sport boats being the fastest (at over 30 MPH), cruisers, and deck boats falling second (at an average speed of 23 MPH), then pontoons, and sailboats averaging 10 MPH. Here's everything you should know about how fast yachts can go:

Heesen's latest delivery, the 197-foot Ultra G, is one of the Dutch yard's fastest projects these days, with a propulsion package totaling 22,000 horsepower, including four water jets that deliver a top speed of 37 knots (42.57 mph). Of course, 43 mph is a paltry number compared to many of the yachts on this list, including the new Bolide 80.

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A mega yacht, or a superyacht, is a large, luxury vessel with private crew, usually ranging from 24m (79ft) to more than 180m (590ft). These types of yachts usually include a plethora of water toys, can travel long distances, and are often chartered out to guests.

1. Foners - 70.1 knots. The Foners is currently the fastest super yacht in the world, with a 70.1 knots top speed, keeping the first spot since its delivery back in 2000. The power behind its top speed comes from two MAN engines and three Rolls Royce gas turbines, combining together to output a whooping 21,380 hp.

An F50 catamaran preparing for the Sail GP series recently even broke this barrier, reaching an incredible speed of 50.22 knots (57.8mph) purely powered by the wind. This was achieved in a wind of ...

The impressive length of a superyacht means that it is very difficult to achieve high speeds. However, there are several superyachts that can reach speeds of over 60 knots. M/Y FONERS is the fastest yacht in the world and she can achieve 70 knots for short periods of time. On average, the max speed of a superyacht is around 30 - 35 knots.

December 2, 2020. Superyachts are well known for their incredible luxury and grand sizes. However, that doesn't mean these large vessels can't be fast on the water too. The fastest superyachts in the world reach speeds of over 50 knots, with the fastest achieving speeds of 70 knots. Though significantly slower, the longest superyacht in the ...

How fast do yachts go? The speed of a yacht can vary depending on its type. Pontoons are the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 30 mph. Cruisers and deck boats have an average speed of 23 mph, while sailboats typically have an average speed of 10 mph.

Beam: 20.8m. Draft: 4.3m. Crew: 80. Propulsion: 2 x 9000 KW MTU Diesel engines + Two Gas turbines. Total power = 97,000hp. Fuel consumption (top speed): 13 tonnes = 15,294 litres per hour. Azzam was not built to be the World's fastest yacht, or indeed the world's largest yacht either. She was originally designed to be 145m but in the ...

Sail through the sea of choices when buying a mega yacht with our expert guidance to make the process manageable and clear. We'll help you pinpoint the perfect yacht that reflects your style, needs, and budget. Learn how to assess the full spectrum of options, from size and layout to custom features, ensuring your selection is as practical as it is luxurious. With our insights into the ...

Mega yachts are generally defined as yachts greater than 100 feet or longer, all the way up to the current largest yacht in the world — AZZAM, which is 180.6 meters long (594 feet). Tell me ...

Top Speed: 70.1 knots. Built in 2000 by Allisteros Bazan yard in Spain, Foners is currently the fastest yacht in the world. Topping out with a max speed of 70.1 knots, Foners is propelled by two 1,280hp MAN engines and three Rolls Royce 6,700hp gas turbines driving three Kamewa water jets. Foners is also the royal yacht for King Juan Carlos of ...

Entering the realm of mega yachts requires careful consideration and knowledge. Our guide delves into the essentials of purchasing these luxurious vessels, catering to those who aspire to own the ultimate symbol of opulence on the water. Learn about the critical steps in the buying process, from initial research and budgeting to understanding the specific needs that mega yachts fulfill.

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There are many mega yacht crew roles - each responsible for safety, important duties and caring for guests - so having the right members in place is vital for plain sailing. To help understand your requirements, we explain mega yacht crew roles and the benefits they can provide. Captain David Butler. Former Chief Officer George Papafaklis.

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