World Cruises Cruise on Regatta from Tokyo

Tokyo

Yokohama is located only half an hour away from Tokyo, and effectively forms a part of the giant conurbation. Yokohama's Chinatown is the largest in Japan and dates back to the Opening of Japan in 1859. Tokyo is a huge, wealthy and fascinating metropolis that brings high-tech visions of the future side by side with glimpses of old Japan, and has something for everyone.

Nagoya (Japan)

Nagoya is the fourth largest city in Japan, where most of the automotive companies are based. Some of the interesting places to visit are: The Castle, the Ohsu Kannon Temple, Tagata Temple, Nagoya Tower, the art museum Tokugawaor the Meji-Mura museum.

Kyoto (Osaka)

Once the capital for over a millennia and found among the Western Honshu Mountains, Kyoto has a reputation for being the most beautiful city in Japan. Visitors have no problems keeping themselves occupied as the city boasts an unparalleled array of cultural sights and attractions. Spread out over its several districts, Kyotos numerous palaces, shrines, temples, gardens and other landmarks are all perfectly preserved while the city also plays host to several festivals thoughout the year

Kyoto (Osaka)

Once the capital for over a millennia and found among the Western Honshu Mountains, Kyoto has a reputation for being the most beautiful city in Japan. Visitors have no problems keeping themselves occupied as the city boasts an unparalleled array of cultural sights and attractions. Spread out over its several districts, Kyotos numerous palaces, shrines, temples, gardens and other landmarks are all perfectly preserved while the city also plays host to several festivals thoughout the year

Hiroshima, Japan

The wounds of the first atomic bombing in history healed and Hiroshima is today a dynamic city, full of students and industrial commerce. The city counts with a Memorial Museum. Hiroshima has two places named Heritage Sites by the UNESCO: the Sanctuary Itsukushima in the Island of Miyajima abd the Peace Memorial of hiroshima. In the park Memorial you can visit the Peace Bell, the Peace Flame, the Memorial Cenotaph, the Statue of the Children, the Mount Memorial and the gates of Peace.

Nagasaki (Japan)

Nagasaki is a nice location in Japan, found in a valley of high hills. The opposite of other locations in Japan, in the ancient times Nagasaki was a comercial port for portuguese and dutch, and whose passage in the heritage of the city still remain. Some places you can visit in Nagasaki: Glover Garden, Atomic Bomb Museum, Nagasaki Peace Park, Sofuku-ji temple, Lantern Festival (from mid January to mid February)

Shanghai

Shanghai, with a population of more than 23 million, is the largest and most developed city in China. Shanghai is split in two by the Huangpu River, Puxi (West) is the older city center and Pudong the mass of new high-rise development across the river. Shanghai is a fascinating mix of East and West. It has historic shikumen houses that blend the styles of Chinese houses with European design flair, and it has one of the richest collections of Art Deco buildings in the world. There is everything from classic Parisian style, to Tudor style buildings that give an English flair and 1930s buildings reminiscent of New York or Chicago.

Shanghai

Shanghai, with a population of more than 23 million, is the largest and most developed city in China. Shanghai is split in two by the Huangpu River, Puxi (West) is the older city center and Pudong the mass of new high-rise development across the river. Shanghai is a fascinating mix of East and West. It has historic shikumen houses that blend the styles of Chinese houses with European design flair, and it has one of the richest collections of Art Deco buildings in the world. There is everything from classic Parisian style, to Tudor style buildings that give an English flair and 1930s buildings reminiscent of New York or Chicago.

Xiamen (China)

Xiamen also known as Amoy is a major city on the southeast (Taiwan Strait) coast of the China. Xiamen and its surrounding countryside is known for its scenery and tree-lined beaches Gulangyu, also known as Piano Island, is a popular weekend getaway with views of the city and features many Victorian-era style European edifices.[] Xiamen's Botanical Garden is a nature lover's paradise. The Buddhist Nanputuo Temple, dating back to the Tang Dynasty, is a national treasure. Xiamen is also famous for its history as a frontline in the Chinese Civil War with Taiwan over Jinmen (also known as Jinmen or Quemoy) 50 years ago. One attraction for tourists is to view Kinmen, a group of islands a few kilometres away and under Taiwanese control, from Xiamen island.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is frequently described as a place where "East meetsWest", reflecting the culture's mix of the territory's Chinese roots with influences from its time as a British colony. Hong Kong balances a modernised way of life with traditional Chinese practices. The fusion of east and west also characterises Hong Kong's cuisine, where dim sum, hot pot, and fast food restaurants coexist with haute cuisine. Hong Kong is a recognised global centre of trade, and calls itself an "entertainment hub".Hong Kong government supports cultural institutions such as the Hong Kong Heritage Museum, the Hong Kong Museum of Art, the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, and the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. The government's Leisure and Cultural Services Department subsidises and sponsors international performers brought to Hong Kong. Many international cultural activities are organised by the government, consulates, and privately.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is frequently described as a place where "East meetsWest", reflecting the culture's mix of the territory's Chinese roots with influences from its time as a British colony. Hong Kong balances a modernised way of life with traditional Chinese practices. The fusion of east and west also characterises Hong Kong's cuisine, where dim sum, hot pot, and fast food restaurants coexist with haute cuisine. Hong Kong is a recognised global centre of trade, and calls itself an "entertainment hub".Hong Kong government supports cultural institutions such as the Hong Kong Heritage Museum, the Hong Kong Museum of Art, the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, and the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. The government's Leisure and Cultural Services Department subsidises and sponsors international performers brought to Hong Kong. Many international cultural activities are organised by the government, consulates, and privately.

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

One of the natural wonders of the world is Ha Long Bay and it's more than three thousand isles tha merge from the waters of the South Of China. Ha-Long, that in Vietnamese means dragon that descends to the sea, encloses it's own mistery. The people are very cheerful, bicycles that pass and disappear, bufalos walking on the streets, lot's of conical hats moving between the paddy fields, where the rice grows, sacred food for them. Vietnam is photogenic however you look at it. The typical conical hats worn ny the Vietnamese inhabitants have multiple functions: umbrellas, parasol, containers to take fruit of vegetables, taking water or even to bath babies in them.

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

One of the natural wonders of the world is Ha Long Bay and it's more than three thousand isles tha merge from the waters of the South Of China. Ha-Long, that in Vietnamese means dragon that descends to the sea, encloses it's own mistery. The people are very cheerful, bicycles that pass and disappear, bufalos walking on the streets, lot's of conical hats moving between the paddy fields, where the rice grows, sacred food for them. Vietnam is photogenic however you look at it. The typical conical hats worn ny the Vietnamese inhabitants have multiple functions: umbrellas, parasol, containers to take fruit of vegetables, taking water or even to bath babies in them.

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Saigon (Vietnam)

Saigon (Vietnam)

Sihanoukville (Cambodia)

Sihanoukvilles a seaside town featuring Cambodia's best-known beaches, being these the main reason to visit this town. Getting around is easy as the roads are wide and bike taxis are everywhere. Main beaches are: Victory Beach (close to the seaport), Independence Beach, Sokha Beach ( a private that you can access by paying a couple dollars), Ochheuteal Beach (a long and narrow strip of white sand beach, and the most developed tourist beach in Sihanoukville) and Otres Beach (amazing 4km long stretch of clean, white sands. Less crowded and definitely more relaxed than other beaches in Sihanoukville).

Bangkok (Thailand)

Bangkok is the capital and the most populous city of Thailand. Bangkok offers a wealth of exciting attractions for tourism. The city's vibrant street life and cultural landmarks, as well as its notorious red-light districts, have given it an exotic appeal. The city is now a major regional force in finance and business. It is an international hub for transport and health care, and is emerging as a regional centre for the arts, fashion and entertainment. The historic Grand Palace and Buddhist temples including Wat Arun and Wat Pho stand in contrast with other tourist attractions such as the nightlife scenes of Khaosan Road and Patpong 'Muai Thai' kickboxing is a combat sport from the muay martial arts od Thailand that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. Muay Thai became popular in the sixteenth century, but became widespread internationally only in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable

Bangkok (Thailand)

Bangkok is the capital and the most populous city of Thailand. Bangkok offers a wealth of exciting attractions for tourism. The city's vibrant street life and cultural landmarks, as well as its notorious red-light districts, have given it an exotic appeal. The city is now a major regional force in finance and business. It is an international hub for transport and health care, and is emerging as a regional centre for the arts, fashion and entertainment. The historic Grand Palace and Buddhist temples including Wat Arun and Wat Pho stand in contrast with other tourist attractions such as the nightlife scenes of Khaosan Road and Patpong 'Muai Thai' kickboxing is a combat sport from the muay martial arts od Thailand that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. Muay Thai became popular in the sixteenth century, but became widespread internationally only in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable

Ko Samui (Thailand)

Ko Samui is an island in the Gulf of Thailand, about 700 km south of Bangkok. Ko Samui is quite a big island, the third-largest island in Thailand, with 25 km long and 21 km wide. It is an island of great natural beauty with about 40,000 inhabitants, 90% are Buddhist. The most popular beaches are Chaweng and Lamai. The northern beaches and villages are more peaceful choices. Ko Samui has a natural beauty with white sandy beaches, coral, lagoons, waterfalls, coconut trees and crystal clear water.

Singapore

Singapore is a city-state in Southeast Asia. Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, since independence it has become one of the world´s most prosperous countries and boasts the world´s busiest port. Combining the skyscrapers and subways of a modern, affluent city with a medley of Chinese, Malay and Indian influences and a tropical climate, with tasty food, good shopping and a vibrant night-life scene, this Garden City makes a great stopover. Singapore prides itself on being a multi-racial country, and has a diverse culture despite its small size.

Singapore

Singapore is a city-state in Southeast Asia. Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, since independence it has become one of the world´s most prosperous countries and boasts the world´s busiest port. Combining the skyscrapers and subways of a modern, affluent city with a medley of Chinese, Malay and Indian influences and a tropical climate, with tasty food, good shopping and a vibrant night-life scene, this Garden City makes a great stopover. Singapore prides itself on being a multi-racial country, and has a diverse culture despite its small size.

Semarang (Java, Indonesia)

Semarang is a city on the north coast of the island of Java, Indonesia. It is the capital and largest city of the province of Central Java. It has an area of 3144.29 sq mi and a population of approximately 2 million people, making it Indonesia´s sixth most populous city and Indonesian fifth largest city after Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, and Medan. Greater Semarang (aka Kedungsapur) has a population of close to 6 million (see Greater Semarang section). A major port during the Dutch colonial era, and still an important regional center and port today, the city has a dominant Javanese population. Semarang is located on the northern coast of Java. The northern part of the city is built on the coastal plain while the southern parts, known as Candi Lama and Candi Baru, are on higher ground. Two Dutch-built aqueducts run through the city to control the yearly flood, one on the east side and one through the west side, essentially dividing the city into three major areas. As a result of its large ethnically Chinese population, the city boasts several Chinese temples. These include Sam Poo Kong (Gedung Batu), built in honour of the Chinese Great Admiral Zheng He who visited the area in 1405. A 35 ft tall bronze statue about Rp.1 billion with four languages (Indonesian language, English, Chinese and Japanese) of his brief history will be complemented the temple.

Surabaya (Java)

Surabaya is Indonesia´s second-largest city with a population of over 3.1 million (5.6 million in the metropolitan area), and the capital of the province of East Java. It is located on the northern shore of eastern Java at the mouth of the Mas River and along the edge of the Madura Strait.To Indonesians, it is known as "the city of heroes" due to the importance of the Battle of Surabaya in galvanizing Indonesian and international support for Indonesian independence during the Indonesian National Revolution. Attractions in Surabaya include the historical attractions in the ´Old City´ aea. These include the Ampel Mosque and the Kong Co Kong Tik Cun Ong Temple. There are a number of good museums including the ´House of Sampoerna´ which showcases the history of the famed ´Kretek´ cigarettes. The Monumen Kapal Selam (Submarine Monument) is also an interesting attraction. Surabaya Zoo (Kebun Binatang) is a popular family attraction, as is the appealing stretch of sand better known to holidaymakers as Kenjeran Beach. The water slides at Ciputra Waterpark is fun for children and for adults, a stroll along the mouthwatering Food Street (G-Walk) is a must.

Bali (Indonesia)

Bali is a province of Indonesia. The province covers a few small neighbouring islands as well as the isle of Bali. The main island is located in the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands, lying between Java to the west and Lombok to the east. Bali is also the largest tourist destination in the country and is renowned for its highly developed arts, including traditional and modern dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking, and music. A tourist haven for decades, the city has seen a further surge in tourist numbers in recent years.

Bali (Indonesia)

Bali is a province of Indonesia. The province covers a few small neighbouring islands as well as the isle of Bali. The main island is located in the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands, lying between Java to the west and Lombok to the east. Bali is also the largest tourist destination in the country and is renowned for its highly developed arts, including traditional and modern dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking, and music. A tourist haven for decades, the city has seen a further surge in tourist numbers in recent years.

Bali (Indonesia)

Bali is a province of Indonesia. The province covers a few small neighbouring islands as well as the isle of Bali. The main island is located in the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands, lying between Java to the west and Lombok to the east. Bali is also the largest tourist destination in the country and is renowned for its highly developed arts, including traditional and modern dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking, and music. A tourist haven for decades, the city has seen a further surge in tourist numbers in recent years.

Komodo Island (Indonesia)

Komodo is one of the 17,508 islands that compose the Republic of Indonesia. The island is particularly notable as the habitat of the Komodo dragon, the largest lizard on Earth and consequently named after the island. Komodo Island has a surface area of 390 square kilometres and a human population of over two thousand. The people of the island are descendants of former convicts who were exiled to the island and who have mixed with Bugis from Sulawesi. The people are primarily adherents of Islam but there are also Christian and Hindu congregations. Komodo is part of the Lesser Sunda chain of islands and forms part of the Komodo National Park. In addition, the island is a popular destination for diving. Administratively, it is part of the East Nusa Tenggara province.

Darwin (Australia)

Darwin is the most populated city in the northern territory of Australia. Over the time Darwin has grown from a pioneering enclave and small port into one of Australia´s most modern and multicultural cities. The proximity with Asia make the city an important gate from countries like Indonesia and East Timor. The city has many miles of amplitude, inmaculate beaches, including the Casuarina Beach, where you can find the markets of Mandil beach. Darwin has extense parks and gardens. Between them the Botanical gardens of George Brown Darwin. Also there are different types of fauna, like marine crocodiles.

Darwin (Australia)

Darwin is the most populated city in the northern territory of Australia. Over the time Darwin has grown from a pioneering enclave and small port into one of Australia´s most modern and multicultural cities. The proximity with Asia make the city an important gate from countries like Indonesia and East Timor. The city has many miles of amplitude, inmaculate beaches, including the Casuarina Beach, where you can find the markets of Mandil beach. Darwin has extense parks and gardens. Between them the Botanical gardens of George Brown Darwin. Also there are different types of fauna, like marine crocodiles.

THURSDAY ISLAND, QUE

Cairns (Australia)

Cairns is a very popular destination for the tourists due to it's tropical climate and to it's proximity to numerous attractions. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the attractions and is less thatn an hour by boat. The Daintree Natural Park and Cape Tribulation, 130 kms to the north of Cairns, are famous areas surrounded by rainforest.

Townsville

Port Vil (Vanuatu)

Port Vila is the capital and most populated city in Vanatu. The surroundings of Port Vila are ideal to make trips on sailboats or by ferry to the nearby islands or to practice snorkelling and diving. The sea is full of wrecked ships, most of them from the 19th centtury, like the sailboat Star of Russia, constructed by the same company as the Titanic, and is wrecked about 300 meters of the wharf.

Inyeug (Mystery Island, Vanatu)

Lautoka

Suva (Fidji)

Suva is a multicultural city where we can find churches, mosques and temples. Suva outstands for the scenery, from the little bay the tourist can contemplate the high mountains. Suva has a strange architecture, mixture of the colonial past full of mansions and gardens, and the native constructions.

Apia (Westsamoa)

Samoa is located south of the equator, about halfway between Hawai‘i and New Zealand in the Polynesian region of the Pacific Ocean. The Samoan islands have been produced by vulcanism, the source of which is the Samoa hotspot which is probably the result of a mantle plume. The fa'a Samoa, or traditional Samoan way, remains a strong force in Samoan life and politics. Despite centuries of European influence, Samoa maintains its historical customs, social and political systems, and language. Cultural customs such as the Samoa 'ava ceremony are significant and solemn rituals at important occasions including the bestowal of matai chiefly titles. Items of great cultural value include the finely woven 'ie toga. The Samoan word for dance is siva with unique gentle movements of the body in time to music and which tells a story, although the Samoan male dances can be more physical and snapp. The form and construction of traditional architecture of Samoa was a specialised skill by Tufuga fai fale that was also linked to other cultural artforms.

Pago Pago (Amerian Samoa)

The natural park of the American Samoa is a park of the United States located in the American Samoa, and it is divided in three islands: Tutuila, Ofu and Tau. The park includes corral reefs and rainforrests. It is the perfect place to practice hiking and diving.

Bora Bora (French Polynesia)

One of the most famous island in Polynesia, the magnificent turquoise waters and endless blue skies, Bora Bora is a place of remarkable beauty, luxury and relaxation. There are remnants of an extinct volcano rising to two peaks, Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia in the center of the Island. The main attractions of Bora Bora are scuba diving, lagoon which Is fantastic for swimming, snorkeling, horse riding and outrigger canoe trip from Bora Bora beach.

Papeete (French Polynesia)

Papeete is the capital of the French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean. The commune of Papeete is located on the island of Tahiti. Admire the Point Venus view where Captain Cook settled in Tahiti. Visit the busy port of Papeete before venturing to the waterfalls and black sand shores. Don't forget your camera to take back special memories of the helicopter ride.

Bora Bora (French Polynesia)

One of the most famous island in Polynesia, the magnificent turquoise waters and endless blue skies, Bora Bora is a place of remarkable beauty, luxury and relaxation. There are remnants of an extinct volcano rising to two peaks, Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia in the center of the Island. The main attractions of Bora Bora are scuba diving, lagoon which Is fantastic for swimming, snorkeling, horse riding and outrigger canoe trip from Bora Bora beach.

Bora Bora (French Polynesia)

One of the most famous island in Polynesia, the magnificent turquoise waters and endless blue skies, Bora Bora is a place of remarkable beauty, luxury and relaxation. There are remnants of an extinct volcano rising to two peaks, Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia in the center of the Island. The main attractions of Bora Bora are scuba diving, lagoon which Is fantastic for swimming, snorkeling, horse riding and outrigger canoe trip from Bora Bora beach.

Raiatea, French Polynesia

It is the biggest of the Sotavento islands. You can arrive by plane from Tahiti. Uturoa is the main town. In one day you can visit the whole island. A place full of beauty is the Faaroa Bay, where we will find vanilla plantations. The Bay of Opoa and the marae de Taputapuatea are two of the main attractions.

Rangiroa, French Polynesia

Infinite Lagoon, a huge atoll, the largest in Polynesia, it is a natural aquarium, ranked by Commander Jacques Cousteau as one of the most beautiful places and richest in the world. Famous for the wall of the sharks, with more than 300 different species of sharks, the Tiputa Pass is one of the two entries to get near this unknown paradise.

Nuku Hiva (Marquesas Islands)

Nuku Hiva is the largest island in the French Polynesian Marquises archipelago. It is known for it's 550 meters Ahuii waterfall in the Hakaui Valley. It's amazing beauty goes from the waters to the mountains. The coast is very different from the inland, from a regular coastline in the west to a deep bay to the north, that take you to deeps valleys in the interior. In the south of the island there are a few bays. The inhabitants of the island live in Taiohae, Taipivai, Hatiheu, Aakapa, Pua Houmi, Anaho and Hakaui. Taiohae is the administrative , economical, educational and health centre of the Marquesas Islands. the bay of Taiohae has shape of anfitheatre and the remains of a volcanic crater. The valley is full of Tiki gods stone, ritual places and sculptures. The island offers beautiful places to go diving.

Hilo, Hawaii

Hilo is the county seat of the County of Hawai?i and is located in the District of South Hilo. The town overlooks Hilo Bay, situated upon two shield volcanoes; Mauna Loa, an active volcano, and Mauna Kea, a dormant volcano and the site of the world's most important ground-based astronomical observatories.

Ko Adang (Tailandia)

Kahului (Maui, Hawaii)

Located on Maui's northern shores, Kahului is home to the islands airport and only deep-draft harbor making it the commercial epicentre for the island of Maui. Visitors are spoilt for choice with its variety of shopping malls and commercial centers as well as its palmtree-laden beaches crystal clear waters and stunning volcanic scenery. Haleakala (the East Maui Volcano) forms the majority of the island and is the largest inactive volcano in the world while Kahalawai forms the rest. Kahalawai is also known as West Maui Mountains due to its several peaks.

Kauai (Nawiliwili, Hawaii)

Kauai is the oldest of the hawaiian islands. Used as the backdrop for the Hollywood film Jurassic Park, the island boasts spectacular volcanic peaks and lush rainforrests. With more miles of sandy coastline than the other Hawaiian islands this virtually untouched tropical paradise is also known by locals as the "Garden Isle". Natural wonders such as Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali Coast and Wailua Falls are all popular with visitors as well as offering a wide range of wtar based activities.

Honolulu (Hawaii)

The isle of Hawaii is named Grnad Island, and we explain why. It is more than double the size than all the rest of Hawaiian isles together, and is completely full of luxuriant nature, from the rugged volcanoes to the cascades and the rainy forrests. It is the home of smokey volcano craters and rivers of dry lava in the National Park of the Volcanoes.