EXPLORE OCEANIA
Oceania
Big-city harbors, volcanic islands and some of the best beaches on the planet. Choose a country below to start planning.
Why visit Oceania
Oceania spans the cities and coastlines of Australia and New Zealand through to the islands of the South Pacific. You can snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, road-trip New Zealand’s South Island, or slow right down on a quiet island in Fiji or French Polynesia.
The guides below cover each destination’s highlights, when to visit, and how to get around. Start there to plan a trip that balances the cities with island time.
Explore countries in Oceania
Choose a country to start planning. In-depth city guides are on the way.
AustraliaSydney, Melbourne, Brisbane & more →New ZealandAuckland, Queenstown, Wellington & more →FijiNadi, Suva, Denarau & more →French PolynesiaPapeete, Bora Bora, Moorea & more →SamoaApia, Upolu, Savai'i & more →VanuatuPort Vila, Luganville, Tanna & more →Cook IslandsAvarua, Aitutaki, Muri & more →TongaNuku'alofa, Neiafu, Ha'apai & more →PalauKoror, Melekeok, Airai & more →Solomon IslandsHoniara, Gizo, Auki & more →
Planning a trip to Oceania?
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Oceania?
Seasons are reversed from the northern hemisphere. Australia and New Zealand are warmest from December to February, while the Pacific islands are driest from roughly May to October.
Are the Pacific islands hard to reach?
Most connect through hubs like Nadi, Auckland or Papeete. Internal transfers can involve small planes or boats, so allow extra time.
How long should I spend?
Distances are large and flights are long, so two to three weeks lets you enjoy a country or two without rushing.