AUSTRALIA

HOBART (HBA)

Hobart, the soulful capital of Tasmania, sits nestled between the deep waters of the Derwent River and the looming, often snow-dusted Kunanyi (Mount Wellington). It remains an effortlessly cool destination for travelers seeking a blend of rugged wilderness and avant-garde culture. Visitors flock to the world-renowned MONA for its provocative art, while the historic Salamanca Market serves as a weekend hub for artisanal treats and local crafts. Stroll through the cobblestone lanes of Battery Point to glimpse colonial history or indulge in the city’s celebrated “paddock-to-plate” dining scene. Hobart is a compact, intimate, and unforgettable gateway.

MOUNT GAMBIER (MGB)

Mount Gambier, the second-largest city in South Australia, is a geological wonderland perched on the slopes of a dormant volcano. It remains a premier stop on the Limestone Coast, world-famous for the Blue Lake/Warwar, which spectacularly shifts from steel-grey to a vibrant cobalt blue every November. Visitors can descend into the Umpherston Sinkhole/Balumbul, a lush “sunken garden” teeming with hanging vines and evening possums, or explore the central Cave Gardens. From the panoramic heights of Centenary Tower to the crystal-clear diving waters of Engelbrecht Cave, Mount Gambier offers a unique subterranean and volcanic adventure.

SYDNEY (SYD)

Sydney, Australia’s sparkling harbor city, is a standout following the grand opening of the new Sydney Fish Market, the world’s third largest. Visitors can scale the Harbour Bridge, take a legendary ferry to Manly, or explore the newly extended Sydney Metro connecting the CBD to vibrant inner suburbs. From May to June, the city transforms into a kaleidoscope of light and music for Vivid Sydney. Whether surfing at Bondi Beach, dining in the chic Barangaroo precinct, or wandering the historic cobblestones of The Rocks, Sydney offers an electrifying blend of coastal relaxation and high-octane global sophistication.