January 13
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Florida’s Fort
Lauderdale welcomes you with seven
miles of perfect beach. If you’re
not the sunbathing type, you can get
in some shopping on the Riverwalk,
or set out to see the natural
wonders of stunning Everglades
National Park.
January 16
Bridgetown, Barbados
Seek out the island’s rich natural
bounty. Pass swirling sugar cane to
Andromeda Gardens, abloom with
orchids and hibiscus, before heading
for the dramatic, chiseled
formations of Bathsheba Rocks.
January 22
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil
Survey the
natural splendour of this
effervescent city from atop
Sugarloaf Mountain or at the foot of
the statue of Christ the Redeemer,
then witness displays of two
exuberant Brazilian passions: samba
and capoeira.
January 25
Montevideo, Uruguay
A monument to
local hero José Artigas welcomes you
to Uruguay’s charming capital city,
where from the banks of the Rio de
Plata you can explore all the
sights.
January 31
Santiago (Valparaiso), Chile
Set like a
pearl in a ring of mountains,
Chile’s capital of Santiago is one
of South America’s most lovely
cities. You’ll enjoy colonial
architecture, tree-lined streets and
beautiful parks. And Chile’s
renowned wine region is a short
distance away.
February 3
Lima (Callao), Peru
Lovely Spanish
architecture, world-class museums
and ancient Incan ruins brand Lima
as one of South America’s most
fascinating, civilized cities. While
here, don’t miss visits to the main
square, the Presidential Palace,
City Hall and the spectacular
cathedral.
February 7
Acapulco, Mexico
Fulfill a
lifelong dream as you splash and
swim with dolphins at Cici Aquatic
Park. Or venture to La Quebrada,
where daredevil divers plunge from
the cliffs into the Pacific waters
130 feet below.
February 10
Los Angeles, California
The City of
Angels opens its arms to the casual
visitor, who in a day can stroll the
eccentric boardwalk at Venice Beach,
shop the exclusive boutiques of
Beverly Hills, count the stars on
Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame,
and visit the renowned Getty Center
with spectacular views of city and
coast.
February 15
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
Swoop above
Oahu by helicopter for a spectacular
bird’s eye view of Honolulu Harbor
and Queen Mary 2, Waikiki Beach and
Diamond Head Crater. It’s simply
magical.
February 19
Pago Pago, American Samoa
From the
sparkling bay, ringed by jungle
cloaked mountains, discover the tiny
villages and bays that fringe the
shores of this South Seas paradise,
along with natural landmarks like
Flower Pot Rock.
February 23
Auckland, New Zealand
From the “City
of Sails,” head for dramatic Waitomo
Caves and follow an underground
river to the Glow Worm Grotto, whose
tiny namesake residents fill the
cavern with blue lights reminiscent
of a star-filled sky.
February 26
Sydney, Australia
Explore the
‘original’ Sydney, as you wander the
historic Rocks District. Set beside
the beautiful harbour, sandstone
terraced houses, old worlde pubs,
galleries and museums all vie for
your attention. And don’t miss the
city’s most iconic of sights — the
world-famous Opera House.
March 6
Yokohamoa (for Tokyo), Japan
Head for the exciting nearby
metropolis of Tokyo with its ancient
temples, exquisite gardens and
palaces.
March 9
Hong Kong
Delve into
age-old beliefs at Man Mo and Tin
Hau Temples, the latter adorned with
scarlet and gold incense sticks. Or
visit a traditional fishing village
on Lantau Island, then climb to the
Lin Po Monastery and admire its
magnificent bronze Buddha.
March 12
Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand
In the bustling
‘Venice of the East’ navigate the
Chao Phraya River and the lively
klongs, or canals. Back on dry land,
wander amidst glittering spires
adorned with delicate mosaics in the
Royal Palace or gaze upon the
incredible Emerald Buddha.
March 14
Singapore
Stroll through
the unrivalled collection of
fragrant orchids at the Botanical
Gardens. By then you’ll have worked
up a thirst for exquisite high tea
at the renowned Raffles Hotel. How
wonderfully civilized.
March 18
Goa (Mormugao), India
Try to imagine
15th-century Old Goa in all its
imperial glory, as you wander the
twisting streets stopping to visit
extravagant churches with gilded
interiors, grandiose convents and
fabulous arches wrapped in lush
foliage.
March 21
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Venture out
into the rolling desert dunes on an
exhilarating 4-wheel drive safari.
Your destination is an authentic
Arab campsite for camel rides and
energetic belly dancing displays.
Or, stay in town and marvel at the
excesses of this complicated city.
March 23
Salalah, Oman
Take in the
superb Omani architecture, admiring
the intricate mosaics of Shanfari
Mosque and the resplendent grounds
of Al Husn Palace.Then delve into Al
Husn Souq, scented with the aroma of
myrrh and frankincense.
March 28
Alexandria (for Giza/Cairo), Egypt
This Red Sea
resort is your gateway to a host of
timeless wonders. Marvel at the
imposing Temple of Karnak, the
nearby ruins of Luxor and the
elaborate murals that adorn ancient
tombs lining the Valley of the
Kings.
March 30
Athens, Greece
Unearth the
wondrous legacies of the ancients,
like the bronze statue of Poseidon
and the golden mask of Agamemnon, at
the Archaeological Museum. Later,
ascend the Acropolis and stand
alongside the iconic Parthenon for a
great view across the city.
April 1
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Imagine the
clash of gladiators’ swords in the
cavernous Colosseum, cast a coin
into the ornate Trevi Fountain and
sip a cappuccino in lively Piazza
Navona.Then meander to the Vatican
Museum and set eyes upon
Michelangelo’s exquisite Sistine
Chapel frescoes.
April 2
Cannes, France
Drop by a host
of fashionable Riviera spots. Browse
the sweet-scented flower market of
old Nice, visit Medieval Eze perched
in the hills, and tour Monaco’s
famed casino — resplendent inside
and out.
April 3
Barcelona, Spain
Visit the
palatial Picasso Museum and Gaudi’s
Sagrada Familia.Then stroll the
atmospheric Gothic Quarter, a jumble
of courtyards and cobbled alleys.
April 7
Paris/Normandy (Le Havre)
What a finale,
as you acquaint yourself with
highlights of the Louvre’s priceless
art, like Venus de Milo and the Mona
Lisa. Or survey Paris from atop
Montmartre’s Sacré Coeur.
April 8
Southampton, England
From the
bustling port of Southampton,
magnificent London awaits with such
storied attractions as the Tower of
London and Buckingham Palace, where
you may try to get the guards to
crack a smile.
April 14
New York, New York
So many iconic experiences await,
from the stores of Fifth Avenue to
the Empire State Building’s famed
views, from Lady Liberty to the
gorgeous Grand Central Station.