Sydney is the capital of the state of New South Wales and is the largest city in Australia. The city is one of the most important tourism destinations in Australia, with iconic sights such as Sydney harbour and Opera House. Sydney is also home to the world-famous Bondi beach. Sydney also has an extensive arts and cultural scene with numerous galleries such as the Art Gallery of NSW offering impressive artistic displays. Sydney also has an extensive public transport system, ensuring that accessibilty will not be an issue for visitors to the city.

Nouméa is the capital of the French overseas territory New Caledonia and most rapidly growing city in the South Pacific. The capital is abundant with stunning white sandy beaches dotted with many different water spots activities so you'll always find a way to have fun in the sun. The city's features include a beautiful cathedral, the University of New Caledonia, the Bibliothèque Bernheim (Bernheim Library) and the lighthouse Phare Amédée. Some of the most popular spots on the island are Alma Street, the Promenade and Sebastopol

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

Port Vila is the largest city, busiest harbour and capital of Vanuatu. The crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches and dense forests will leave you in awe of this natural beauty. Port Vila boasts a wide range of impressive monuments and buildings to truely put it's culture on display to make sure your visit is as colorful as possible, leaving you only wanting more time in Port Vila.

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.

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.

Savusavu is a town on the northern island of Vanua Levu and is one Fiji’s best kept secrets. Many tourists don’t take the opportunity to go Fiji’s “other big island” but they don’t know what they’re missing. The area is well known for its hot springs and this is it’s biggest attraction for visitors and locals alike. There are also great some of the best diving spots in Fiji such as the Namena Marine Reserve (according to many Fiji’s best). Of course there are beautiful, secluded beaches for anyone who wants to spend their time off the ship relaxing. The best thing about beaches in Savusavu is that they are generally less crowded and more private than others your find in Fiji.

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.