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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.

Muara (Brunei)

Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia)

Loctaed on the northwestern coast of Borneo, Kota Kinabalu, or KK to the locals, is the capital city of the Sabah state. One of the fastest growing cities in Malaysia, its has become a popular gateway for travellers and continues to grow as a popular tourist destination. This bustling, vibrant city offers visitors a wide variety of attractions and activities with its bars, resteraunts and nightlife to rafting and snorkeling and well as boasting stunning scenery in its nationial parks, rainforests and topical islands.

Port of Bitung (Indonesia)

Bitung is a city on the northern coast of the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia. It is in the of North Sulawesi, and neighbours Lembeh Island and the Lembeh Strait, which is known for its colorful marine life, in particular sea slugs.

Ternate (Indonesia)

Teluk Ambon (Molukken, Indonesien)

PORT MORESBY -PAPUA NEW GUINE

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.

Lifou, Loyalty Islands

Located to the east of New Caledonias mainland, The Loyalty Islands are a French territory in the Pacific Ocean. Lifou is the largest and most populated of the islands and boasts stunning fine sandy beaches, lush tropical forrests and spectacular coral reefs off its shores teaming with marine life. Scuba diving, snorkeling and big game fishing are popular activities while the southern coast of Lifou is home to networks of stunning limestone caves that are a popular attraction with visitors along with the Bay of Wanda marine turtle park.

Noumea (New Caledonia)

The isles that form New Caledonia are a paradise lost in the Southern Pacific. It is an area that is worth visiting, specially the villages in the coast and that reflect the lifestyle of the kanak culture. Places to visit: Anse Vata, Baie des Citrons and Pointe Magnin, Le Petit train tour, Pierre Vernier promenade, Place des Cocotiers Square and the Tjibaou Cultural Centre, where the market takes place.

Inyeug (Mystery Island, Vanatu)

Suva (Fidschi)

Suva (Fidschi)

SavuSavu (Fiji)

Apia (Samoa)

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 (Gesellschaftsinseln)

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.

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.

Moorea (Gesellschaftsinseln)

Fakarava, French Polynesia

Between the sean and the sky, Fakarava is a protected atoll, designated as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. This atoll is well known for the outstanding diving sites, specially especially for the 800 meters north of Garoua passes that allow crossing the pelagic fauna and observe rare corals of exceptional quality.

Adamstown (Pitcairn Islands)

Adamstown is the only settlement on, and as such, the capital of, the Pitcairn Islands. The settlement is located on the central-north side of the island of Pitcairn, facing the Pacific Ocean and close to the Bounty Bay , the only seaport of the island. Adamstown has a population of 48, which is the entire population of the Pitcairn Islands: all the other islands in the group are uninhabited. Adamstown is where most residents eat and sleep, while they grow food in other areas of the island. The hamlet currently holds the record for being the smallest capital in the world. It has access to television, satellite internet, and a telephone. The main means of communication is still the ham radio.

Adamstown (Pitcairn Islands)

Adamstown is the only settlement on, and as such, the capital of, the Pitcairn Islands. The settlement is located on the central-north side of the island of Pitcairn, facing the Pacific Ocean and close to the Bounty Bay , the only seaport of the island. Adamstown has a population of 48, which is the entire population of the Pitcairn Islands: all the other islands in the group are uninhabited. Adamstown is where most residents eat and sleep, while they grow food in other areas of the island. The hamlet currently holds the record for being the smallest capital in the world. It has access to television, satellite internet, and a telephone. The main means of communication is still the ham radio.

Hanga Roa

Hanga Roa

San Juan Bautista (Chile, Robinson Crusoe Island)

Valparaiso (Chile)

Considered "the Jewel of Pacific", Valparaíso is a city nestled in a natural amphitheater, surrounded by 45 mounts that fall abruptly into the sea. Declared World Heritage by UNESCO, Valparaíso tells the basis of its development through its historical architecture, its traditions and its art. This city has inspired well-known writers, architects, musicians and draftsmen due to the charms of its colorful scenery. The most prolific writer was Pablo Neruda, who resided in the city, built his house and wrote several of his outstanding works here.

Valparaiso (Chile)

Considered "the Jewel of Pacific", Valparaíso is a city nestled in a natural amphitheater, surrounded by 45 mounts that fall abruptly into the sea. Declared World Heritage by UNESCO, Valparaíso tells the basis of its development through its historical architecture, its traditions and its art. This city has inspired well-known writers, architects, musicians and draftsmen due to the charms of its colorful scenery. The most prolific writer was Pablo Neruda, who resided in the city, built his house and wrote several of his outstanding works here.

Puerto Montt (Chile)

It is the capital od the region of Lagos, at the northern end of the Reloncaví Sound in the Llanquihue Province. Puerto Montt was founded in 1853 by Vicente Perez Rosales. One year before the german immigrants had arrived to the city with Valdivia and Osorno. From the bay of Puerto Montt you can view the Corcovado and the volcanoes of Michinmahuida. The bussiness section and the central services of the city are all around the the Plaza Manuel Irrazabal with a lovely view to the sea, and the cathedral located north of the plaza.

Castro (Chile)

The second biggest town on Chile's Chiloe Island, Castro is a tiny gem located on the scenic coast. Visitors can enjoy the famous local cuisine, especially exotic meat and seafood dishes. Travelers can stroll through the local market, which offers a variety of textured native clothing, hand-crafted artwork, and unique souvenirs.

English Narrows Passage

Pio-XI-Gletscher

Punta Arenas (Chile)

Punta Arenas is a commune and the capital city of Chile's southernmost region, located on the north shore of the Strait of Magallanes. Punta Arenas has been one of only two free ports in Chile. Punta Arenas grew in size and importance due to the increasing maritime traffic and trade destined to the west coast of both South and North America. The geopolitical importance of Punta Arenas has remained high in the 20th and 21st centuries because of its logistic importance in accessing the Antarctic Peninsula. It is among the largest cities in the entire Patagonian Region.

Punta Arenas (Chile)

Punta Arenas is a commune and the capital city of Chile's southernmost region, located on the north shore of the Strait of Magallanes. Punta Arenas has been one of only two free ports in Chile. Punta Arenas grew in size and importance due to the increasing maritime traffic and trade destined to the west coast of both South and North America. The geopolitical importance of Punta Arenas has remained high in the 20th and 21st centuries because of its logistic importance in accessing the Antarctic Peninsula. It is among the largest cities in the entire Patagonian Region.

Aguila & Condor Glaciers

Ushuaia (Argentina)

Ushuaia is the capital of Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur Province, Argentina. It is commonly regarded as the southernmost city in the world. As a center of population, commerce, and culture, and as a town of significant size and importance. Ushuaia however clearly qualifies as a city. Ushuaia is located in a wide bay on the southern coast of Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego, bounded on the north by the Martial mountain range and on the south by the Beagle Channel.

Ushuaia (Argentina)

Ushuaia is the capital of Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur Province, Argentina. It is commonly regarded as the southernmost city in the world. As a center of population, commerce, and culture, and as a town of significant size and importance. Ushuaia however clearly qualifies as a city. Ushuaia is located in a wide bay on the southern coast of Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego, bounded on the north by the Martial mountain range and on the south by the Beagle Channel.

Port Stanley (Flakland Islands)

Stanley is the capital of the archipelago of the Falkland Islands. It is in the east part of the isles, on the east coast (East Falkland). It is a beautiful city with a British stronghold in the Atlantic ocean. There are many known things of England, for example the red telephone cabins, or the typical pubs. The city of Stanley is developed through the fishing and the tourism. The place you cannot miss to visit is the Flaklands Islands Museum.

Port Stanley (Flakland Islands)

Stanley is the capital of the archipelago of the Falkland Islands. It is in the east part of the isles, on the east coast (East Falkland). It is a beautiful city with a British stronghold in the Atlantic ocean. There are many known things of England, for example the red telephone cabins, or the typical pubs. The city of Stanley is developed through the fishing and the tourism. The place you cannot miss to visit is the Flaklands Islands Museum.

Puerto Madryn (Argentina)

Puerto Madryn is a city in the province of Chubut in Argentine Patagonia. It is the capital of the Viedma Department, The climate is that of a temperate semi-desert zone, with an annual precipitation of between 150 and 200 mm. Puerto Madryn is protected by the Golfo Nuevo, which is formed by the Península Valdés and the Punta Ninfas. It is an important centre for tourists visiting the natural attractions of the Península Valdés and the coast. A new shopping mall in the city centre has helped tourism significantly, making Puerto Madryn a more attractive place for both international and domestic tourists visiting Patagonia. It is twinned with Nefyn, a small town on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales, the result of its enduring link with Welsh culture since the Welsh settlement in Argentina.

Puerto Madryn (Argentina)

Puerto Madryn is a city in the province of Chubut in Argentine Patagonia. It is the capital of the Viedma Department, The climate is that of a temperate semi-desert zone, with an annual precipitation of between 150 and 200 mm. Puerto Madryn is protected by the Golfo Nuevo, which is formed by the Península Valdés and the Punta Ninfas. It is an important centre for tourists visiting the natural attractions of the Península Valdés and the coast. A new shopping mall in the city centre has helped tourism significantly, making Puerto Madryn a more attractive place for both international and domestic tourists visiting Patagonia. It is twinned with Nefyn, a small town on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales, the result of its enduring link with Welsh culture since the Welsh settlement in Argentina.

Montevideo (Uruguay)

Montevideo (Uruguay)

Montevideo (Uruguay)

Punta del Este (Uruguay)

Punta del Este is a city on the southern tip of Uruguay, located on the peninsula that closes the bay of Maldonado. It counts with excellent beaches, beautiful seaside mansions, tree-lined streets, chic boutiques and stylish people. Punta del Este has two coasts, one of them is quiet and calm, called mansa, and the other one is windy, with some lovely places to surf, called brava. Many famous beaches like La playa de los Dedos,which is near the center in Punta del Este, close to a surf spot, famous due to the sculpture of a giant hand emerging from the sand. In La Barra, the Bikini Beach is famous because of the models and famous people that visit.

Balneário Camboriú (Brasilien)

Sao Francisco do Sul, Brazil

Sao Francisco do Sul is located on the north coast of the district of Santa Catarina, in the Island of Sao Francisco, beeing this one the largest island. It is well known due its beautiful beaches.

Paranaguá (Brasil)

Paranaguá (Brasil)

Santos (Sao Paulo)

Santos is a municipality in the Sao Paulo state of Brazil. It is partially located on the island of Sao Vicente, which harbors both the city of Santos and the city of Sao Vicente, and partially on the mainland. It is the main city in the metropolitan region of Baixada Santista. The city is also home to the Coffee Museum, where, once, coffee prices were negotiated. There is also a football memorial, dedicated to the citys greatest players, which includes Pele, who played for Santos Futebol Clube. Its beachfront garden, figures in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest beachfront garden in the world.

Abraão (Ilha Grande, Brasilien)

Abraão (Ilha Grande, Brasilien)

Paraty

Paraty

Rio de Janeiro

The city sports world-class hotels, approximately 49.70 miles of beachland, is one of the most visited cities in the southern hemisphere and is known for its natural settings, carnival celebrations, samba, Bossa Nova, balneario beaches such as Barra da Tijuca, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon. Some of the most famous landmarks in addition to the beaches include the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer ("Cristo Redentor") atop Corcovado mountain, named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World; Sugarloaf mountain (Pão de Açúcar) with its cable car; the Sambódromo, a permanent grandstand-lined parade avenue which is used during Carnival; and Maracanã Stadium, one of the world's largest football stadiums.

Rio de Janeiro

The city sports world-class hotels, approximately 49.70 miles of beachland, is one of the most visited cities in the southern hemisphere and is known for its natural settings, carnival celebrations, samba, Bossa Nova, balneario beaches such as Barra da Tijuca, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon. Some of the most famous landmarks in addition to the beaches include the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer ("Cristo Redentor") atop Corcovado mountain, named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World; Sugarloaf mountain (Pão de Açúcar) with its cable car; the Sambódromo, a permanent grandstand-lined parade avenue which is used during Carnival; and Maracanã Stadium, one of the world's largest football stadiums.

Rio de Janeiro

The city sports world-class hotels, approximately 49.70 miles of beachland, is one of the most visited cities in the southern hemisphere and is known for its natural settings, carnival celebrations, samba, Bossa Nova, balneario beaches such as Barra da Tijuca, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon. Some of the most famous landmarks in addition to the beaches include the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer ("Cristo Redentor") atop Corcovado mountain, named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World; Sugarloaf mountain (Pão de Açúcar) with its cable car; the Sambódromo, a permanent grandstand-lined parade avenue which is used during Carnival; and Maracanã Stadium, one of the world's largest football stadiums.

Búzios (Brasilien)

Vitória (Brasilien)

Ilheus (Brazil)

Ilhéus is a major city located in the southern coastal region of Bahia, Brazil. The city was originally founded in 1534 as Vila de São Jorge dos Ilhéus and is known as one of the most important tourism centers of the northeast of Brazil. Ilheus boats beautiful beaches and a rich cultural heritage that includes early Portuguese buildings, history and culinary distinctions.

Salvador Bahia (Brazil)

Salvador is also known as Brazil's capital of happiness due to its countless popular outdoor parties, including its street carnival. The first colonial capital of Brazil, the city is one of the oldest in the Americas. The city of Salvador is notable in Brazil for its cuisine, music and architecture, and its metropolitan area is the wealthiest in Brazil's Northeast. The African influence in many cultural aspects of the city makes it the centre of Afro-Brazilian culture. The Salvador coastline is one of the longest for cities in Brazil. There are 80 km (50 mi) of beaches distributed between the High City and the Low City, from Inema, in the railroad suburb to the Praia do Flamengo, on the other side of town. While the Low City beaches are bordered by the waters of the All Saints Bay (the country's most extensive bay), the High City beaches, from Farol da Barra to Flamengo, are bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The exception is Porto da Barra Beach, the only High City beach located in the All Saints Bay.

Salvador Bahia (Brazil)

Salvador is also known as Brazil's capital of happiness due to its countless popular outdoor parties, including its street carnival. The first colonial capital of Brazil, the city is one of the oldest in the Americas. The city of Salvador is notable in Brazil for its cuisine, music and architecture, and its metropolitan area is the wealthiest in Brazil's Northeast. The African influence in many cultural aspects of the city makes it the centre of Afro-Brazilian culture. The Salvador coastline is one of the longest for cities in Brazil. There are 80 km (50 mi) of beaches distributed between the High City and the Low City, from Inema, in the railroad suburb to the Praia do Flamengo, on the other side of town. While the Low City beaches are bordered by the waters of the All Saints Bay (the country's most extensive bay), the High City beaches, from Farol da Barra to Flamengo, are bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The exception is Porto da Barra Beach, the only High City beach located in the All Saints Bay.

Recife (Brasilien)

Fortaleza (Brazil)

Fortaleza is the state capital of Ceará, located in northeastern Brazil. Its climate, warm ocean waters and the sandy beaches are of great importance to the tourists. Here we can find that many of the old hotels have been transformed for European owned international resorts. The great nightlife is full of festivities. Bars, restaurants and shows as the principal attraction. One of the most know beaches is the Praia de Iracema, is home of many bars and restaurants. It includes the Ponte dos Ingleses which is an ideal location to see the sunset and for watching dolphins swimming in the clear waters of the ocean. The Praia do Futuro beach is an attractive location with many beachside restaurants, built in the local style using straw and sticks, called "Barracas de Praia"

Fortaleza (Brazil)

Fortaleza is the state capital of Ceará, located in northeastern Brazil. Its climate, warm ocean waters and the sandy beaches are of great importance to the tourists. Here we can find that many of the old hotels have been transformed for European owned international resorts. The great nightlife is full of festivities. Bars, restaurants and shows as the principal attraction. One of the most know beaches is the Praia de Iracema, is home of many bars and restaurants. It includes the Ponte dos Ingleses which is an ideal location to see the sunset and for watching dolphins swimming in the clear waters of the ocean. The Praia do Futuro beach is an attractive location with many beachside restaurants, built in the local style using straw and sticks, called "Barracas de Praia"

Praia (Ilha de Santiago)

The island of Santiago in the Cape Verde Islands is the one with the most impressive history and is certainly also the most African´ of the islands. In the culture, in everyday life, the different African and Portuguese influences can be seen everywhere. The landscape of the island is just as attractive and contrasting: rivers, mountains, green areas and beautiful beaches. Dry on the coast and volcanic green in the mountains. The capital, Praia, is to the south and the harbor is sheltered by a bay, surrounded by hustle and bustle.

Mindelo (Cape Verde)

Found on the island of Sao Vicente, Mindelo is regarded as Cape Verdes liveliest and most beautiful city. The cultural center of the Capr Verde islands, The island boasts barren yet spectacular volcanic landscapes bordered by white sand beaches and crytal clear waters. Mindelo is a picturesque town lined with cobbled streets that lead onto wide palm tree laden avenues, colourful buildings and architecture from the Portuguese and British colonial era. Home to carnivals and festivals, it also boasts vibrant nightlife with a wealth of cafes, pubs, restaurants and nightclubs. The distinctive and beautiful Morna music is a trademark of Mindelo and Cape Verde. The bay, Porto Grande, has also been classified by UNESCO as one of the most beautiful in the world

Mindelo (Cape Verde)

Found on the island of Sao Vicente, Mindelo is regarded as Cape Verdes liveliest and most beautiful city. The cultural center of the Capr Verde islands, The island boasts barren yet spectacular volcanic landscapes bordered by white sand beaches and crytal clear waters. Mindelo is a picturesque town lined with cobbled streets that lead onto wide palm tree laden avenues, colourful buildings and architecture from the Portuguese and British colonial era. Home to carnivals and festivals, it also boasts vibrant nightlife with a wealth of cafes, pubs, restaurants and nightclubs. The distinctive and beautiful Morna music is a trademark of Mindelo and Cape Verde. The bay, Porto Grande, has also been classified by UNESCO as one of the most beautiful in the world

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife port of fishing, commercial, passenger and sports in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife, located in the Atlantic Ocean. Next to this port is the famous building of the Auditorio de Tenerife. It has a significant relevance in two categories: Cruise Passengers and in Fresh Fish caught. Due to the importance of interinsular maritime transport, it also holds a dominant position in Passenger Transport. Some of the world's largest ocean liners have stopped in the Port. The proximity of two international airports backs up its position as base for cruises.