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Sunday, February 20, 2022 |
Sydney, Australia |
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6:00 PM |
Getting around Sydney is easy and accessible. You can jump on a train from Sydney airport to Circular Quay in approx.18 minutes, ride the hop on hop off bus around the city that offers multiple stops including Sydney Tower, Botanic Gardens, Australian Powerhouse and Maritime Museums, Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge or the Bondi bus. If travelling on the water is more your style, catch a ferry to visit Sydney’s amusement park, Luna Park, visit the buzzing Manly Beach wharf which is linked to the Corso mall or cruise west of the city to join a Haunted History, Crooked Character or Convict Precinct tour at UNESCO’s World Heritage Site, Cockatoo Island. The best times to visit Sydney are September through November and from March to May as they offer the most comfortable temperatures, around mid 20°C. Read more about Sydney, Australia
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Monday, February 21, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Tuesday, February 22, 2022 |
Tangalooma, Australia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Originally a whaling station, Tangalooma is a resort township on the west side of Moreton Island, just a 70 minute catamaran trip from Brisbane, in Queensland, Australia. Cruise ships from Sydney anchor offshore for a day on the island. Moreton is home to Queensland's oldest operating lighthouse located at Cape Moreton on the northern tip of the island. The star attraction at the resort is undoubtedly the unique experience of hand-feeding a pod of the amazing wild bottlenose dolphins. Read more about Tangalooma, Australia
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Wednesday, February 23, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Thursday, February 24, 2022 |
Airlie Beach, Australia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Whether you’re Stand Up Paddle Boarding to take in a different view of Airlie Beach or visiting the must-see Whitehaven Beach full of white sand and crystal-clear water, Airlie Beach experiences temperatures of 23 – 30 degrees all year round. June through August is the best time of year for spotting humpback whales up close as they migrate through the Whitsundays. Read more about Airlie Beach, Australia
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Friday, February 25, 2022 |
Townsville, Australia |
8:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
Townsville is a city on the NE coast of Queensland, Australia. Adjacent to the central section of the Great Barrier Reef, the city has direct access to the beach. It lies in the dry tropics region, with old gold mining towns, rainforest waterfalls and a relaxed Queensland ambience that add up to 'life in Townsville'. A couple of notable 'must-dos' include viewing the city and Magnetic Island from Castle Hill that overlooks the CBD. Read more about Townsville, Australia
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Saturday, February 26, 2022 |
Cairns, Australia |
8:00 AM |
12:00 AM |
Whether you're snorkeling or diving on the Great Barrier Reef or exploring the luscious Daintree Rainforest, Cairns is a great base for you to start your tropical north Queensland adventure. The Cairns esplanade is the main hub with a host of lovely cafes and restaurants, waterfront boardwalks and also a swimming lagoon. A perfect meeting spot if you're catching up with family or friends. Head out on a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef which departs from Cairns. Read more about Cairns, Australia
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Sunday, February 27, 2022 |
Cairns, Australia |
12:00 AM |
11:00 PM |
Whether you're snorkeling or diving on the Great Barrier Reef or exploring the luscious Daintree Rainforest, Cairns is a great base for you to start your tropical north Queensland adventure. The Cairns esplanade is the main hub with a host of lovely cafes and restaurants, waterfront boardwalks and also a swimming lagoon. A perfect meeting spot if you're catching up with family or friends. Head out on a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef which departs from Cairns. Read more about Cairns, Australia
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Monday, February 28, 2022 |
Cooktown, Australia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Cooktown, Australia's first European settlement, was charted and settled by Captain Cook and his crew in 1770. It is a small frontier town located on the Endeavour River (named after Captain Cook's ship) in far north tropical Queensland. A century later thousands, including many Chinese, came to Cooktown, the port for the Palmer River gold rush, leaving a fascinating history that can be explored at the James Cook Historical Museum. A visit to Grassy Hill Lookout is a 'must-see' as one can experience 360 degree views of the appealing tropical countryside and pristine beaches. Read more about Cooktown, Australia
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Tuesday, March 1, 2022 |
Cruising Great Barri |
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Wednesday, March 2, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Thursday, March 3, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Friday, March 4, 2022 |
Darwin, Australia |
8:00 AM |
12:00 AM |
The new Darwin cruise ship terminal at Fort Hill Wharf is adjacent to the convention centre, only one kilometre from Darwin’s CBD. Modern amenities, hotels and parking are there, plus a mini-market with beautiful local productions – Aboriginal art and crafts, diamonds and opals, and eateries, distinctive of the Top End. Darwin is a home port for the small luxury vessels Coral Princess and Coral Discoverer that explore the Kimberley coast to Broome. A score of cruise ship lines include Darwin in their itineraries for Australia, Indonesia, South-East Asia and World Cruises. Read more about Darwin, Australia
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Saturday, March 5, 2022 |
Darwin, Australia |
12:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
The new Darwin cruise ship terminal at Fort Hill Wharf is adjacent to the convention centre, only one kilometre from Darwin’s CBD. Modern amenities, hotels and parking are there, plus a mini-market with beautiful local productions – Aboriginal art and crafts, diamonds and opals, and eateries, distinctive of the Top End. Darwin is a home port for the small luxury vessels Coral Princess and Coral Discoverer that explore the Kimberley coast to Broome. A score of cruise ship lines include Darwin in their itineraries for Australia, Indonesia, South-East Asia and World Cruises. Read more about Darwin, Australia
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Sunday, March 6, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Monday, March 7, 2022 |
Dili, Timor-Leste |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Dili is the capital, largest city, chief port and commercial centre of East Timor (Timor-Leste). It lies on the north coast of the island of Timur, the southern half of which is Indonesian territory. Darwin lies 715 km to the SE. The island was a Portuguese colony, and an Indonesian province from 1975 to 1999, a period marked by violence. Read more about Dili, Timor-Leste
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Tuesday, March 8, 2022 |
Kupang, Indonesia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Kupang is the capital of the Indonesian Province of Nusa Tenggara. It is the southernmost city of Indonesia, on the island of Timor, with a population of 350,000. (The NE half of the island is the independent country of Timor Leste.) During the 1600s the Dutch and Portuguese colonials vied for power and trade, dominated by the Dutch East India Company. The area was briefly ruled by the British in the 1800s, and the entire island became predominantly Christian. Read more about Kupang, Indonesia
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Wednesday, March 9, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Thursday, March 10, 2022 |
Bandanaira |
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Friday, March 11, 2022 |
Ambon Island, Indonesia |
8:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
Ambon is a tiny though mountainous, well-watered and fertile island in the middle of the Maluku islands in Indonesia. The favourite activity of visitors is diving, as Ambon is home to an underwater garden of very healthy coral growth, and resultant varied marine life that is easily accessible, and shows no indication of human interference. Discover centuries-old fortresses and the literature of local kingdoms that traces the story of the people, from periods of prosperity to escalating and controlled trades, harsh colonialism, a gruelling struggle, and finally, to independence. There are many guided walks to admire the attractive surroundings. Read more about Ambon Island, Indonesia
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Saturday, March 12, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Sunday, March 13, 2022 |
Ternate, Ternate |
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Monday, March 14, 2022 |
Bitung, Iran (Islamic Republic of) |
8:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
Bitung is a small city on the NE tip of the tropical Indonesian island of Sulawesi, geographically situated mid-way between the islands of New Guinea and Borneo. It is a deepwater port for the provincial capital Manado that lies 45 km to the west. This is one of the friendliest ports you may ever visit, where locals of all ages just make you feel welcome, despite the city’s lack of tourism infrastructure. On disembarking you’ll be included in song, dance and photographs wherever you go. Read more about Bitung, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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Tuesday, March 15, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Wednesday, March 16, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Thursday, March 17, 2022 |
Puerto Princesa, Philippines |
7:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Puerto Princesa City (pop. 255,000) is the westernmost city of the Philippines, situated on the island of Palawan. Spanish colonisers founded the city in 1872, and since then it has passed through administrations of the US and Japan. The port at Puerto Princesa is located approximately 1.5 km from the city centre. Read more about Puerto Princesa, Philippines
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Friday, March 18, 2022 |
Coron Island, Philippines |
9:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
Coron Island is one of the Calamian Group of Islands in northern Palawan, the Philippines. It lies 300 km SSW of the capital Manilla. Coron Island rises abruptly from the sea with steep limestone cliffs to 300 m or so, and landing sites are limited to a few beautiful small beaches and coves. The island is wedge-shaped 20 km by 9 km and lies just south of the much larger Busuanga Island, where there’s Coron Port and Town. Read more about Coron Island, Philippines
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Saturday, March 19, 2022 |
Manila, Philippines |
12:00 PM |
12:00 AM |
Manila, the capital of the Philippines and the most densely populated city in the world, is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay, on the western side of the island of Luzon. This metropolis has certainly come a long way from being a fortified settlement and renowned trading centre in the 13th century. The city attracts over one million visitors from all over the world annually. For those interested in history, Intramuros, which was a walled Spanish settlement, and the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial, which includes the graves of thousands of Americans who died there in WWII, are well worth visiting. Read more about Manila, Philippines
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Sunday, March 20, 2022 |
Manila, Philippines |
12:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
Manila, the capital of the Philippines and the most densely populated city in the world, is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay, on the western side of the island of Luzon. This metropolis has certainly come a long way from being a fortified settlement and renowned trading centre in the 13th century. The city attracts over one million visitors from all over the world annually. For those interested in history, Intramuros, which was a walled Spanish settlement, and the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial, which includes the graves of thousands of Americans who died there in WWII, are well worth visiting. Read more about Manila, Philippines
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Monday, March 21, 2022 |
At Sea |
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Tuesday, March 22, 2022 |
Kaohsuing, Taiwan, Province of China |
8:00 AM |
11:00 PM |
Kaohsiung is located in SW Taiwan facing the Taiwan Strait. It is home to a major port, is Taiwan's second largest city, and its largest industrial centre. Interestingly, ferries play a key role in everyday transportation. Of particular interest to visitors are the temples, such as the Tiger-dragon Temple in a park filled with a variety of pagodas and a pleasant lake, and the Official God of War Temple where you can see their belief system in progress. Read more about Kaohsuing, Taiwan, Province of China
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Wednesday, March 23, 2022 |
Magong |
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Thursday, March 24, 2022 |
Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China |
8:00 AM |
12:00 AM |
Taipei, located on the Danshui River, is the largest city and the capital of Taiwan, in the Republic of China. It lies 25 km SW of the Pacific Ocean port Keelung in northern Taiwan. Now a sprawling metropolis, for those who love the hustle and bustle of a big city, it truly is a great place to visit. It is renowned for its Shopping Malls, among the most popular being Core Pacific City. Read more about Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China
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Friday, March 25, 2022 |
Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China |
6:00 AM |
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Taipei, located on the Danshui River, is the largest city and the capital of Taiwan, in the Republic of China. It lies 25 km SW of the Pacific Ocean port Keelung in northern Taiwan. Now a sprawling metropolis, for those who love the hustle and bustle of a big city, it truly is a great place to visit. It is renowned for its Shopping Malls, among the most popular being Core Pacific City. Read more about Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China
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