Add these destinations to your vacation bucket list

Add these destinations to your vacation bucket list. Make way for an impressive year of exploring with Wilbert’s monthly guide on the best destinations to journey to and their ideal timeframes.

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January in California, United States

Joyful birthday wishes to the most joyful location on the planet! In January 2023, Disneyland will celebrate its centennial anniversary with a grand event called “100 Years of Wonder”. This festivity will feature exciting additions such as an animated night-time extravaganza known as Wondrous Journeys. Sleeping Beauty Castle would be embellished in platinum and sprinkle pixie dust for all visitors to enjoy. Additionally, there’ll be a novel ride titled Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway that is bound to thrill everyone who experiences it.

February in Madarao, Japan

While Hokkaido attracts large crowds during ski season, Nagano offers its own delightful atmosphere and is just a quick two-hour bullet train ride from Japan’s capital. The Snowball Chalet presents an ideal location being only 120 meters away from the brilliant slopes of Madarao Mountain along with exceptional dining experiences. Additionally, they frequently organize trips to witness the mischievous snow monkeys sporting pink faces in their natural habitat nearby.

March in Dubai, UAE

The opening of Atlantis, The Palm in 2008 caused a global stir with its remarkable underwater suites and enormous waterpark. Now, the hotel group is elevating opulence levels even further with their latest venture: Atlantis The Royal. This upscale property is aimed at adults rather than families and boasts an impressive collection of 17 restaurants featuring world-renowned chefs such as Heston Blumenthal’s Dinner and Nobu; lavish lounges for restful evenings or lively parties plus spacious suites offering stunning panoramic views across the Arabian Gulf.

In April, Amsterdam in The Netherlands

While Japan’s cherry blossoms are often the center of attention, don’t overlook the Netherlands and their bright and joyful tulips. With as many as seven million flowers blooming in April and May throughout the city, it’s worth a visit. Make your stay at Pillows Maurits at Parkhotel on Oosterpark since you’ll be right alongside all those beautiful blooms.

May in London, UK

On May 6, London will be the ultimate destination as King Charles III ascends to the throne of both United Kingdom and Commonwealth. It’s a perfect moment for enjoying coronation chicken sandwiches! For sandwich enthusiasts, The Bloomsbury Hotel and The Wolseley offer exquisite options in their luxurious afternoon teas; although stocked refrigerators at Waitrose do just fine too.

June in Victoria’s Gippsland region

Usually associated with Japan or Iceland, hot-spring wellness resorts are now emerging in Australia. The newMetung Hot Springsresort located in Gippsland is an ideal place to relax amidst the geothermal waters during chilly winter days. Visitors can choose to stay on-site at one of the safari-style tents offering private bathing barrels – a unique and refreshing twist on popular outdoor baths.

In July, Mozambique in Africa

Conservationists have recently observed an increase in the number of dugongs, indicating their population is recuperating after being hunted for meat in Mozambique. July presents a perfect opportunity to visit as it coincides with whale shark and humpback season even if you don’t encounter any dugongs. Odyssea Dive, a PADI dive center situated within Bazaruto Archipelago National Park offers remarkable diving expeditions that guarantee spotting these magnificent creatures submerged underwater.

August in the Arctic

Hurtigruten is embarking on a unique 25-day Northwest Passage expedition, tracing the footsteps of great explorers. Departing from Nome in Alaska and making its way through the Bering Strait, passengers will traverse across Canada’s Arctic region all along to reach Greenland aboard MS Roald Amundsen – an eco-friendly battery-hybrid powered vessel. Commencing August 18th, guests can engage with Inuit communities while cherishing ideal opportunities for observing whales, narwhals and polar bears during their voyage.

In September, Syros is the place to be in Greece

A valuable piece of advice: avoid visiting the Greek islands in August as beaches will be flooded with tourists from all over the northern hemisphere. For a better experience, plan your trip for September when temperatures are still warm but crowds have thinned out. If you really want to escape the masses, consider exploring less popular destinations like Syros that attract more locals than tourists. Make sure to indulge in some fresh mussels and a glass of Assyrtiko at Allou Yialou restaurant on Kini Beach for an authentic taste of Greece.

In October, Utah in the United States

On October 14 at precisely 11:23am, Scenic Byway 12 in Utah is the ideal spot to witness a rare natural phenomenon as the moon passes over and casts an eerie but brief darkness. The “ring of fire” will be visible around the edges of the sun during this occurrence. Afterward, visitors can explore equally awe-inspiring sights such as Bryce Canyon’s remarkable geological features like red-rock pinnacles (known as hoodoos) and amphitheatres

November in Gujarat, India

Aside from watching thrilling cricket matches during your stay here, you can also explore this enchanting and historically rich city which offers numerous attractions such as old town monuments,majestic mosques & temples,and colorful Manek Chowk markets.

December in Europe

The Art Deco Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, a luxurious train service, will be providing its first-ever Christmas rail journeys in 2022 with the snow-covered backdrop. The 2023 program will offer enchanting itineraries to charming European cities like Vienna, known for its frosty Christmas villages; Paris, where you can enjoy roasted chestnuts and mulled wine at festive markets; and historic Venice, which, although typically tranquil, becomes a dazzling spectacle with festive decorations.

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