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As the main island of French Polynesia, Tahiti is famous for its stunning beauty, with mountains, jungles and reefs, and a lively but chic island culture.

Blessed with more than 100 beaches and buzzing with youthful vitality, when it comes to the good life it’s hard to beat the Harbour City.

Plan a family vacation, honeymoon or destination wedding at this exquisite private island resort off the coast of Espiritu Santo.

Have an up-close experience with macaws and Australian parrots in this aviary and garden surrounded by rainforest, which overlooks the Glass House Mountains.

A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects. 

Visitors flock to this geothermal site to enjoy its hot springs, mud pools, watersports and fascinating Maori culture.

Auckland’s city center feels like another world when compared to this scenic waterfront suburb, filled with great restaurants, art galleries and fine beaches.

Rarely has a coastline been more perfectly named: Put on a face mask, step off the beach and drift across a coral wonderland. 

Divine aromas, delightful tastes and a sea of color stir the senses in this traditional marketplace full of exotic fruit, tropical fish and handmade artifacts.

With bustling markets, long beaches and amazing wildlife, this tropical island has appeal for all tastes. 

Nestled beneath a mountainous national park on the shores of beautiful Lake Wanaka, this resort town offers skiing in winter, water sports in summer and stunning scenery all year.

Set your watch to island time in French Polynesia’s most populated archipelago, where emerald mountains tumble down to palm-fringed beaches and pristine lagoons.

With miles of open lawns and vibrant flower beds, this serene area of parkland ensures Christchurch’s reputation as a garden city.

Set your watch to island time in French Polynesia’s most populated archipelago, where emerald mountains tumble down to palm-fringed beaches and pristine lagoons.

Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

World-class shopping at over 700 stores, farm animals and even a few ghosts make this much more than a typical shopping mall.

Just minutes from the island’s main urban hub, this haven of clear pools and waterfalls hidden within the jungle makes a perfect daytrip.

Lie down on the sand, visit a penguin colony and go on scenic coastal walks and bike rides at this seaside getaway.

See how roses are tested for Australia’s climate while you return to nature in these historic gardens.

See rare and ancient plants, edible landscapes and exotic specimens at one of Australia\'s oldest public gardens.

Surround yourself with greenery in one of Mount Gambier’s most attractive sunken gardens, where you can visit at any time of day for an atmospheric experience.

Your best chance of seeing rare native species in the wild, this eco-attraction is a fenced valley that protects many native bird species.