On board with social media influencer Serena Spinucci

Music lovers should pay a visit to the exquisite Palau de la Musica concert hall. This architectural gem features magnificent marble staircases, detailed mosaics, and stain glass windows set in arches, showcasing everything from traditional Spanish guitar and flamenco performances to string quartets and world-renowned pianists.

The Mandarin Oriental

• Newport is as much a tourist town as it is a seafarer city
• The park is on the waterfront, which means boats can anchor out
• The most famous harbor on Narragansett Bay is the one Newport

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to hotel options in this city. Whether you want something closer to the port so you’re not too far from your superyacht, or something further in land, closer to the city’s amenities, we’ve rounded up our favourites that cater to both.

The news comes after Barcelona was named as the host of America’s Cup in March. The city was chosen for a variety of reasons, including its racing facilities, technical infrastructure and large on-shore area for hosting spectators, hospitality and media.

Getting There

By boat: Barcelona’s OneOcean Port Vell, which can host superyachts up to 190 metres, is just a stone’s throw away from the city center.
By air: Fly into Barcelona Airport and a 20-minute transfer will land you in the heart of the city. There’s also nearby Girona airport northeast of Barcelona which is about an hour’s drive away.

This year will be the first time the event has been held in Barcelona, making the city the first venue to host both an Olympic Games and an America’s Cup. The 2024 event will also be the first edition to include a specific Women’s America’s Cup regatta.