South Pacific Discovery

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

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

Norfolk Island is a small inhabited island in the Pacific Ocean located between Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. With a sub-tropical climate tempered by the surrounding sea, tourists will find a host of things to do, including bush walking, visiting elegant convict-built Georgian buildings, bicycling, and fishing. Visit Emily Bay, where the great crescent shaped beach offers excellent safe swimming for families and snorkelling over coral reefs. Read more about Norfolk Island, Australia

Maré is the second-largest, southernmost island of the Loyalty Islands, located in the archipelago of New Caledonia. Like the nearby island of Lifou, Maré is a ring-shaped coral reef known as an atoll, a former atoll that has been raised by 120 metres making Maré the highest island in the New Caledonian archipelago. The people of Maré, around 6,900, are mainly of Melanisan heritage who speak in their indigenous language of Nengoné. Read more about Mare Island, New Caledonia

Tanna is an island (40km by 19km) in the Vanuatu archipelago and one of the more populous islands in this South Pacific country. It lies 200 km south of the capital Port Vila. The island's residents are Melanesians who follow a very traditional lifestyle and which draws the attention of tourists. Read more about Tanna Island, Vanuatu

Nadi, known as the 'gateway to Fiji', is the third largest centre in Fiji, on the island of Viti Levu. The local economy is based on sugar cane production and tourism. Nadi lives up to its reputation of 'the most often visited Fijian city' thanks to its international airport in the middle of town. Read more about Nadi, Fiji

Part of the Mamanuca Islands, Yanuya Island is known for its clear waters, white sandy beaches, and traditional Fijian culture. Visitors can experience Fijian village life and participate in cultural ceremonies. The island is surrounded by coral reefs, perfect for snorkeling and diving. Read more about Yanuya Island, Fiji

Lautoka is situated on the western side of Viti Levu, the largest island in Fiji, and just 20 km north of Nadi. The Fiji archipelago lies just to the western side of the International Date Line. Lautoka is Fiji's second largest city. Read more about Lautoka, Fiji