--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 958a6f5d-bda0-4db9-a509-82be33d79be2 slug: 2355566 voyage_code: E4280403C52 cruise_line: Silversea ship: Silver Cloud departure_date: return_date: nights: 52 embarkation_port: Papeete (Tahiti) disembarkation_port: Singapore starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T19:15:16Z --- # Exploring Southeast Asia & Polynesia Papeete (Tahiti) to Singapore > Silversea · Silver Cloud · Apr 3 – May 26, 2028   (52 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Silversea | | **Ship** | Silver Cloud | | **Duration** | 52 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Papeete (Tahiti) | | **Disembarkation Port** | Singapore | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | E4280403C52 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Papeete (Tahiti) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Formed by two ancient volcanoes and joined at the isthmus of Taravao, Tahiti is the largest island of the Society Archipelago and the economic heart of French Polynesia. Ever since the famous French impressionist painter Paul Gauguin immortalized Tahitian maidens in vibrant colors on his canvasses, Tahiti has had a mysterious allure and still summons up all the romance of the South Pacific as a tropical paradise. Rising in the center, Mount Orohena and Mount Aorai are the highest points; deep ... ### Day 2: Raiatea **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM The largest of the Leeward Islands, Raiatea is totally surrounded by a reef but has several navigable passes and the only navigable river in French Polynesia. Raiatea shares a protected lagoon with the island of Taha'a; legends tell how the two islands were cut apart by a mythical eel. Although it has no beaches, there are picture-postcard motus (flat reef islets) with nice beaches in the lagoon. One of the nicest things about Raiatea is that it remains "undiscovered" by most visitors to French ... ### Day 3: Bora Bora (Society Islands) **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:30 PM If you have ever dreamt up your ideal island holiday, we suspect it goes something like this: Soapy blue seas? Check. Sparkling white beaches? Check. Thatched wooden huts, gently sloping palm trees and kaleidoscopic marine life? Check, check and check. And yet, even by ticking every box, first time viewing of Bora Bora still beggars belief. This tropical hideaway less than 12 m2 in the heart of the South Pacific has been toping travel wish lists for years. Long considered the realm of honeymo... ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Aitutaki , Cook Islands **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM When Lonely Planet co-founder describes somewhere as “the world’s most beautiful island” you can be sure that you are in for a treat. Incredible Aitutaki, inspiring Aitutaki, unbelievable, idyllic and unimaginable, there are simply not enough superlatives to describe quite how amazing Aitutaki is. Brought to light in 1779 by Captain Bligh, the Mutiny on the Bounty meant that Aitutaki has something of a bloodthirsty history. While Europeans missionaries eventually settled on the island in the ... ### Day 6: Palmerston Island **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:30 PM The low-lying atoll of Palmerston is inhabited by three families, all descendants of William Marsters (1831-1899). Members of the community are known to greet visitors and guide small boats and Zodiacs into the lagoon through a maze of coral reef to reach the only inhabited islet –commonly called “Home”. Once ashore, the whole community generally turns out to meet visitors as it is a rare occurrence. View less The island’s highlights include a church, the oldest house, the cemetery, the schoo... ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: Date Line lose a day **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 10: Neiafu, Vava'u Group **Arrives:** 07:30 AM · **Departs:** 01:00 PM With a population of 6,000, Neiafu is the capital of the Vava’u Group and the second largest municipality in the Polynesian nation of Tonga (a 169-island archipelago in the South Pacific). The city is situated next to a deep- water harbor (Port of Refuge) on the south coast of Vava’u, the main island of the Vava’u archipelago in northern Tonga. The waters of this region are known for their clarity and beauty, and the area attracts many humpback whales between June and November. View less A po... ### Day 10: Euaiki Island **Arrives:** 02:30 PM · **Departs:** 06:30 PM ### Day 11: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 12: Levuka, Ovalau, Fiji **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:30 PM Levuka highlights both the historical and natural aspects of Fiji. The small island of Ovalau is located off the east coast of Viti Levu. The quaint town of Levuka has the honour of having been Fiji’s very first capital where King Cakobau reigned and where the deed of cession to Queen Victoria was signed in 1874. Many of the old buildings in the town have remained nearly unchanged since the late 1800s. View less Here one can find Fiji’s first government school, the popular Ovalau Club, and th... ### Day 12: Leleuvia Island **Arrives:** 02:30 PM · **Departs:** 06:30 PM Leleuvia is a small low-lying island southeast of Ovalau with a length of barely 500 meters. Situated between the chiefly island of Bau, Moturiki and Ovalau, almost equidistant from Ovalau and the Central Eastern coast of Viti Levu, this lush, green island hosts a small resort. An easily accessible reef with many colorful reef fish 10 meters off of Leleuvia’s western beach invites to be explored. Resident sea kraits are often seen resting ashore north of the small pier. View less Despite its ... ### Day 13: Lautoka **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Lautoka is often described as the sugar city. Sugar cane is the major industry of Fiji and Lautoka is its main base. Here are the industries' headquarters, the largest sugar mill, modern loading facilities and a large wharf. It features 70 miles of roads, almost all paved, a wonderful botanical garden and royal palm trees decorating the city's main street, Vitogo Parade. The municipal market is another attraction from both outside and inside. Fiji typifies the image of paradise. The people her... ### Day 14: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 15: Ambrym Island, Vanuatu **Arrives:** 12:00 PM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Unlike Espiritu Santo with its raised coral reefs and white sand, Ambrym is a volcanically active island with dark sand beaches. Ambrym is known as the island of magic and is the source of five local languages that all evolved on Ambrym. This handful of languages contributes to the well over 100 languages of Vanuatu. Some of Ambrym’s magic takes place in the lush greenery of the local community of Ranon. Here the people perform a very special and traditional ‘Rom’ dance. Participants prepare ... ### Day 16: Pentecost Island **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Pentecost Island is a lush mountainous, tropical island stretching over 37 miles from north to south. It was named after the day on which the first European, Louis Antoine de Bougainville, sighted it on 22 May 1768. There are no towns on Pentecost - most of the islanders live in small villages and grow their own food in small gardens. Local traditions are strong, including the age-old ritual of land diving. This unique ritual was first given international exposure by David Attenborough in 1960. ... ### Day 17: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 18: Santa Ana, Solomon Islands **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 AM Port Mary is the name of the bay adjacent to Ghupuna, the main village in Santa Ana. A bright white sand beach with huge shade-giving trees runs along the shoreline in front of the tidy village. The houses here are made with local materials and most are built on stilts. Islanders generally welcome visitors with traditional songs and dances performed by members of the three different villages on Santa Ana. Some local people will also set up stands offering souvenirs for purchase. View less The... ### Day 19: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 20: Kennedy Island, Solomon Islands **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Kennedy Island is a small uninhabited island in the Solomon Islands that was named after John F. Kennedy, following an incident involving Kennedy during his World War II naval career. Kennedy Island lies 15 minutes by boat from Gizo, the provincial capital of the Solomon Islands' Western Province. ### Day 21: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 22: Rabaul, Papua New Guinea **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 10:30 PM If surreal and unique experiences are your thing, then the Papua New Guinean town of Rabaul should tick your travel boxes. Found on the north eastern tip of New Britain Island (the largest island off mainland PNG) Rabaul, the former provincial capital, has quite a remarkable location. The town is inside the flooded caldera of a giant volcano and several sub-vents are still quite active today! The lively city was almost entirely devastated by Mount Tavurvur in 1994, covering the city in ashfall, ... ### Day 23: Garove Island, Papua New Guinea **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM The volcanic island of Garove is part of the Witu Islands and once had a 5-kilometer-wide (3.1 miles) caldera. The island was historically used to produce copra and cocoa, and in fact, still is today. Most of the villages are located around the exterior of the volcano. Steep cliffs explain why there is only one area settled on the inside. A promontory at the entrance’s southwestern corner is taken up by the school and the catholic church of the village of Widu, the only village inside the calder... ### Day 24: Madang, Papua New Guinea **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM The eastern half of the island of New Guinea - second largest in the world - was divided between Germany (north) and the UK (south) in 1885. The latter area was transferred to Australia in 1902, which occupied the northern portion during World War I and continued to administer the combined areas until independence in 1975. A nine-year secessionist revolt on the island of Bougainville ended in 1997 after claiming some 20,000 lives. ### Day 25: Ali Island **Arrives:** 01:30 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Ali Island is one of the four islands located close to Aitape, off the northern coast of Papua New Guinea. The eastern shore of Ali Island has a beautiful white sandy beach and offers swimming and snorkeling. The five villages on the island connect via well-maintained trails that lead to the school and Catholic church closer to the northern end of the island. ### Day 26: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 27: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 28: Koror, Palau, Micronesia **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Koror is the state comprising the main commercial centre of the Republic of Palau. It consists of several islands, the most prominent being Koror Island. The state of Koror contains about 65% of the population of the country. ### Day 29: Koror, Palau, Micronesia **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Koror is the state comprising the main commercial centre of the Republic of Palau. It consists of several islands, the most prominent being Koror Island. The state of Koror contains about 65% of the population of the country. ### Day 30: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 31: Sohoton Bay **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:30 PM ### Day 32: Bohol (Tagbilaran), Philippines **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Bohol is an island province consisting of Bohol Island and 75 minor surrounding islands. Its capital is Tagbilaran City. With a land area of 1,589.7 sq mi and a coastline 162 mi, Bohol is the tenth largest island of the Philippines. In the 1600’s, the Jesuits introduced Christianity to the region. They built huge churches, which were declared heritage sites in the early 2000’s. Unfortunately most of these churches were heavily damaged by the 7.2 magnitude earthquake of 2013. Today, some of these... ### Day 33: San Luis **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 34: Apo Reef **Arrives:** 12:30 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 35: Manila **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The city sprawls eastward from Manila Bay. Its streets range from multi-lane boulevards to maze-like alleys. In this metropolis of 12 million, the contrast between spacious well-maintained elite communities like Forbes Park and overcrowded slum areas such as Tondo is immense. Occupied over the decades by the Spanish, Americans, British and Japanese, East now meets West, giving the city its unique character. The Walled City, a medieval fortified town, was the heart and soul of the country for mor... ### Day 36: Apo Reef **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 37: Kalanggaman Private Island **Arrives:** 02:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 38: Bohol (Tagbilaran), Philippines **Arrives:** 07:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Bohol is an island province consisting of Bohol Island and 75 minor surrounding islands. Its capital is Tagbilaran City. With a land area of 1,589.7 sq mi and a coastline 162 mi, Bohol is the tenth largest island of the Philippines. In the 1600’s, the Jesuits introduced Christianity to the region. They built huge churches, which were declared heritage sites in the early 2000’s. Unfortunately most of these churches were heavily damaged by the 7.2 magnitude earthquake of 2013. Today, some of these... ### Day 39: Sohoton Bay **Arrives:** 07:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 40: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 41: Bitung, Sulawesi **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Bitung is a city on the northern coast of the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia. It is in the province of North Sulawesi, and faces Lembeh Island and the Lembeh Strait, which is known for its colourful marine life, in particular sea slugs. ### Day 42: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 42: Pula **Arrives:** 12:30 PM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Pula is the largest city in Istria, Croatia, at the southern tip of that peninsula. Like most of the region, it is known for its mild climate and unspoiled nature. The city has a long tradition of wine making, fishing, shipbuilding, and tourism and has been Istria's administrative centre since ancient Roman days. ### Day 43: Pula **Arrives:** 02:30 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Pula is the largest city in Istria, Croatia, at the southern tip of that peninsula. Like most of the region, it is known for its mild climate and unspoiled nature. The city has a long tradition of wine making, fishing, shipbuilding, and tourism and has been Istria's administrative centre since ancient Roman days. ### Day 44: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 45: Kalabahi (for Takpala) **Arrives:** 02:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Kalabahi is the capital and main seaport of Alor Island, the largest landmass in the Alor archipelago. Roughly 60,000 inhabitants call Kalabahi home and enjoy a wide variety of goods and services available here. Kalabahi has grown as a town in part because it is situated on some of the only level ground on the volcanic and rugged island of Alor. Inland from Kalabahi is the small traditional village of Takpala. View less The attractive rustic homes of the village are open and airy, and the Abu... ### Day 46: Alor Island, Indonesia **Arrives:** 07:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Kalabahi is the capital and main seaport of Alor Island, the largest landmass in the Alor archipelago. Roughly 60,000 inhabitants call Kalabahi home and enjoy a wide variety of goods and services available here. Kalabahi has grown as a town in part because it is situated on some of the only level ground on the volcanic and rugged island of Alor. Inland from Kalabahi is the small traditional village of Takpala. ### Day 47: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 48: Komodo Island **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 PM Komodo, the volcanic island of giant lizards, lies 320 miles (515 kilometres) east of Bali. Komodo is 25 miles (40 kilometres) long and 12 miles (19 kilometres) wide; its parched hills ascend to a height of 2,410 feet (734 metres). Komodo is home to a community of some 2000 people who make their living primarily from fishing. The island is the centrepiece of the Komodo National Park, where you will find the most tangible legacy left behind from the Jurassic Era. View less Komodo Island was li... ### Day 48: Pink Beach, Komodo, Indonesia **Arrives:** 01:30 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Pink Beach earned its name for the way the beach can appear to have a rosy hue in certain lights. The color comes from small flecks of red coral mixed in with the fine white reef sand. With a few trees along the beach for shade, this stretch of coast makes a fine place to relax or enjoy a snorkel or dive in the crystal clear waters. View less It is possible to spot a striped clown fish nestled among the protective tentacles of its sea anemone host, or to see a grouper lazily swimming by a fla... ### Day 49: Pulau Satonda **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 01:00 PM ### Day 49: Kenanga Village, Indonesia **Arrives:** 02:30 PM · **Departs:** 06:30 PM ### Day 50: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 51: Karimunjawa, Indonesia **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 01:00 PM Covered by coconut trees and surrounded by white sandy beaches, Menyawakan Island lies some 64 nautical miles off Java’s coast in the Karimunjawa archipelago. This tranquil and secluded setting offers tropical and laid back ambiance and good snorkeling. ### Day 52: Belitung Islands, Indonesia **Arrives:** 12:30 PM · **Departs:** 06:30 PM The island of Belitung is large, measuring roughly 4,500 square kilometer (1740 square miles). Along with neighbouring Bangka and the many other surrounding small islands this is not just an archipelago, but a substantial province of Indonesia. Belitung used to have many tin mines, but today the island is better known for its nature. The most distinct features of Belitung’s many beaches are the fascinating granite rock formations along the shallow shores. These rocks can reach the size of houses... ### Day 53: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 54: Singapore **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Advanced, airy and elevated, Singapore is a spectacular, futuristic vision of utopian city life. A healthy population of almost six million call it home, but this is a city designed with space to breathe, and gorgeous outdoor parks, massive indoor greenhouses and beautiful recreational spaces spread between the City of Gardens' skyscrapers and soaring structures. Once a quiet fishing village, now a glistening island city-state and an international beacon of science, education and technology. Vie... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Suite Cabins **Vista Suite** (Code: VI) Your home away from home while you embrace the intrepid explorer within. The suite’s seating area has plenty of room to relax while you go over your notes, ready for the next adventure. Large picture windows frame panoramic ocean views, ideal for appraising the local wildlife. Large picture window ... **Grand 2 Suite** (Code: G2) Expertly designed and exquisitely appointed. The ideal space for sharing stories with fellow explorers and new friends. With enough space to roam both in and outside, this suite is perfect relaxing and recounting the highlights of your day. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedroom ... **Owner's 2 Suite** (Code: O2) Available as a one-bedroom configuration oras two bedrooms (as illustrated) by adjoiningwith a Vista Suite. Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors; bedroom two has additional large picture window. Living room with sitting area; bedroom two has additional sitting area. ... **Royal 2 Suite** (Code: R2) Stately. Commanding and majestic. Perfect for relaxing after a days’ exploring and looking through your photos. With lectures being streamed live to your room, this is the pinnacle of good living at sea. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedroom by adjoining with a Veranda Suite. ... ## Ship Information ### Silver Cloud After extensive refurbishment, Silver Cloud is the most spacious and comfortable ice class vessel in expedition cruising. Her large suites, her destination itineraries and her unparalleled service make her truly special. Her four dining options will tantalise your taste buds and as 80% of her suites include a veranda, watching a breaching whale or a few cavorting penguins has never been so personal. A limited number of guests in polar waters, mean that Silver Cloud has the highest space to guest and crew to guest ratios in expedition cruising. With her 18 zodiacs, 10 kayaks, possibilities are almost limitless with ship-wide simultaneous explorations. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 254 | | Crew | 212 | | Gross Tonnage | 17,400.0 | | Length | 514.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 126 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Other - **Reception**: This central lobby area welcomes guests to speak with our receptionist if they have a question or require any service. Assistance is available 24 hour... - **Photo Studio**: The Photo Studio offers a multitude of options to take your pictures from your camera to your walls. A vibrant, creatively inspiring space where you c... - **Zagara Beauty Salon**: A full range of Zagara Beauty Salon services is available for both men and women including hairstyling, manicures, and pedicures. Appointments for the... - **Boutique**: Exceptional shopping experiences do not end in the cosmopolitan cities we visit. Silversea’s striking new shipboard boutiques, reimagined and redesign... ### Entertainment - **Observation Lounge**: The ideal place for scenic days at sea, this vantage point far forward and high atop this luxury cruise ship is perfect for that “king of the world” f... - **Panorama Lounge**: The Panorama Lounge is specially designed to provide an uninterrupted view of the day’s destination from the comfort of the luxury cruise ship’s inter... - **Explorer Lounge**: Perfect for presentations, lectures, and video screenings, this is where our team of dedicated experts share their knowledge on their specialized subj... ### Food and Drink - **La Dame**: After a day of trekking through tundra and whale-watching, indulge in an evening of palette pampering, where fine wines are complemented by a set besp... - **The Grill**: Silversea’s much-loved casual dining restaurant serves a delectable range of burgers and salads by day and turns into our famous Hot Rocks table BBQ c... - **The Restaurant**: Sparkling with tales of adventure, bonhomie, and like-minded friends, The Restaurant offers contemporary, international cuisine created by our most ta... - **La Terrazza**: La Terrazza is a celebration of the way Italians eat today, an ode to the delicious evolution of the world’s most beloved cuisine. Evolving one of Sil... - **Dolce Vita**: With complimentary cocktails and engaging conversation, live music, and a dance floor, Dolce Vita on board Silver Cloud welcomes guests to mix and min... ### Relaxation - **Pool Deck**: Chaise lounges arranged in the sun or shade. Bubbling whirlpools. The pool water is refreshing in warmer climates and heated for cooler weather. Atten... - **Zagara Beauty Spa**: Relax your body and mind in this luxury cruise ship’s soothing spa sanctuary. Indulge in a wide range of invigorating therapies, including facials, bo... ### Fitness - **Fitness Centre**: The Fitness Center on board this luxury cruise ship is equipped with free weights, weight machines, state-of-the-art treadmills, elliptical trainers, ... ## Ports of Call ### Papeete (Tahiti) *Coordinates: -17.535, -149.57* Formed by two ancient volcanoes and joined at the isthmus of Taravao, Tahiti is the largest island of the Society Archipelago and the economic heart of French Polynesia. Ever since the famous French impressionist painter Paul Gauguin immortalized Tahitian maidens in vibrant colors on his canvasses, Tahiti has had a mysterious allure and still summons up all the romance of the South Pacific as a tr... ### Raiatea *Coordinates: -16.804, -151.444* The largest of the Leeward Islands, Raiatea is totally surrounded by a reef but has several navigable passes and the only navigable river in French Polynesia. Raiatea shares a protected lagoon with the island of Taha'a; legends tell how the two islands were cut apart by a mythical eel. Although it has no beaches, there are picture-postcard motus (flat reef islets) with nice beaches in the lagoon. ... ### Bora Bora (Society Islands) *Coordinates: -16.5004, -151.741* If you have ever dreamt up your ideal island holiday, we suspect it goes something like this: Soapy blue seas? Check. Sparkling white beaches? Check. Thatched wooden huts, gently sloping palm trees and kaleidoscopic marine life? Check, check and check. And yet, even by ticking every box, first time viewing of Bora Bora still beggars belief. This tropical hideaway less than 12 m2 in the heart of th... ### Aitutaki , Cook Islands *Coordinates: -18.8718, -159.782* When Lonely Planet co-founder describes somewhere as “the world’s most beautiful island” you can be sure that you are in for a treat. Incredible Aitutaki, inspiring Aitutaki, unbelievable, idyllic and unimaginable, there are simply not enough superlatives to describe quite how amazing Aitutaki is. Brought to light in 1779 by Captain Bligh, the Mutiny on the Bounty meant that Aitutaki has something... ### Palmerston Island The low-lying atoll of Palmerston is inhabited by three families, all descendants of William Marsters (1831-1899). Members of the community are known to greet visitors and guide small boats and Zodiacs into the lagoon through a maze of coral reef to reach the only inhabited islet –commonly called “Home”. Once ashore, the whole community generally turns out to meet visitors as it is a rare occurren... ### Date Line lose a day ### Neiafu, Vava'u Group *Coordinates: -18.6495, -173.985* With a population of 6,000, Neiafu is the capital of the Vava’u Group and the second largest municipality in the Polynesian nation of Tonga (a 169-island archipelago in the South Pacific). The city is situated next to a deep- water harbor (Port of Refuge) on the south coast of Vava’u, the main island of the Vava’u archipelago in northern Tonga. The waters of this region are known for their clarity... ### Euaiki Island ### Levuka, Ovalau, Fiji *Coordinates: -17.6817, 178.832* Levuka highlights both the historical and natural aspects of Fiji. The small island of Ovalau is located off the east coast of Viti Levu. The quaint town of Levuka has the honour of having been Fiji’s very first capital where King Cakobau reigned and where the deed of cession to Queen Victoria was signed in 1874. Many of the old buildings in the town have remained nearly unchanged since the late 1... ### Leleuvia Island *Coordinates: -17.8, 178.733* Leleuvia is a small low-lying island southeast of Ovalau with a length of barely 500 meters. Situated between the chiefly island of Bau, Moturiki and Ovalau, almost equidistant from Ovalau and the Central Eastern coast of Viti Levu, this lush, green island hosts a small resort. An easily accessible reef with many colorful reef fish 10 meters off of Leleuvia’s western beach invites to be explored. ... ### Lautoka *Coordinates: -17.6113, 177.503* Lautoka is often described as the sugar city. Sugar cane is the major industry of Fiji and Lautoka is its main base. Here are the industries' headquarters, the largest sugar mill, modern loading facilities and a large wharf. It features 70 miles of roads, almost all paved, a wonderful botanical garden and royal palm trees decorating the city's main street, Vitogo Parade. The municipal market is an... ### Ambrym Island, Vanuatu *Coordinates: -16.2478, 168.156* Unlike Espiritu Santo with its raised coral reefs and white sand, Ambrym is a volcanically active island with dark sand beaches. Ambrym is known as the island of magic and is the source of five local languages that all evolved on Ambrym. This handful of languages contributes to the well over 100 languages of Vanuatu. Some of Ambrym’s magic takes place in the lush greenery of the local community of... ### Pentecost Island Pentecost Island is a lush mountainous, tropical island stretching over 37 miles from north to south. It was named after the day on which the first European, Louis Antoine de Bougainville, sighted it on 22 May 1768. There are no towns on Pentecost - most of the islanders live in small villages and grow their own food in small gardens. Local traditions are strong, including the age-old ritual of la... ### Santa Ana, Solomon Islands *Coordinates: -10.8343, 162.467* Port Mary is the name of the bay adjacent to Ghupuna, the main village in Santa Ana. A bright white sand beach with huge shade-giving trees runs along the shoreline in front of the tidy village. The houses here are made with local materials and most are built on stilts. Islanders generally welcome visitors with traditional songs and dances performed by members of the three different villages on Sa... ### Kennedy Island, Solomon Islands *Coordinates: -8.11278, 156.906* Kennedy Island is a small uninhabited island in the Solomon Islands that was named after John F. Kennedy, following an incident involving Kennedy during his World War II naval career. Kennedy Island lies 15 minutes by boat from Gizo, the provincial capital of the Solomon Islands' Western Province. ### Rabaul, Papua New Guinea If surreal and unique experiences are your thing, then the Papua New Guinean town of Rabaul should tick your travel boxes. Found on the north eastern tip of New Britain Island (the largest island off mainland PNG) Rabaul, the former provincial capital, has quite a remarkable location. The town is inside the flooded caldera of a giant volcano and several sub-vents are still quite active today! The ... ### Garove Island, Papua New Guinea *Coordinates: -4.67747, 149.484* The volcanic island of Garove is part of the Witu Islands and once had a 5-kilometer-wide (3.1 miles) caldera. The island was historically used to produce copra and cocoa, and in fact, still is today. Most of the villages are located around the exterior of the volcano. Steep cliffs explain why there is only one area settled on the inside. A promontory at the entrance’s southwestern corner is taken... ### Madang, Papua New Guinea *Coordinates: -5.21667, 145.8* The eastern half of the island of New Guinea - second largest in the world - was divided between Germany (north) and the UK (south) in 1885. The latter area was transferred to Australia in 1902, which occupied the northern portion during World War I and continued to administer the combined areas until independence in 1975. A nine-year secessionist revolt on the island of Bougainville ended in 1997... ### Ali Island *Coordinates: -3.12688, 142.469* Ali Island is one of the four islands located close to Aitape, off the northern coast of Papua New Guinea. The eastern shore of Ali Island has a beautiful white sandy beach and offers swimming and snorkeling. The five villages on the island connect via well-maintained trails that lead to the school and Catholic church closer to the northern end of the island. ### Koror, Palau, Micronesia *Coordinates: 7.34378, 134.485* Koror is the state comprising the main commercial centre of the Republic of Palau. It consists of several islands, the most prominent being Koror Island. The state of Koror contains about 65% of the population of the country. ### Sohoton Bay ### Bohol (Tagbilaran), Philippines *Coordinates: 9.79661, 124.242* Bohol is an island province consisting of Bohol Island and 75 minor surrounding islands. Its capital is Tagbilaran City. With a land area of 1,589.7 sq mi and a coastline 162 mi, Bohol is the tenth largest island of the Philippines. In the 1600’s, the Jesuits introduced Christianity to the region. They built huge churches, which were declared heritage sites in the early 2000’s. Unfortunately most ... ### San Luis ### Apo Reef ### Manila *Coordinates: 14.579, 120.973* The city sprawls eastward from Manila Bay. Its streets range from multi-lane boulevards to maze-like alleys. In this metropolis of 12 million, the contrast between spacious well-maintained elite communities like Forbes Park and overcrowded slum areas such as Tondo is immense. Occupied over the decades by the Spanish, Americans, British and Japanese, East now meets West, giving the city its unique ... ### Kalanggaman Private Island ### Bitung, Sulawesi *Coordinates: 1.482, 125.149* Bitung is a city on the northern coast of the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia. It is in the province of North Sulawesi, and faces Lembeh Island and the Lembeh Strait, which is known for its colourful marine life, in particular sea slugs. ### Pula *Coordinates: 44.8697, 13.8411* Pula is the largest city in Istria, Croatia, at the southern tip of that peninsula. Like most of the region, it is known for its mild climate and unspoiled nature. The city has a long tradition of wine making, fishing, shipbuilding, and tourism and has been Istria's administrative centre since ancient Roman days. ### Kalabahi (for Takpala) *Coordinates: -8.214, 124.518* Kalabahi is the capital and main seaport of Alor Island, the largest landmass in the Alor archipelago. Roughly 60,000 inhabitants call Kalabahi home and enjoy a wide variety of goods and services available here. Kalabahi has grown as a town in part because it is situated on some of the only level ground on the volcanic and rugged island of Alor. Inland from Kalabahi is the small traditional villag... ### Alor Island, Indonesia *Coordinates: -8.25, 124.75* Kalabahi is the capital and main seaport of Alor Island, the largest landmass in the Alor archipelago. Roughly 60,000 inhabitants call Kalabahi home and enjoy a wide variety of goods and services available here. Kalabahi has grown as a town in part because it is situated on some of the only level ground on the volcanic and rugged island of Alor. Inland from Kalabahi is the small traditional villag... ### Komodo Island *Coordinates: -8.53276, 119.371* Komodo, the volcanic island of giant lizards, lies 320 miles (515 kilometres) east of Bali. Komodo is 25 miles (40 kilometres) long and 12 miles (19 kilometres) wide; its parched hills ascend to a height of 2,410 feet (734 metres). Komodo is home to a community of some 2000 people who make their living primarily from fishing. The island is the centrepiece of the Komodo National Park, where you wil... ### Pink Beach, Komodo, Indonesia *Coordinates: -8.58257, 119.49* Pink Beach earned its name for the way the beach can appear to have a rosy hue in certain lights. The color comes from small flecks of red coral mixed in with the fine white reef sand. With a few trees along the beach for shade, this stretch of coast makes a fine place to relax or enjoy a snorkel or dive in the crystal clear waters. View less It is possible to spot a striped clown fish nestled ... ### Pulau Satonda ### Kenanga Village, Indonesia ### Karimunjawa, Indonesia *Coordinates: -5.83356, 110.451* Covered by coconut trees and surrounded by white sandy beaches, Menyawakan Island lies some 64 nautical miles off Java’s coast in the Karimunjawa archipelago. This tranquil and secluded setting offers tropical and laid back ambiance and good snorkeling. ### Belitung Islands, Indonesia *Coordinates: -2.87089, 107.953* The island of Belitung is large, measuring roughly 4,500 square kilometer (1740 square miles). Along with neighbouring Bangka and the many other surrounding small islands this is not just an archipelago, but a substantial province of Indonesia. Belitung used to have many tin mines, but today the island is better known for its nature. The most distinct features of Belitung’s many beaches are the fa... ### Singapore *Coordinates: 1.26644, 103.86* Advanced, airy and elevated, Singapore is a spectacular, futuristic vision of utopian city life. A healthy population of almost six million call it home, but this is a city designed with space to breathe, and gorgeous outdoor parks, massive indoor greenhouses and beautiful recreational spaces spread between the City of Gardens' skyscrapers and soaring structures. 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