Sydney is Australia's showpiece city: a sparkling harbour, iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge, golden beaches, world-class food, Indigenous culture, and lively beach life. Enjoy harbour views by boat, climb the Harbour Bridge, relax at Bondi Beach, surf, swim in ocean pools, or walk Bondi to Coogee. Beyond the city, fly to the Blue Mountains for the Three Sisters, or visit wildlife sanctuaries for kangaroos and koalas.

Mooloolaba, 97 km from Brisbane on the Sunshine Coast, has grown from a fishing village into a top Queensland holiday resort. Its beaches are among the world's best, with great surfing for beginners and experts and a March surf festival. Beyond the sand, it offers shopping, local art, famous Mooloolaba prawns, boat cruises, whale/dolphin/turtle spotting, and seaplane tours.

Airlie Beach is the gateway to the Whitsundays: powdery beaches, turquoise water, rainforest, and a lively town of cafes and bars. Swim at Airlie Beach Lagoon, dine with views over Pioneer Bay and its 74 islands, and watch for humpback and pilot whales in the warm sheltered waters. Explore Conway National Park's graded rainforest walks, snorkel vibrant marine life, or take a seaplane to see the islands from above and picnic on Whitehaven Beach.

Cairns is a tropical gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, surrounded by rainforest, beaches, and rich marine life. Explore the reef by glass-bottom boat, snorkelling, or scuba diving, and visit Kuranda's scenic railway and rainforest markets. Learn about North Queensland Indigenous culture, then unwind with coffee, oysters, or local white wine.

Cairns is a tropical gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, surrounded by rainforest, beaches, and rich marine life. Explore the reef by glass-bottom boat, snorkelling, or scuba diving, and visit Kuranda's scenic railway and rainforest markets. Learn about North Queensland Indigenous culture, then unwind with coffee, oysters, or local white wine.

Darwin, Australia's tropical north capital, is a uniquely isolated outpost near the equator, about 2,000 miles from Sydney and Melbourne. Named for Charles Darwin, it's known for nearby islands, Pacific flavours, and access to the Top End. Explore crocodile-filled waterways and Kakadu by airboat, relax in George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens or on Mindil Beach, and browse the sunset market for food and crafts. Its resilience is shaped by WWII bombing in 1942 and Cyclone Tracy in 1973.

Komodo, a volcanic island 320 miles east of Bali, is 25 miles long and 12 wide, with hills rising to 2,410 feet. About 2,000 people live there, mainly by fishing. It anchors Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve, famed for the Komodo dragon: rediscovered in 1912 after long being a myth. Adults can reach 10 feet and 330 pounds; hatchlings are 20 inches. They hunt deer, goats, and pigs. Rangers must escort all visitors.

Discover Bali's hundreds of temples, dances, rituals, and crafts. Submerge yourself with Indonesia's culture all while sailing in our unique luxurious cruise!

Discover Bali's hundreds of temples, dances, rituals, and crafts. Submerge yourself with Indonesia's culture all while sailing in our unique luxurious cruise!

Become mesmerised by Singapore's gleaming towers, working docks, and futuristic "supertrees". With our Silversea cruises exclusively personalised for you, there is no better way to enjoy Asia's most wonderful corners in all comfort and luxury!

Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is a lively mix of incense-filled temples, colonial architecture, warm people, and superb street food. French-era highlights include Notre Dame Basilica and the Central Post Office, plus a strong coffee culture. Try banh mi, pho, and iced coffee, visit the Tortoise Pagoda and medical museum, and learn about the Vietnam War at the War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels.

Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is a lively mix of incense-filled temples, colonial architecture, warm people, and superb street food. French-era highlights include Notre Dame Basilica and the Central Post Office, plus a strong coffee culture. Try banh mi, pho, and iced coffee, visit the Tortoise Pagoda and medical museum, and learn about the Vietnam War at the War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels.

Uncover with Silversea cruises Hong Kong's towers, bright lights, and glitzy shopping emporia! A visit to Asia would never be complete without a stroll around this marvelous place's restaurants, shopping malls, bars, convention centers and nice smattering of museums!

Keelung's busy harbour opens the way to northern Taiwan's lively mix of city sights, coastal scenery and rich local flavour. From here, it's easy to explore Taipei's towering landmarks and temples, browse colourful night markets, or enjoy the harbourfront atmosphere and dramatic sea views closer to port.

Aburatsu, on Japan's southeastern coast in Miyazaki, is a small port with warm weather, friendly locals, and a relaxed holiday feel. Visitors may see Nichinan Taihei dance and sample local food on arrival. Nearby highlights include Aoshima, a 1.5 km island linked by a 300 m bridge, with beaches, lush greenery, Aoshima Jinja, and the striking Oni no Sentakuita rock formations; it's a National Natural Monument. Also worth seeing is Obi Castletown, especially its castle and spring cherry blossoms.

Beppu, Japan, is a scenic hot-spring town famous for its eight "Hells" such as Sea Hell, Blood Pond Hell, and Tornado Hell. The volcanic landscape creates striking blue, red, and sulfurous pools. It's also known for cherry blossom season, with over 2,000 trees near Mount Tsurumi's ropeway. From the 1,375m summit, views stretch far across the region. Nearby Yufuin adds art, cafes, and boutiques.

Yokohama, Japan's second-largest city, is just a 30-minute train ride from Tokyo. Once a fishing village, it quickly grew after opening its harbor to international trade. Today it offers waterfront strolls, a warm welcome, and a bustling urban skyline. Its huge Chinatown is a highlight, with colorful shops and 250+ eateries. Landmark Tower and a giant Ferris wheel overlook the bay, with Mount Fuji in the distance. Yokohama is a great base for exploring Tokyo, Fuji, Kyoto, and the rest of Japan.