I did a lot of research on Cruise Critic before our trip and found so many of the reviews helpful in planning our trip. I thought I'd return the favor for those yet to take this wonderful cruise. Although I booked the cruise as one 28 day itinerary, it was, in fact, two 14 day cruises, back to back. We were able tot stay in the same cabin during the entire trip.

The first 14 days went to Vanuatu, Fiji and New Caldonia. The next 14 days were in Australia and New Zealand.

We flew from LAX to Nadi Fiji. Our intention was to visit friends there and shorten the long flight time by breaking it up. We flew Air Pacific and got a great price. We spent one night in Fiji and then flew 4 hours to Sydney. We stayed at the Raffles Gateway in which I reserved on Orbitz. I highly recommend this hotel. Nice pool and nice people. Read more