The Great Barrier Reef

Australia

Could there be a bigger-time, marine-appropriate UNESCO World Heritage Site than the only living thing on the planet that’s visible from space? Inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1981 and encompassing over 348,000 square kilometers, the world’s largest coral reef system is home to more than 1,500 different species of fish, 400 species of coral, six of the seven species of marine turtles, and much more. Even more so than UNESCO sites in general, the Great Barrier Reef is under very strict protection so that future generations can continue to enjoy the habitat. Moor your yacht and rely on Northrop & Johnson to arrange an approved guide to make the most low-impact explorations you can.

Where to berth

Hamilton Island Marina is located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef and is the area’s most iconic facility offering a full spectrum of modern amenities and services.

20.21° S, 148.57° E

Overnight luxury

The exquisite qualia® resort, very near the marina, offers two styles of gorgeous minimalist pavilion accommodations, making for a memorable Australian island getaway. qualia.com.au

Town of St. George

Bermuda

The island of Bermuda is such a popular and easily accessible destination that many completely forget about its historical significance. Officially chartered in 1612, Bermuda’s oldest town, St. George's, is, in fact, the oldest continuously populated European settlement in North America (Jamestown, Virginia, was abandoned in 1610 before being re-established after St. George’s was formed). And, even in peak tourist season, the charm and appeal of this UNESCO World Heritage Site is simply undeniable, and a must-visit (especially a stop at local hero chef Art Mel’s Spicy Dicy for an old-school fish sandwich that you will never forget). Enjoyment of Bermuda’s mainland may be a traditional “breeze,” if you will, that could include some of the world’s best golf, but given the favorable waters and fishing grounds surrounding the island, getting off-island is what Bermuda is really all about, making it a perfect destination for yachters of every stripe.

Where to berth

As Bermuda’s first and only full-service hotel marina, the facilities at the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club offer the top-notch amenities and service you would expect from such a historical nautical destination as the busy port of Hamilton (including the very hip 1609 Bar & Restaurant).

32.1723° N, 64.47353° W

Overnight luxury

Check into the glorious Fairmont Hamilton Princess for some decidedly chic and classic Bermuda knee-socks-sans-irony style and sophistication. thehamiltonprincess.com