40 Nights Australia

Australia's most illustrious city is the country's capital in everything but name. It possesses one of the most beautiful harbour settings in the world, and emanates with a intermingling of history, ruggedness and sophistication.

Brisbane is known for its colourful restaurant, bar, and local cultural scene. Here you'll find the Queensland Cultural Centre and the Gallery of Modern Art to witness stunning masterpieces. The Brisbane Riverwalk is also home to some of the best views of Brisbane's skyline. If you're up for a scenic walk, jog, or even some cycling, this is floating walkway is your best bet.

While it is usually a jump-off port for the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns can also become a destination for destination for trekking, discovering secret islands along the reef, exploring the Daintree Rainforest and even gliding through the rainforest canopy. Cairns also is home to the Esplanade, which is a swimming lagoon where you can freely bask under the sun as you enjoy the panoramic views of the Trinity Inlet.

Part of the tropical Queensland, Cooktown is one of the many resort towns in Australia that are friendly to travellers who love to walk and explore the town... and explore they should, with Cooktowns various historic buildings and monuments, visit the Botanic Gardens, have fun with kids at the Musical Playground, or grab some souvenirs at the Croc Shop.

Darwin is Australia's link between South East Asia that also features tours to Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park, and Katherine Gorge, which are literally hours away. You can also go fishing for some exotic barramundi.

The capital of East Nusa Tenggara, Kupang is a popular port of call for yachts, as well as cruises, giving you access to several attractions such as the beautiful Lasiana Beach, strolling at Nostalgia Park, or just splurging away at the cheap eats and finds at the Night Market.

Steep hillsides and real dragons make you feel like you're in an exotic adventure, as the Komodo Islands welcome you to several opportunities to explore. Pink sand beaches, manta points for diving, the Komodo Island National Park for live komodo dragon viewing, access and trails to hidden waterfalls, and enjoy unique Indonesian cuisine.

From parasailing to fine dining, bar hopping and scuba diving, there's a wealth of activities to do when you touchdown at Bali. Adventure seekers will have their fill here, with Jet Ski rides, sea walking, white water river rafting, fly boarding and more. Once done, you can head inland to dine with your fellow travelers or the locals at some choice shops.

From parasailing to fine dining, bar hopping and scuba diving, there's a wealth of activities to do when you touchdown at Bali. Adventure seekers will have their fill here, with Jet Ski rides, sea walking, white water river rafting, fly boarding and more. Once done, you can head inland to dine with your fellow travelers or the locals at some choice shops.

Lombok is an Indonesian island east of Bali and west of Sumbawa, part of the Lesser Sunda Island chain. It's known for beaches and surfing spots, particularly at Kuta and Banko Banko (in south Lombok). The motor-vehicle-free Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno), off Lombok's west coast, offer more beaches, reefs for diving and snorkeling, and a sea turtle hatchery.

Probolinggo is a city on the north coast of East Java province, Indonesia. It covers an area of 56.67 sq. km, and had a population of 217,062 at the 2010 Census; the latest official estimate is 223,159. It is surrounded on the landward side by Probolinggo Regency but is not part of the regency

Explore Bali's natural attractions including the tropical birds and reef fishes at Bali Barat National Park, or the mangrove and monsoon forests of Menjangan Island. It retains much of its Dutch colonial charms, while traditional villages like Munduk in the highlands, Sawan, where traditional gamelan musical instruments are produced, and Simbaran offer insights into the timeless Balinese culture.

The exotic locales of Australia await at Fremantle, where you'll find unique culture, heritage, architecture, and a thriving food scene. Cafés and bars dot the experience, with a 19th century vibe dominating the streetscape. You'll find artisanal food, great craft beers, and lively musical and art performances on the streets, and the great coffee at the Cappuccino Strip that's Australia's known for.

Busselton is a city on the southwest tip of Western Australia. It's known for its sheltered beach and seasonal humpback whale populations. The beachfront features the 19th-century Busselton Jetty. This wood pier stretches nearly 2km to the Underwater Observatory, where life in a coral reef is on view. To the city's northeast, the towering tuart trees of Tuart Forest National Park are home to 2 species of possum.

With five major national parks, a wealth of activities such as surfing, scuba, and swimming, and some scenic activities such as visiting the famous pink lake, or the numerous beaches around, Esperance is a tropical paradise that you should keep your eye on. Its beauty allowed it to be featured in several high-profile commercials from major brands around the world.

The city of Adelaide is home to Australia's award-winning wine regions, and you can indulge in great tasting wines in Barossa Valley or the McLaren Vale. The sandstone city is where you can also find a vibrant food, bar, and cultural scene.

The second largest city in Australia is renowned for its beautiful parks, passionate football fans, 'upside down' Yarra River and avant-garde attitude. Once voted "Most Livable City in the World," it is elegant, cultured and modern.

Picton, on the northeast corner of New Zealands South Island, provides access to the beautiful Marlborough Sounds and to New Zealands most famous wine region, Marlborough, home to the worlds best Sauvignon Blanc

Perched on the edge of a spectacular harbour and encircled by green, towering hills, Wellington is a stunning and compact city. Vibrant, exciting and cultured, New Zealand's capital combines the sophistication of a big city with the quirkiness of a charming village.

The seaport tourist city of Napier located on Hawke Bay allows cruisers to marvel at the beautiful Pania of the Reef, an important figure of M?ori mythology. Thousands go here every February to attend the Tremains Art Deco Weekend event to celebrate the city's Art Deco inspired heritage.

Known by the local M?ori as the "Great standing place of Kiwa", Gisborne is home to a thriving arts and culture scene, thanks to the predominantly M?ori populace. If you visit during the New Year, you can catch Rhythym and Vines, a 3-day music festival at the Waiohika Estate.

The principal city of the Bay of Plenty is a popular Kiwi summer resort with notorious military and missionary legacies. Its legendary Waitomo Caves comprises a vast underground network of water-sculpted, cathedral-like limestone grottoes. Big-game fishing and scuba diving abounds.

Auckland is a lively fusion of international style, local creativity and Polynesian charm. Its urban personality is bold, fast and fashionable, while its seaside ambiance ranges from rugged and untamed to smooth and tranquil.