If you are flying out via the USA then the Cook Islands is a great option for a stopover. With no buildings higher then a coconut tree this little island country is great for a stopover for 3-7 days.
It is so easy to spend several weeks in Sydney and still feel like there is so much more to see. It has one of the most recognized harbours in the world with the iconic Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
Melbourne is known not only as Australia's sporting capital but also for having world class restaurants, great shopping and sporting events. it is also the gateway to the Great Ocean Road, Philip Island, and wineries.
The State of Queensland on the east coast of Australia is one mighty big State which encompasses a lot of amazing areas.There is so much to see and do, beaches, snorkeling, diving, rainforests and more.
There is an island that suits everyone here, from luxury getaways to island resorts.It is easy to take day trips out to snorkel on the Barrier Reef and also it is an absolute must that you visit Whitehaven Beach.
This city is known as the city of churches and the lovely Glenelg beach. Adelaide is also the gateway to visit Kangaroo Island and the incredible Barossa wine region.
This is the place to be for outdoor adventure and adrenaline in New Zealand! It’s also home to some of the best vineyards for pinot noir, a bustling downtown shopping district, and scenic drives through the countryside.
Rotorua, New Zealand is located in the central North Island of New Zealand, roughly between Auckland and Napier, just south of Tauranga and north of Taupo. This is the place to be for geothermal activity and Maori culture in New Zealand! It’s also within an easy drive of Hobbiton and the Waitomo glow worm caves.
The beautiful Islands of Fiji. So many to choose from so little time! Here is a great overview on the different islands and the best time to go on your vacation or honeymoon.
Tahiti, Bora Bora, French Polynesia — these words evoke romance, sun, sand, and tropical warm waters. The birthplace of the overwater bungalow, and the most popular place in the world to stay in one, these islands are premier destinations in the South Pacific.
Located in the northern part of the North Island, Auckland has two major harbors, creating an isthmus of the city. These harbors give the city a sparkle that you can enjoy any way you wish, from a relaxing sail to a zip on a jet boat. You can even try your hand at piloting a real America’s Cup yacht!
The South Island’s largest city, Christchurch feels like a slice of England by the ocean, amongst agricultural plains. Despite major earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 that destroyed many historic buildings in the city, Christchurch still has a historic feel with brick, cobblestone, tramcars and Victorian architecture.
Located in the northwest of the South Island of New Zealand, the small city of Nelson and nearby Abel Tasman National Park are a beautiful and relaxing area of New Zealand. The region is best known for its relaxed vibe, sunny skies, sand and sparkling coastline.
Dunedin is the second largest city on New Zealand’s South Island, and it’s located on the southeast coast at the base of the Otago Peninsula, which juts out into the Pacific Ocean. It’s most well known for its Scottish heritage, dramatic natural sights, and high student population thanks to the University of Otago.
The West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island is a rugged, remote region where the high southern Alps descend into glaciers, temperate rainforest, and the wild Tasman Sea. The area is known for stunning coastline, glaciers, wet climate, and a rough and tumble mining history. Starting in the North at Karamea, the main (and only) road travels southward, squeezed between the Alps and the Coast, through Westport, Punakaiki, Greymouth, Hokitika, Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, Haast, and finally Jackson Bay.
Located on the northeastern tip of New Zealand’s South Island, the Marlborough region is known for two main things: wine and water. The mainland is filled with vineyards, producing more wine than any other region of New Zealand, including most of what is sold in North America under a New Zealand label.