Oceania

Oceania is enormous, so there's no realistic way to see it all in one trip. Three to four weeks is enough to explore one country, while two months or more gives you time to combine Australia, New Zealand and some of the Pacific islands without constantly rushing.

It can be, particularly in Australia and New Zealand. Hostels, supermarkets, camping and cooking your own meals can help keep costs down, while travelling with others and splitting the cost of a campervan or rental car can make a big difference.

It depends heavily on where you're going. Road trips are ideal for exploring Australia and New Zealand, while buses and trains work well between major towns and cities. If you're heading to the Pacific islands, you'll generally need to rely on flights, with ferries useful in some island groups.

Australia and New Zealand are the obvious starting points, but there's much more to the region. Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu and the Cook Islands offer tropical beaches, diving and island culture, while destinations such as Papua New Guinea offer a much more adventurous experience.