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Monday, January 12, 2026 |
Auckland, New Zealand |
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Auckland, one of New Zealand's most populous cities, is located on the North Island of New Zealand. Auckland, known as Tamaki Makaurau, is based around twin harbours called Waitemata and Manukau Harbour extending up to volcanic hills to the west. Auckland has so much to offer when you combine an urban environment, stunning diverse landscapes and warming polynesian culture. Read more about Auckland, New Zealand
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Tuesday, January 13, 2026 |
Bay of Islands, New Zealand |
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5:00 PM |
The Bay of Islands - the first permanent European settlement and sea port in New Zealand - is an area in the Northland region of the North Island of New Zealand. Located 60 km NW of Whangarei it is close to the northern tip of the country. The bay is the busiest, yet quietest place you'll ever come to. Read more about Bay of Islands, New Zealand
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand |
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3:00 PM |
Rotorua (Tauranga) is a centre of tourism and a place of extraordinary natural beauty. It is a smallish city on the shores of a lake of the same name, in the crater of an ancient volcano in the Bay of Plenty region of the North Island of New Zealand. The entire area is thermally active, and the smell of sulphur, a 'rotten eggs’ smell that is never far, results in the nicknames 'Sulphur City' and 'Rottenrua'. Read more about Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 |
Napier, New Zealand |
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6:00 PM |
Napier is a port city in Hawkes Bay on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is known as the 'Art Deco' capital of the world because following the earthquake which almost levelled the city in 1931 the rapid rebuilding was strongly influenced by Art Deco architecture. The building style of clean simple lines and bas-relief decoration was not only at its height of popularity, it also suited the needs of the city. Read more about Napier, New Zealand
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Friday, January 16, 2026 |
Wellington, New Zealand |
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7:00 PM |
Wellington, New Zealand's capital city, is situated on the SW tip of the North Island, and is set on the edge of a stunning harbour surrounded by rolling hills. As the political centre of New Zealand, it houses Parliamentary buildings as well as the bulk of foreign diplomatic missions. However, it is also renowned for its cafe-culture, as there are more cafes per capita than in New York City, and they rival the world’s top culinary destinations for flavour and variety. Read more about Wellington, New Zealand
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Saturday, January 17, 2026 |
Christchurch, New Zealand |
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5:00 PM |
Christchurch, in the Province of Canterbury, is the largest city of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located mid-way down the island's east coast just north of Banks Peninsula, on the edge of the Canterbury Plains. It is a vibrant, cosmopolitan place with exciting festivals, theatre, modern art galleries, great shopping and award-winning attractions. Read more about Christchurch, New Zealand
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Sunday, January 18, 2026 |
Dunedin, New Zealand |
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5:00 PM |
Dunedin is the principal city of the Otago Region of New Zealand. It was founded in 1848 by Scottish migrants, and today the city still contains many Scottish relics, including a statue of the Scottish Bard Robbie Burns. Fine examples of working heritage include the Speight’s Brewery, the Gasworks Museum and the very popular Taieri Gorge Railway. Read more about Dunedin, New Zealand
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Monday, January 19, 2026 |
Cruising The Fjords Of Dusky Sound |
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Monday, January 19, 2026 |
Cruising The Fjords Of Doubtful Sound |
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Monday, January 19, 2026 |
Cruising The Fjords Of Milford Sound |
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Tuesday, January 20, 2026 |
Cruising The Tasman Sea |
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Wednesday, January 21, 2026 |
Cruising The Tasman Sea |
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Thursday, January 22, 2026 |
Hobart, Australia |
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2:00 PM |
Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia
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Friday, January 23, 2026 |
Burnie, Australia |
11:00 AM |
8:00 PM |
Burnie, on the NW coast of Tasmania, is a regional city best known for its busy container port and major industries. It is becoming famous for the wealth of unexpected places for visitors to explore. The central business district provides a thoroughfare to the beach-side board-walk, while Burnie Park with its historic tearoom the 'Burnie Inn', a wildlife sanctuary and a walking track to Oldaker Falls, are close to the city centre. Read more about Burnie, Australia
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Saturday, January 24, 2026 |
Melbourne, Australia |
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12:00 AM |
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is also known as the cultural, culinary, and sporting capital of Australia. Set on the Yarra River, the city is home to world-class sporting facilities, museums, galleries and theatres and many revered restaurants. The Central Business District (CBD) has become renowned for its tiny laneways, boutique shopping, street art, and impeccable barista-made coffee. Read more about Melbourne, Australia
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Sunday, January 25, 2026 |
Melbourne, Australia |
12:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is also known as the cultural, culinary, and sporting capital of Australia. Set on the Yarra River, the city is home to world-class sporting facilities, museums, galleries and theatres and many revered restaurants. The Central Business District (CBD) has become renowned for its tiny laneways, boutique shopping, street art, and impeccable barista-made coffee. Read more about Melbourne, Australia
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Monday, January 26, 2026 |
Cruising The Tasman Sea |
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Tuesday, January 27, 2026 |
Sydney, Australia |
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6:00 PM |
Situated on Australia's east coast is Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales. Cruising guests have the privilege when departing Sydney ports to view the iconic and famous Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge while leaving Sydney Harbour. In 1973, the Opera House completed construction and is the most popular building in Australia and one of the most famous in the world. Read more about Sydney, Australia
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Wednesday, January 28, 2026 |
Cruising The Tasman Sea |
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Thursday, January 29, 2026 |
Melbourne, Australia |
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4:00 PM |
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is also known as the cultural, culinary, and sporting capital of Australia. Set on the Yarra River, the city is home to world-class sporting facilities, museums, galleries and theatres and many revered restaurants. The Central Business District (CBD) has become renowned for its tiny laneways, boutique shopping, street art, and impeccable barista-made coffee. Read more about Melbourne, Australia
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Friday, January 30, 2026 |
Portland, Australia |
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5:30 PM |
The thriving city of Portland is steeped in history, and as Victoria's birthplace it also boasts the State's oldest European settlement. With a population of approximately 10,000, the city is based around the picturesque Portland Bay, which features one of the deepest international ports in southern Australia. Visit the Maritime Discovery Centre for an insight into Portland's long seafaring history and get back to nature in this thriving city by the sea. Read more about Portland, Australia
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Saturday, January 31, 2026 |
Kangaroo Island, Australia |
11:00 AM |
8:00 PM |
Cruise ships anchor off the town of Penneshaw and tender to the jetty. Kangaroo Island, named by Matthew Flinders in 1802, is Australia's third largest island. Situated 112 km SW of Adelaide, it is a pristine untamed wilderness where the koalas aren't being cuddled, they're relaxing at home in native trees. Read more about Kangaroo Island, Australia
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Sunday, February 1, 2026 |
Cruising The Great Australian Bight |
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Monday, February 2, 2026 |
Cruising The Great Australian Bight |
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Tuesday, February 3, 2026 |
Esperance, Australia |
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4:00 PM |
Western Australia's most popular tourist town Esperance is located on the Southern Ocean around half way between Albany and the South Australian border. It experiences a Mediterranean climate but is subject to wide variations in the weather. Originally named by French explorers, it has been a centre for whaling and mining. Read more about Esperance, Australia
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 |
Albany, Australia |
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4:00 PM |
Albany is situated on the south coast of Western Australia's tourist region. It faces the Southern Ocean and is on the shores of King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour. Being the site of the first European settlement, much of their legacy remains today with around 50 colonial buildings standing proudly as museums, galleries and restaurants. Read more about Albany, Australia
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Thursday, February 5, 2026 |
Margaret River, Australia |
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6:00 PM |
Margaret River is a town in the SW of Western Australia, located in the valley of the Margaret River, 277 km south of Perth, the state capital. It is located 9 km inland from the Indian Ocean. An exciting dimension to the Margaret River cruises, passengers come ashore at Busselton, which has at 1.8km the world’s longest jetty. Read more about Margaret River, Australia
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Friday, February 6, 2026 |
Fremantle, Australia |
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5:00 PM |
When booking cruises from Fremantle, Perth, there is only one main cruise terminal, built in 1962 the Victoria Quay Cruise Terminal at Fremantle is where all cruises from Fremantle will depart. Fremantle is a day-out destination with historic buildings, eateries, tourist attractions and ferries up the Swan River to the City, and off-shore to Rottnest Island. Cars can set-down passengers and find long-term parking nearby. Read more about Fremantle, Australia
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Saturday, February 7, 2026 |
Geraldton |
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Sunday, February 8, 2026 |
Cruising The Indian Ocean |
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Monday, February 9, 2026 |
Cruising The Indian Ocean |
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Tuesday, February 10, 2026 |
Denpasar (Bali), Indonesia |
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11:00 PM |
Bali is an Indonesian island at the western-most of the Lesser Sunda Islands, lying between Java to the west and Lombok to the east. It is one of Indonesia’s 33 provinces, with the provincial capital at Denpasar towards the south of the island. Bali is home to the most of Indonesia's Hindu minority, and also the largest tourist destination in the Archipelago. Read more about Denpasar (Bali), Indonesia
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026 |
Celukan Bawang, Indonesia |
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6:00 PM |
Celukan Bawang, with its large wharf, is the main cargo port of northern Bali, trading in timber and cement from Kalimantan (Borneo) and Java. Bugis schooners, the magnificent sailing vessels that take their name from the seafaring people of Sulawesi, anchor here. What you see here is not the westernised tourist potpourri of Kuta Beach. Read more about Celukan Bawang, Indonesia
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Thursday, February 12, 2026 |
Cruising The Java Sea |
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Friday, February 13, 2026 |
Cruising The South China Sea |
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Saturday, February 14, 2026 |
Singapore, Singapore |
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7:00 PM |
Singapore, sometimes referred to as the "Lion City," is a vibrant, multiethnic city-state in Southeast Asia. Well-known for its spotless public transport system, profusion of open space, and ability to seamlessly blend a rich cultural history with contemporary comforts. Despite its tiny size, Singapore has enough attractions to suit the interests of all kinds of travellers. Read more about Singapore, Singapore
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Sunday, February 15, 2026 |
Cruising The South China Sea |
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Monday, February 16, 2026 |
Ko Samui, Thailand |
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5:00 PM |
Ko Samui is an island off the E coast of the Kra Isthmus in Thailand, about 35 km NE of Surat Thani town on the mainland peninsula. It lies in the Gulf of Thailand, and is Thailand's second largest island, though only 15 km across. The central part of the island is an uninhabitable mountainous jungle. Read more about Ko Samui, Thailand
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026 |
Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand |
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12:00 AM |
Bangkok, the capital, largest urban area and primary city of Thailand, is about a two-hour trip from Laem Chabang Port. The city is situated at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River. It is a place where the past, present, and future live harmoniously together, as reflected by the luxury hotels and gleaming skyscrapers that grace the skyline alongside dazzling, historical temples. Read more about Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026 |
Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand |
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4:00 PM |
Bangkok, the capital, largest urban area and primary city of Thailand, is about a two-hour trip from Laem Chabang Port. The city is situated at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River. It is a place where the past, present, and future live harmoniously together, as reflected by the luxury hotels and gleaming skyscrapers that grace the skyline alongside dazzling, historical temples. Read more about Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand
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Thursday, February 19, 2026 |
Sihanoukville, Cambodia |
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8:00 PM |
Sihanoukville (aka Kampong Som) is a port city in southern Cambodia on the Gulf of Thailand, 185 km SW of the capital Phnom Penh. Historically, it was the site of the last official battle of the U.S. Army in the war, and two shipwrecks 40 m down, off one of its islands, are of interest to divers. Read more about Sihanoukville, Cambodia
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Friday, February 20, 2026 |
Cruising The South China Sea |
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Saturday, February 21, 2026 |
Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam |
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12:00 AM |
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the largest city of Vietnam in SE Asia, is situated on the banks of the Saigon River which flows into the Mekong delta, in the south of the country. Phu My, 70km to the SE, is one of the many ports used by tourist ships bringing visitors to this rapidly developing and dynamic city with more than 6 million citizens. Ho Chi Minh City’s architecture and lifestyle is a combination of American and Chinese influences. Read more about Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
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Sunday, February 22, 2026 |
Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam |
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2:00 PM |
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the largest city of Vietnam in SE Asia, is situated on the banks of the Saigon River which flows into the Mekong delta, in the south of the country. Phu My, 70km to the SE, is one of the many ports used by tourist ships bringing visitors to this rapidly developing and dynamic city with more than 6 million citizens. Ho Chi Minh City’s architecture and lifestyle is a combination of American and Chinese influences. Read more about Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
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Monday, February 23, 2026 |
Nha Trang, Viet Nam |
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4:00 PM |
Nha Trang is a coastal city and capital of Khánh Hòa province, Vietnam. It is possibly best known for its bay, one of the most beautiful in the world, and the excellent scuba diving. It is a popular destination for locals, international tourists and large numbers of backpackers. Read more about Nha Trang, Viet Nam
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Tuesday, February 24, 2026 |
Cruising The South China Sea |
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026 |
Coron Island, Philippines |
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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. Read more about Coron Island, Philippines
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Thursday, February 26, 2026 |
Manila, Philippines |
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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. Read more about Manila, Philippines
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Friday, February 27, 2026 |
Cruising The South China Sea |
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Saturday, February 28, 2026 |
Hong Kong, Hong Kong |
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9:00 PM |
Hong Kong, situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea, is a kaleidoscope of life, a sophisticated fusion of East and West, a city of diversity where new and old meet at every turn. Hong Kong offers a host of memorable tourist attractions within its compact area. Victoria Harbour and the Giant Buddha are among the most awe-inspiring. Read more about Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Sunday, March 1, 2026 |
Cruising The South China Sea |
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Monday, March 2, 2026 |
Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China |
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7:00 PM |
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. Read more about Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China
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Tuesday, March 3, 2026 |
Ishigaki, Japan |
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5:00 PM |
Ishigaki is the largest city for the Yaeyama Island Group, and is located on Ishigaki Island, as is the area's major boat terminal, Ishigaki Port. It is the southernmost of the Ryukyu (or Nansei) Islands chain, of which the largest is Okinawa. The island enjoys a thriving culture steeped in traditions that are a mixture from Japan, China, nearby Taiwan (230km to the west), and its former trading partners. Read more about Ishigaki, Japan
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Wednesday, March 4, 2026 |
Cruising The South China Sea |
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Thursday, March 5, 2026 |
Shanghai, China |
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12:00 AM |
Shanghai, at the mouth of the Yangtze River on the mid-coast of mainland China, is the most populous city in the People's Republic. It is the largest centre of commerce and finance on mainland China, and the show-piece of the world's fastest-growing major economy. It is a major cruise port rivalling Hong Kong and Singapore, and the largest container port in the world. Read more about Shanghai, China
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Friday, March 6, 2026 |
Shanghai, China |
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Shanghai, at the mouth of the Yangtze River on the mid-coast of mainland China, is the most populous city in the People's Republic. It is the largest centre of commerce and finance on mainland China, and the show-piece of the world's fastest-growing major economy. It is a major cruise port rivalling Hong Kong and Singapore, and the largest container port in the world. Read more about Shanghai, China
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Saturday, March 7, 2026 |
Cruising The East China Sea |
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Sunday, March 8, 2026 |
Busan, South Korea |
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Busan (formerly Pusan), the second largest city and principal port of South Korea, is situated in the SE of the peninsula on the Korea Strait. The city has many steep hills, creating a delightful mix of mountains and ocean. While Busan was relatively untouched during the Korean War, the flood of refugees has shaped the city. Read more about Busan, South Korea
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Monday, March 9, 2026 |
Nagasaki, Japan |
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6:00 PM |
Nagasaki City, on the island of Kyushu in Japan, lies at the heart of Nagasaki-hanto Peninsula. As one of Japan's closest port cities to the Asian mainland, Nagasaki has played a prominent role in foreign trade relations for many centuries. This is a port city that developed up the steep slope of a mountain, while also stretching horizontally to hug the Nagasaki Gulf. Read more about Nagasaki, Japan
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026 |
Cruising The Pacific Ocean |
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Wednesday, March 11, 2026 |
Osaka, Japan |
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Osaka, the heart of the Greater Osaka Area, is located at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay, and is the third largest city in Japan. Historically it is also regarded as the commercial capital of Japan, as evidenced by its daytime population being over a million greater than its night time population. From above ground and underground shopping malls and specialised shopping complexes, to the unusual America Mura which offers both new and used clothing, as well as flea markets, and the Asia Pacific Trade Centre with its international wholesale market, shopping here truly is a fascinating experience. Read more about Osaka, Japan
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Thursday, March 12, 2026 |
Osaka, Japan |
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Osaka, the heart of the Greater Osaka Area, is located at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay, and is the third largest city in Japan. Historically it is also regarded as the commercial capital of Japan, as evidenced by its daytime population being over a million greater than its night time population. From above ground and underground shopping malls and specialised shopping complexes, to the unusual America Mura which offers both new and used clothing, as well as flea markets, and the Asia Pacific Trade Centre with its international wholesale market, shopping here truly is a fascinating experience. Read more about Osaka, Japan
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Friday, March 13, 2026 |
Nagoya, Japan |
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Nagoya, the fourth-largest city in Japan and one of its major ports, is located on the Pacific coast in the Chubu region on central Honshu. One of the two most famous sightseeing spots is the reconstructed Nagoya Castle that was built in 1612 with two golden carp on the roof, and that today is also home to an interesting museum that contains an ancient Atsuta shrine as well as some 4,400 national historic treasures. The Atsuta Shrine is known as the second-most venerable shrine in Japan, after Ise Shrine. Read more about Nagoya, Japan
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Saturday, March 14, 2026 |
Tokyo, Japan |
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Tokyo, located on the eastern side of the main island of Honshu, is the core of the most populated area in the world (urban area 38M). The small fishing village of Edo was fortified in 1457 with Edo Castle (The Imperial Palace now stands at this location) and became one of the largest cities in the world by the 18th C. Its stringent policy of seclusion ended in 1854 and opened Japan to outside trade. Read more about Tokyo, Japan
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