Summer cruise escape to Vanuatu and New Caledonia

Port Vila, or simply Vila, is the capital of Vanuatu. Set around pretty Vila Bay and a series of lagoons, beaches and offshore islands, Vila is a compact but bustling port town with restaurants, cafes, souvenir shops and nearby attractions such as the Mele Cascades waterfall. Check out Mama’s Market, the cultural hub of Vanuatu, where you can sample sweet, local bananas or shop for traditional handicrafts. Or take a boat excursion to Pele Island. Here, you’ll discover picturesque beaches shaded by palm trees overlooking clear, blue seas perfect for snorkelling.

Located on the southernmost point of the Vanuatu archipelago, Mystery Island is uninhabited. Formerly used by the Allied forces as a landing strip in WWII, palm trees, sandy beaches and sweet seclusion are all that remain. The locals live across the water on Tanna and visit the island by day to spread their warmth, culture, and wares.

Called the French Riviera of the South Pacific, the final port of call - Noumea boasts authentic French restaurants and cafes, boutiques stocked with French design, supermarkets heaving with Camembert and Brie cheese. Explore the Place des Cocotiers. Here, you can shop for local handmade goods, fashion and delicious finger food and snacks. Visit Noumea’s aquarium, where you can view endangered sea turtles. Undertake a snorkelling trip with access to colourful reefs teeming with tropical fish. Journey to the summit of Ouen Toro, and drink in the views of the city, the lagoon and mountain foothills. Or relax on the picturesque beach at lemon tree-lined Baie des Citrons.

Quantum of the Seas® is a fully immersive ship filled with revolutionary feats from bow to stern. Think show-stopping entertainment that blends art and music with cutting-edge technology. Thrilling activities that the whole family can enjoy in any weather. And unparalleled views from every room – even Interior staterooms let you scope out the sights in real-time from a Virtual Balcony. Defy gravity without ever leaving the deck on RipCord by iFLY— the first skydiving simulator at sea. Watch a robot mix your cocktails at Bionic Bar, and hit the SeaPlex for the first bumper cars, roller skating and circus school at sea.

With a choice of 11 restaurants and cafes, you can enjoy everything from hot dogs, pizza, and New Orleans-style muffuletta piled high with cold cuts and cheese right through to fine dining. Your cruise package includes all meals. Dining choices aboard Quantum are many and varied. They include Windjammer and the Main Dining Room, Sorrento’s Pizzeria, the Café @TWO70, Café Promenade and Dog House. Optional dining is available at an additional cost at Jamie’s Italian, La Patisserie, Chops Grill, Wonderland, and Izumi Sushi. And, for a nominal charge, room service dining is also available in the comfort of your stateroom.