AUSTRALIA

The following are the heritage sites, grouped into recommended gateway cities. This may help in planning on the logistics (travel and accommodation) of your journey.

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.

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.