Whether you know it as the ‘Big Apple’ or the ‘City That Never Sleeps’, New York City is a paradise that blends rich history with modern attractions. Crammed full of exceptional sights, iconic landmarks, and diverse neighbourhoods, New York is pulsing with palpable energy and offers an unforgettable experience.

Capital of the Dutch island Aruba, Oranjestad is a seaport located on the western coast of the Caribbean Sea. A charismatic yet rugged city, with a rustic edge, it oozes culture, authenticity, and charm.

If you are interested in maritime engineering or iconic journeys, this should be high up your list of must-sails. This legendary canal is steeped with intrigue and blessed with ever-changing scenery.

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Sierra Madre mountains, Puerto Vallarta is a colourful stop on your Central American itinerary. It's historic cobblestone town centre and beachside promenade are sure to charm every visitor.

Nestled on the eastern shores of Hawaii’s ‘Big Island’, Hilo is an Edenesque city peppered with cascading waterfalls and vibrant gardens.

Aloha Honolulu. Synonymous with lilting music and magnificent beaches, like world-famous Waikiki, it’s also awash with shops, restaurants, and a multitude of historic, cultural and scenic attractions.

Perched on the west coast, Lautoka, is not only the second largest city among Fiji's 332 islands, it is also the second gateway, after the capital city Suva, to Fiji's experience of tropical paradise.

The stunning harbour city, Sydney, is Australia’s oldest and largest urban centre. Gold mining and sheep breeding propelled Sydney’s development, and today it’s the largest port in the entire South Pacific. Mark Twain called it “the wonder of the world”.

With waters that radiate turquoise intensity, sands as white as snow and forests the colour of emeralds, the 74 islands that make up the Whitsundays are the definition of paradise - so beautiful you’ll hesitate to leave.

Cairns port guide

Laid-back Cairns is located in the tropical Far North of Queensland. It’s the remarkable gateway to the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, a spectacular location renowned for snorkelling and diving amongst kaleidoscopic marine life and coral.

A mecca for divers and a haven for lovers of the great outdoors, Cairns is a unique city and home to two World Heritage sites – the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree National Park. A visit to Cairns offers an ultimate tropical discovery.

Cairns’ cruise port is situated next to the vibrant city centre. Here you’ll find extensive shopping and dining experiences, and direct access to the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage Tropical Rainforests. 

Located on Palawan Island in the western Philippines, Puerto Princesa brings an enchanting blend of tropical beauty and energetic city life.

Contradiction is part of Hong Kong’s attraction. While the city buzzes with modern commerce, soaring skyscrapers and sophistication, it remains a place of ancient beliefs and intriguing local customs.

A stretch of coastline quite unlike any other in the South China Sea. Passing coastal sand dunes, beautiful green hills and paddy fields, you sail to the historic Vietnamese cities of Hue and Da Nang.

The port of Phu My is one of Vietnam’s culinary centres, and your gateway to exploring history-rich Ho Chi Minh City and the seaside resort of Vung Tau. The vibrancy and history offered is enticing.

Among the one of the world’s busiest ports and prosperous cities, Singapore is full of culture, history and excitement, where you are welcome to enjoy a tropical climate and multicultural population.

The beating heart of Mauritius is Port Louis, its capital city. Combining a rich array of cultures, languages and influences, Port Louis is a truly fascinating place to sit and watch the world go by.

East of Madagascar, the warmly inviting Réunion offers a little taste of French culture on a tropical island full of cultural Creole buildings and an expansive range of superb geographical diversity.

Durban is an attractive city, whose long beach front and glass buildings look out onto the Indian Ocean. Inland, spectacular landscapes and Africa’s unique wildlife are waiting to captivate you.

As you sail to Port Elizabeth, or ‘The Bay’, you begin to sense the energy and prosperity of this thriving city. It is one of the largest, sunniest and wonderfully vibrant cities in all South Africa.

Cape Town isn’t just one of the most beautiful cities in the world – it’s also circled by magnificent beaches, rugged mountains and idyllic vineyards, all located on the stunning shores of Table Bay.

Welcome to Walvis Bay, Namibia – a coastal paradise where desert landscapes meet the Atlantic Ocean. This unique destination offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural diversity, and exciting adventures, making it a memorable stop on your cruise itinerary.

From vibrant street markets and colourful streets to peaceful golden beaches, the Senegalese capital of Dakar makes for a captivating stop on any Cunard cruise to Africa.

Nestled in a natural harbour on the northeast coast of the island, Santa Cruz de Tenerife cruise port sits less than a kilometre from the main town square, Plaza de Espana. Its location makes it easy for you to branch off and experience the wonders that the island of Tenerife has to offer, but the port has an enchanting presence in itself too. It’s full of brightly painted buildings and rich, historical architecture, as well as plentiful shops, restaurants, and cafes.

Step off your cruise ship and into a little piece of Portuguese paradise in the archipelago of Madeira, in the Atlantic Ocean.

Seventy miles from the sea, on the Elbe River in northern Germany, Hamburg is the second largest port city in Europe and one of Germany’s most cosmopolitan, dynamic and fascinating destinations. The city has some 2,000 plus bridges - more than Venice and Amsterdam combined, earning Hamburg the moniker the ‘Venice of the North’.