10 Alternative Dream Destinations To Add To Your List For 2023

The world is filled with incredible destinations that will never run out of unique places to travel to at least once in a lifetime. However, travelers choose the most suitable alternatives that will let them enjoy breathtaking beaches and hot experiences at all-inclusive facilities. Happily, with hundreds of ships cruising every year, Dream Yacht Worldwide delivers the best sailing vacation and offers a bunch of possibilities to discover the world in full comfort.


Adventure lovers enjoy lush tropical islands, glorious mountain ranges, fairytale metropolises, charming dream towns, astonishing natural wonders, and breathtaking destinations at some of the most stunning spots on the planet. Here are 10 alternative dream destinations to add to someone’s list for 2023.

10 Bali, Indonesia

The lush tropical island of Bali is the most renowned that makes up Indonesia. Whether travelers seek white sandy beaches, sacred mountains, stunning waterfalls, green rice terraces, or gorgeous temples, Bali is the dream destination that has it all.

At Bali, people explore wonderful sights and experience thrilling activities. Some rent a scooter to get around the island but for those visiting for the first time, it’s better to hire a private driver that will show them around.

From Ubud, one of the best places to stay, wanderers can easily reach some of the finest attractions on the island such as Campuhan ridge walk, Tegallalang rice terraces, as well as beautiful waterfalls like Tegenungan or Kanto Lampo.

  • Things to do:
    Snorkel at Blue Lagoon Beach, Nusa Penida, visit waterfall Gorilla Cave, Tanah Lot, watch Uluwatu Sunset

9 Cinque Terre, Italy

People who treasure colorful small towns should visit Cinque Terre in Italy. Named the ‘Five Lands’, it constitutes five little villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore.

Located on the Italian Riviera coastline, these fishing villages are known for their colorful houses, fabulous vineyards, stunning harbors filled with fishing boats, and amazing restaurants serving tasty seafood.

People spend a few days in each village to properly discover them, but it is possible to see them all in one day.

  • Things to do:
    Assist to Cinque Terre pesto-making class, explore Porto Venere

8 Amsterdam, Netherlands

Referred to as the Venice of the North due to its hundreds of canals, Amsterdam features exceptional vibes and is one of the best destinations to visit in Europe.

Home to the famous Red-Light District and a variety of shops, adventurers enjoy every moment spent in this vibrant city. They visit great art museums like the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh Museum where they learn everything related to the life and mind of the artistic genius.

It is also recommended to visit the Anne Frank House as well. For the best scenic views, the A’DAM Tower offers Europe’s highest swing on the observation deck.

  • Things to do:
    Visit the Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank house, walk through Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter, take a trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken.

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7 Chiang Rai, Thailand

Chiang Rai is one of the best towns to visit in Thailand and a dream destination for people who love exploring gorgeous temples. Wat Rong Khun or the White Temple is the most recognized one, featuring a white and majestic structure representing the purity of Buddha. It is filled with Buddhist symbolism and its art exhibits.

People can also visit Wat Rong Suea Ten or the Blue Temple, showing deep blue colors mixed with shiny golden details, creating a unique atmosphere. The Huay Pla Kung Temple is also famous for its giant statue sitting on top of the hill which represents the goddess of Mercy.

  • Things to do:
    Tour Chiang Rai, Bangkok, go on Chiang Mai Doi SuthepSanctuary Natura Camp, visit Chiang Rai Elephant riding Golden Triangle

6 Singapore

Singapore is a walkable city and all the major sights are proximate to each other, making it easy to discover the best spots in just one day. Supertree Grove is the most attractive site in Singapore. Housing more than 158,000 plants, the Supertrees are made of concrete and steel, and work like a vertical garden.

Walking among them will make someone feel like they are in another world. They look fantastic in the daylight, and magical when the night falls. The trees are performing splendid music and light show which is an enchanted experience to witness.

Travelers can also watch the Spectra show in Singapore, which is a water show conducted by many dancing fountains and bright visual projections.

  • Things to do:
    Drop off at Tioman, Perhentian, and Redang islands, visit Aborigines, Kuala Lumpur, UNESCO Listed Malacca

5 Mostar, Bosnia-Herzegovina

Located in the Southern part of Bosnia-Herzegovina, Mostar is known for its iconic old Bridge or Stari Most. The bridge is not only gorgeous to look at but amazing for adrenaline lovers, who can jump off from it.

As Mostar can easily be explored in one day, many tourists visit it on a day trip from Dubrovnik or Split. However, it is worth spending at least one night in the city to experience its fascinating vibes and soak in its gorgeous views.

  • Things to do:
    Explore Zagreb city, Hvar, Dubrovnik, Plitvice Lakes National Park, and Mostar

4 Provence, France

Provence is one of the most dreamy destinations in the world. It features gorgeous lavender fields which are a real bucket list experience. The best time to see the lavenders is when they are in full bloom, from mid-June to mid-July. Although people can discover the fields anywhere in Provence, the most stunning ones are located around Valensole.

The nearest towns are Valensole and Riez but since they are small, it’s better to stay in one of the larger towns like Manosque where people will find plenty of hotels and restaurants to choose from. This way, people explore the area at their own pace and visit some of the most beautiful towns in France like Roussillon, Gordes, or Moustiers-Sainte-Marie.

For outdoor lovers, they can also visit Gorges du Verdon, rent a boat or a kayak, or just chill at the beach.

  • Things to do:
    Visit Luberon on tour from Avignon, and visit Valensole and Riez towns

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3 Sardinia, Italy

Located on Italy’s west coast, the island of Sardinia offers stunning sailing experiences in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Aboard Dream Yacht Worldwide ships, travelers cruise comfortably to the Maddalena Archipelago and the charming Costa Smeralda which are Sardinia’s most gorgeous sailing areas.

They can swim, snorkel and take in spectacular sunsets in the Maddalena Archipelago National Park and Marine Reserve, explore amazing beaches and picturesque coves, or enjoy shopping in Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo. With a wide selection of dining options, it is recommended to sample some of the freshest seafood found on the coast.

  • Things to do:
    Sail to Maddalena Archipelago and Corsica, explore Cagliari by bike or from Alghero to Cabras

2 New Caledonia, France

Home to the world’s largest lagoon, New Caledonia is a natural archipelago boasting a diverse range of coral and marine life, including whales, turtles, and tropical fish. Visitors travel through Dream Yacht Worldwide, the first company to offer sailing charters that operate in the most wonderful and stunning destinations.

Sea travelers start their journey from Nouméa, the sophisticated capital that feels like the French Riviera. The cosmopolitan city is home to plenty of bars, cafés, restaurants, and nightclubs, which serve wonderful French gourmet food and wine.

  • Things to do:
    Visit the bays of Kuto, Oro, Nanumera or Gadji

1 Seychelles, Africa

Seychelles, known as the ‘tropical paradise’, is one of the most attractive places on the planet. Featuring 41 of the earth’s ancient granite islands and charming reef islands, it boasts spectacular landscapes, peaceful islands, and plenty of swimming options in the reefs.

Thanks to the first yacht charters in Seychelles, travelers can go on a lovely journey aboard Dream Yacht Worldwide to one of the most gorgeous islands in the region, the Union Estate at the southern end of La Digue.

Seychelles is ideal for adventure lovers since it offers a glorious climate and gorgeous views. People relish the perfumed vanilla plantations and the treelike corals on Coco Island, or at St. Pierre islet where solid granite rocks blend with lush tropical vegetation.

  • Things to do: Relax at Anse Lazio beach, St. Anne Island, Curieuse, and Moyenne islands

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