Friends Stars Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow on an endless trip along the Hawaiian coast. Revealing a “promise” the trio makes that they always have a travel date together, at least once a year

The ultimate girl gang is back together — not on a soundstage, but cruising the breathtaking Hawaiian coastline. Friends stars Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, and Lisa Kudrow were recently spotted soaking up the sun aboard a luxury yacht, continuing a decades-long friendship that fans can’t get enough of.

An Annual Tradition Born Out of Friendship

In a candid moment shared on Courteney Cox’s Instagram, the trio posed laughing on paddleboards, with the caption:

“Our annual escape… the promise still stands. 🌊☀️❤️”

Fans flooded the comments with heart emojis, praise, and nostalgia.

What’s this “promise” they’re referring to? According to sources close to the stars — and confirmed in a recent interview with Vanity Fair — the three actresses made a pact after the Friends reunion special in 2021: No matter how busy life gets, they will travel together at least once a year.

“Life gets wild. Jobs, families, projects… but one thing we won’t let go of is us,” Jennifer Aniston revealed. “We made this promise after the reunion. We realized how easy it was to lose touch when you’re not intentional about staying connected.”

Endless Laughter on the Hawaiian Coast

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Eyewitnesses reported seeing the trio paddleboarding, snorkeling, and sipping tropical drinks as they cruised along the Na Pali Coast.

“It’s like watching real-life Friends episodes,” a local tour guide joked. “They were constantly laughing, playfully teasing each other, and finishing each other’s sentences.”

Courteney, ever the organized Monica-type, reportedly coordinated the logistics, booking the yacht and curating a private chef experience. Lisa brought her signature dry humor to every situation, while Jen was often spotted meditating on the beach at sunrise — a ritual she’s spoken about in various wellness interviews.

More Than a Vacation — A Lifeline

While the trip was full of laughter and luxury, the actresses have been open about how their bond goes far beyond red carpets and fame.

“We’ve been through marriages, divorces, kids, heartbreaks, career highs and lows — everything,” Lisa Kudrow said during an interview last year. “This isn’t just a friendship; it’s family.”

A source close to the trio added:

“This trip isn’t just a vacation for them. It’s a reset. It’s a sacred time they guard fiercely. They’ve even turned down projects to make sure it happens.”

Fans React: “True Friendship Goals”

Social media erupted as photos of the Hawaiian getaway surfaced.

“If my friends and I aren’t doing this in 30 years, I don’t want it,” one Twitter user posted.

“This is what female friendship is all about. Growing, evolving, and making time for each other,” another commented.

Future Plans: The Promise Lives On

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In an offhand remark to paparazzi while boarding their yacht, Jennifer was heard saying:

“We’ve already picked next year’s destination. Can’t say yet — it’s a surprise!”

While they kept next year’s location a secret, insiders say the trio is considering the Amalfi Coast or a wellness retreat in Costa Rica.

“As long as we’re together, the where doesn’t matter,” Courteney told Vogue in a brief phone interview from the trip. “It’s about making time. That’s the real luxury.”

A Legacy Beyond Friends

Though Friends ended over 20 years ago, the bond these three share remains stronger than ever — a testament to friendship that transcends time, fame, and life’s unpredictable twists.

In a world where schedules get chaotic and relationships can fade, Cox, Aniston, and Kudrow are living proof that with intention — and a promise — lifelong friendships really do exist.

As Lisa Kudrow cheekily posted on her Instagram story, panning across the endless ocean horizon: