Auckland to Jakarta

Auckland in the North Island of New Zealand, is the largest and most populous urban area in the country. Auckland has a population of 1,454,300 - 32 percent of New Zealand's population. It is part of the wider Auckland Region, which includes the rural areas and towns north and south of the urban area, plus the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, resulting in a total population of 1,570,500 that is governed by the Auckland Council. Auckland also has the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world. In Maori, Auckland's name is Tamaki Makaurau and the adaptation of Auckland, to suit Maori phonetic rules, is Akarana.

Feel like you're in paradise in this gorgeous town, known for its beautiful bays, majestic waterfalls, and delicious fresh seafood.

Napier is a popular tourist city, with a unique concentration of 1930s Art Deco architecture, built after much of the city was razed in the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake. It also has one of the most photographed tourist attractions in the country, a statue on Marine Parade called Pania of the Reef. Thousands of people flock to Napier every February for the Tremains Art Deco Weekend event, a celebration of its Art Deco heritage and history. Other notable tourist events attracting many outsiders to the region annually include F.A.W.C! Food and Wine Classic events, and the Mission Estate Concert at Mission Estate and Winery in the suburb of Taradale.

With museums, parks, and art galleries, Hastings true draw is its amazing food scene, with fine wine, farmers markets, and more.

Pack your hiking boots for a stay in Turangi, the best destination for exploring the Tongariro National Park.

Tourism plays a major part in the Cairns economy. The Cairns region is the fourth-most popular destination for international tourists in Australia after Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. There is a growing interest in Cairns from the Chinese leisure market with occasional direct flights from Chinese cities such as Shanghai and Guangzhou. The city is near the Great Barrier Reef, the Wet Tropics of Queensland, and the Atherton Tableland. The Cairns esplanade includes a swimming lagoon with adjoining barbecue areas.

With easy access to the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, this coastal town is also known for its stunning beaches.

Each of the city’s districts has its own charm, featuring historical monuments, impressive architecture, stylish boutiques, and culinary delights. Sydney's lush parks and green expanses cater to nature enthusiasts, providing stunning views and peaceful havens, and Sydney’s cultural landscape combines world-class museums, galleries, and international events. 

The Rocks, as the Sydney natives call the historic city center, was the shore where the first settlers of the city docked. Many of the settlers – prisoners who were exiled to this new penal colony – set up tents here as did many of the other immigrants who flocked here following rumors of the discovery of gold in Australia. The area became notorious during the 19th century as a center for poverty, neglect, prostitution, and crime.

What do you think was chosen as the symbol of the 2000 Sydney Olympics? The Sydney Opera House, of course! The Opera House combines a prime location on a peninsula in the heart of Jackson Bay with its unique shape – an architectural wonder with sail-shaped shells forming the roof. It has become an icon of Sydney and the most photographed site in the city.

If you’re looking for an unforgettable and adrenaline-pumping experience in Sydney, climbing the arch that stretches over the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge is it! You’ll be joining the distinguished list of celebs who have done it, including Will Smith, Nicole Kidman, Cameron Diaz, Robert De Niro, and even Prince Harry.

With 17 pristine beaches, proximity to Royal National Park, and amazing nightlife and restaurants, this seaside city has much to offer.

The Taronga Zoo, located in the northern part of Sydney on the shores of the Sydney Harbour, is one of the most beautiful and well-known zoos in the world. The zoo is built on a mountainside in the suburb of Mosman with spectacular views of the Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. The zoo is easily accessible via a 12-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay.

The heart of the Blue Mountains, this town offers access to natural attractions, including waterfalls, rock formations, and valleys.

Ready for an extraordinary underwater adventure? At the Sydney Sea Life Aquarium in Darling Harbour, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a magical world under the sea. Walk through transparent glass tunnels with sea animals of hundreds of varieties swimming around you, feed penguins, and even snorkel with sharks...

Ready to unwind after a packed day or to escape from the sun in a beautiful, shady spot? It’s time to get to know Sydney’s “Green Lung”! Right in the heart of the city, a few minutes' walk from the business center, the Rocks, and the Circular Quay area, you’ll find the stunning Royal Botanical Garden and the adjoining open space known as “The Domain.”

Situated in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, this small town offers access to some of Australia's incredible scenery.

Near Darling Harbor and Chinatown, you will find one of the city's best and most contemporary museums - the Powerhouse Museum, also known as the Powerhouse Ultimo. As its name implies, the museum is located in a huge building which was used for many years as the city's central power station until the municipal tram service ceased in 1961.

Here is an invitation to observe Sydney from a slightly different perspective!
The Sydney Tower, the tallest building in the city and the second tallest observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere, is a Sydney icon offering breathtaking 360 degree views from its observation deck. Ride up the high-speed elevator at the Sydney Tower Eye for less than a minute, and you will be at close to 820 feet -on clear days, you can even see as far as the Blue Mountains towering far to the west!

A former industrial center, Newcastle is known for its beautiful bay and beaches, great eateries, and rich arts and music scene.

Orange is a city in the region of New South Wales, Australia. Orange region is good for grapegrowing and winemaking and is home to many Wineries. some other attractions include Borenore Caves, Federal Falls and Robertson Park.

Albury is a major regional city in New South Wales, Australia. Central Albury comprises the central business district, with Dean Street forming the axis of the main shopping district. A cultural precinct is centred on QE2 Square, including the Albury Library Museum, Albury Regional Art Gallery, Albury Performing Arts Centre and Murray Conservatorium. The region surrounding Albury provides a variety of tourist attractions, including the wine region around Rutherglen, the historic goldfield towns of Beechworth and Yackandandah, Lake Hume, the forests and mountains of the Great Dividing Range and slightly further afield are the snowfields Falls Creek and Mount Hotham.

With skiing trails ranging over several difficulty levels, this popular resort also boasts good nightlife in season.

Melbourne, the capital of the State of Victoria and the second largest city on the continent, is home to great architecture from the Victorian era, green parks, some of the world’s most beautiful and well-known botanical gardens, a thriving food scene, outstanding museums, and great shopping. And let’s not forget the beautiful nature sites in and around the city, including the Yarra River which flows through it.

A big city with a small town feel, Geelong offers beautiful scenery, excellent food, and cultural venues.

A major 19C gold rush city, Ballart is home to botanical gardens, art galleries, museums, and splendid Victorian architecture.

Bendigo is a city in Victoria, Australia. Major features of the City include the Greater Bendigo National Park, Lake Eppalock and The Great Stupa, among many others. The Capital Theatre is located in View Street and hosts performing arts and live music. The city hosts the Victorian event of the annual Groovin' the Moo music festival, which hosts many big Australian and international acts and is held at the Bendigo Showgrounds and is usually held in late April or early May.

A major 19C gold rush city, Ballart is home to botanical gardens, art galleries, museums, and splendid Victorian architecture.

Katherine is a town in Northern Territory, Australia situated on the Katherine River. Beginning as an outpost established with the Australian Overland Telegraph Line on the North-South transport route between Darwin and Adelaide, Katherine has grown with the development of transport and local industries including mining – particularly gold mining; a strategic military function with RAAF Base Tindal; also as a tourism gateway to the attractions of nearby Nitmiluk National Park, particularly Katherine Gorge and its many ancient rock paintings. The region is known to experience heavy flooding during "the wet season".