Punakha sits in one of Bhutan’s most fertile valleys, cradled where the Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu rivers meet. For centuries it served as the kingdom’s capital and remains a place rich with stories woven through its fields, temples, and riverbanks. The city’s low elevation brings warmer weather than much of Bhutan’s highland regions, and rice paddies fill the landscape with vivid green during planting and golden hues at harvest.

The capital of French Polynesia, Papeete is a veritable island paradise with bright cerulean waters, iconic overwater bungalows, and palm trees galore.

Saipan, the largest of the Northern Mariana Islands, offers a rare combination of deep historical roots, island traditions, and dramatic landscapes. Located in the western Pacific, this U.S. territory was once the site of one of the most pivotal battles in the Pacific during World War II. Visitors today can explore the remains of bunkers, tanks, and hidden caves at sites like Suicide Cliff, Last Command Post, and the American Memorial Park.

The city of Macau, located on the Pearl River Delta, is a destination where centuries of history meet modern vibrancy. Once a Portuguese colony, its streets still carry the marks of European influence: ornate churches, tiled plazas, and pastel façades sit alongside traditional Chinese temples and narrow alleyways filled with shops and markets.

Orpheus Island is totally unspoilt and has its own National Park. Beautiful sunny beaches offer you total seclusion. You can also enjoy sailing, windsurfing, snorkeling and coral viewing. A choice of beach-front bures or studios, along with some of the fines food and wine selections in Australia, make Orpheus a great choice for your island stop over.