Croatia

The extremely wealthy actor, Tom Cruise, does things differently, even when it comes to vacations. Hyperactive and always juggling multiple projects, the famous actor is never in one place for long. Since he loves to travel from place to place, sailing on a magnificent yacht suits him perfectly, but not just any yacht. He charters the Triple Seven, a $45 million yacht to sail in Europe on the Mediterranean or nearby, in Croatia.

 Louise Bourbonnais

When asked where he'll go for his next vacation, Tom Cruise usually replies that he doesn't take any because he doesn't have the time. Despite being 62, the actor remains a tireless worker, juggling numerous projects. Proof of this lies in his 65 film credits, in addition to performing his own stunts without using a stunt double. So, when it comes time to take a break, the action star, the hero of Mission: Impossible , isn't the type to lounge on a beach for days.

Even during his vacations, he's busy scouting locations for upcoming films, as he's also a producer and director, and choosing the perfect filming location for his next stunt. In fact, Mission: Impossible uses the entire world as its filming location. Whether he's hanging from the Eiffel Tower, on a bridge in Venice, or on his motorcycle launching himself into the void from Norway's Helsetkopen mountain before opening his parachute, nothing is impossible for Tom Cruise and captivating moviegoers.

"I travel for my work and I love my job, I could work every day of my life," he said in an interview.

When he's not at one of his residences—including his main residence in Beverly Hills, California; his penthouse in Clearwater, Florida; his ranch in Colorado; or his country house in England—he's working. Getting from one residence to another is easy, since with his private pilot's license, he can use one of his five aircraft, including his private jet, a Gulfstream.

For Tom Cruise, the idea of ​​traveling is associated with the adventure of discovering a new place.

“I am very active during my holidays. I run, I swim, I go paragliding among other things…”, he confided, adding that he also likes to go to museums or meet people and discover a part of their lives.

"I also love life on a boat."

Among his favorite destinations are several in the Mediterranean, including the Spanish islands of Majorca and Ibiza in the Balearic archipelago. While at the Cannes Film Festival, he confided to a French media outlet that he loves Paris as much as the French Riviera. But to be perfectly honest, the actor, worth $600 million, also loves Australia, the Maldives, and the Seychelles. The Swiss Alps, the Rocky Mountains, and Japan, including Mount Fuji, are also among his favorite destinations, as are India with its Taj Mahal and Rajasthan in the Himalayas. But one of his absolute favorites has been Croatia.

"Especially Hvar. It's beautiful! It's an enchanting holiday destination with beautiful ocean views. Dubrovnik is also magnificent!" exclaimed the actor, who has returned there more than once.

Explore Croatia

Increasingly popular with the international tourist class, Croatia in the Adriatic Sea, which considers itself the arm of the Mediterranean, has everything to seduce.

Located opposite Italy and northern Greece, some would say the destination resembles Greece, which is true in some places, while others would say it resembles the Algarve in Portugal, which is also true. One thing is certain: its picture-postcard colors are sure to make you dream.

Although its rather busy capital Zagreb is the starting point, it is preferable to escape to the surrounding islands of the archipelago which has nearly 700 islands and nearly 400 islets, of which only about sixty are inhabited.

In recent years, hotels, villas, restaurants and bars have been built to satisfy a growing clientele.

Hvar, the secret island of the stars

Having recently become a haven for celebrities, the island of Hvar resembles a true paradise on earth for anyone who loves breathtaking scenery. Here, the Adriatic Sea displays its blues, from turquoise to indigo, where the coastline is sculpted like a hand-carved profile. Its beach has been voted one of the ten most beautiful beaches in the world by Condé Nast Traveller magazine . From Hvar, boats take tourists to secluded beaches and spectacular sea caves.

As for the city of Dubrovnik, people mainly go there for its historical sites and lively atmosphere. Its promenade and rugged coastline are breathtaking.

Tourists prefer to enjoy Croatia from May to October.

The Triple Seven

While Tom Cruise has owned some superb yachts and magnificent sailboats in the past, these days he prefers to have nothing to worry about and rents a boat for his vacations. His choice is the Triple Seven , a superyacht worth US$45 million (over CA$61 million) with six VIP suites, plus a jacuzzi and a cinema in the luxurious sky lounge should he feel like watching Top Gun . In short, 18 crew members are on board to cater to the star's every need.

Considering that his films bring in several billion dollars worldwide, it's probably not a crazy expense.

And why the Triple Seven? Perhaps for its impressive water slide allowing him to plunge into the sea, the jet skis, inflatable kayaks, paddleboards, water skis, climbing wall, and diving equipment—all part of the imaginable array of water sports gear. After all, we're talking about Tom Cruise. But we bet he also chose the Triple Seven for its undeniable elegance and sophistication.

With a length of 68 meters and a width of 12,6 meters, a cruising speed of 15,0 knots and a range of 4,500 nautical miles, the German-built superyacht has plenty to impress.

by Tom Cruise

His cinematic successes

– Tom Cruise has been nominated 57 times, has received 18 awards including three Golden Globes and an honorary Palme d'Or.

– Among his successes are Cocktail, Rain Man , Born on the Fourth of July , Days of Thunder , A Few Good Men , The Firm , The Color of Money, Interview with the Vampire, Jerry Maguire, Vanilla in the Sky, Eyes Wide Shut, and of course Top Gun and Top Gun: Maverick. Added to this is the hit film series Mission: Impossible.

– According to Forbes magazine , Tom Cruise is one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood.