Papeete is located on Tahiti, the largest in a chain of islands that make up French Polynesia. Papeete is the capital city of Tahiti and is the ideal location to explore the best of Tahiti's natural beauty. The downtown market in Papeete, Le Marché, is a perfect example of the vibrant and multicultural atmosphere in the city. The lush landscapes of Tahiti are waiting to be explored and the abundance of shady hiking trails, pleasant beaches and calm waters are sure to impress all visitors. You can also embrace the ocean with activities like snorkeling, jet skiing and surfing.

The island of Raiatea is situated in the Southern Pacific and politically belongs to French Polynesia. Raiatea is located about 220 km North-West of Tahiti and is the sister island of Taha'a. There are many legends surrounding Raiatea and it's connections to the origins of Polynesia. One of the most popular attractions of Raiatea is the place of worship Taputapuatea. The nearby lagoon provides the perfect opportunity for snorkelling, swiiming and other watersports.

The International Date Line is an imaginary line in the Pacific Ocean, which marks the changing between two calendar days.

Suva is the capital city of Fiji and is the perfect combination of modern city living, along with the quaintness and natural beauty of the South Pacific. Suva boasts diverse cultural activities, colonial era buildings and a vibrant nightlife. The natural beauty of Suva is evident in parks like Colo-I-Suva, where vistors will find a vast National Park with waterfalls, clear rivers and stunning landscapes. Orchid Island is also a great way to find out more about the Polynesian way of life. The city's blend of modern city living in a lush green enviornment is an ideal way to experience the South Pacific.

Dravuni is an island which belongs to the Kadavu Group situated in Fiji. Dravuni is a volcanic island and is populated by less than 200 people. The island only measures a mere 2 kilometres long and 0.5 kilometres wide. Dravuni offers a unique opportunity for visitors to witness an almost timeless island. It is a very common occurrence for local Fijians to come down and greet arriving cruise ships. The South Pacific island is also surrounded by the Great Astrolobe Reef which offers beautiful clear waters and is aquarium-like in the variety of sealife it holds.

The 1,500-square-foot island was discovered in 1606 by the Portuguese navigator Pedro Fernández de Quirós. It is the southernmost island of the island nation of Vanuatu. The official name of the island is actually Inyeug, but to all the budding adventurers it's known as Mystery Island. The Mystery Island's coastline is dominated by crystal clear waters and white sand beaches. Numerous water sports facilities and beautiful natural scenery make the stay at Mystery Island a special experience. You can meet and mingle with the locals who flock from the surrounding islands to sell trinkets and goods at little stalls.

With an area of 1,200 square km, Lifou is the largest atoll in the Loyalty Islands and belongs to New Caledonia. Pristine, white sand beaches, dense tropical forestation, villages steeped in local culture and incredible volcanic cliffs are what make this island so beautiful and somewhere cruises can't wait to return to. Dip you toes in at Jinek bay where you can swim among coral bursting with colour. Visit the Chief's hut for a delicious meal cooked by locals