Top 10 holiday destinations for 2023

Auckland, New Zealand

It's always happening in New Zealand. After a hiatus of over ten years, the popular Festival of Lights returns in February 2023 to celebrate the Chinese New Year, and in March, after two years, the largest Pacific island cultural festival in the world will return.

As noted by Condé Nast, many cultural and sporting events are a good reason to fly to Auckland, and improved air connections and new hotel accommodations are also a big plus.

British Columbia, Canada

The province of British Columbia is known for its unspoiled natural beauty, from the Rocky Mountains to the storm-ravaged islands of Haida Gwaii. Travel experiences in this area are thus directly connected to the natives, giving travelers an insight into their strong connection with Mother Earth.

The new indigenous experiences and related accommodations are a good reason to fly to Canada in 2023.

California coast, USA

California's coast is a mix of laid-back coastal towns, redwood forests dotted with trails, and vineyards producing outstanding Syrah, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.

It is the wine experiences associated with this area that will attract new tourists in 2023, thirsty for great drops of wine. Wine tourism on the California coast is booming, as the offer has been upgraded with tasting rooms and restaurants.

Cairo, Egypt

After a decade of upheaval fueled by the Arab Spring, Egypt's tourism is booming again. This year marks one hundred years since the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb, and in November, Egypt hosted the United Nations climate summit, COP 27. The year 2023 brings a series of innovations and high-profile projects to Egypt.

From the long-awaited Great Egyptian Museum in Giza, which will finally open its doors, to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Cairo, which has regained its possession of a huge collection of royal mummies (it was housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a long time).

Galilee, Israel

For decades, food and wine lovers from Tel Aviv have been driving north to Israel's Galilee region, where the landscape spreads out into lush green hills and valleys. This fertile corner, full of fruit orchards, organic dairies and family wineries, has been given the title of Israel's Tuscany due to its character.

A host of new boutique hotels have opened here in the past year, including Pereh Mountain Resort, perched atop a hill surrounded by olive groves and orchards; and Galei Kinneret, reborn with a kitchen led by celebrity chef Assaf Granit.

Nairobi, Kenya

Kenya has long been an attractive destination for safari lovers, but there is much more to offer beyond the Masai Mara. For so long, Nairobi was only a springboard for exploring the country, but lately it has been trying to keep tourists as long as possible in its accommodation with a wide range of offers.

In addition to the fact that Nairobi is worth a stop because of its rich culinary and hotel offer, which recently works closely with the local population, it is also a good starting point for visiting the islands along the Kenyan coast.

Loire Valley, France

The Loire Valley has always relied on an abundance of royal castles and lush landscapes to attract travelers. Only recently, however, thanks to the initiative of hoteliers, creatives and chefs, has the region gone beyond its picturesque historical wonders and established new reasons to visit. Now it attracts culinary addicts from all over the world.

The region has been upped the ante by Fleur de Loire, chef Christophe Hay's double Michelin-starred hotel in Blois, which opened last July. Hay renovated a former hospice from the 17th century to house two restaurants, a patisserie, the Sisley spa, a luxury hotel and a large garden, the delights of which he presents in his culinary creations.

Marrakesh, Morocco

Marrakech has a dizzying energy that pulls you in, spins you around and leaves you wanting more. The city on the northern side of the Atlas Mountains never sleeps, but keeps a lively time even when night falls.

The lively medina, which lights up and is filled with storytellers, and the rich offer of souvenirs and local products only add to the atmosphere. In the Agafay Desert, a 45-minute drive from the city center, Habitas opened Caravan Agafay, inspired by the Burning Man festival.

Melides, Portugal

In 2023, Melides is expected to become the most recognizable Portuguese beach. Its alluring landscape of white sandy beaches, pine forests and rice paddies will soon become home to new properties, including Christian Louboutin's much-anticipated Vermelho.

The designer discovered the charm of Melides early on, having frequented it for over a decade, and his boutique accommodation will celebrate Portuguese art and design tradition.

Mustang, Nepal

For decades, Nepal has been a popular destination in the Himalayas for travelers and trekkers drawn to its deep-rooted spirituality, endless supply of adventure, and those sky-high peaks. So far, there have been few luxury accommodations in Nepal, and by 2023, many more will sprout. This will also expand the offer.

Mountain Lodges of Nepal, which offers accommodation for those looking for a little more luxury, will present a range of activities, from champagne breakfasts overlooking Mount Everest, to new luxury glass-enclosed lodges in the embrace of the Himalayas.