South Pacific
Meet the happiest people and be in the safest place in the world. One can find both only in South Pacific countries. The South Pacific islands are not much popular among tourists but it has most beautiful beaches to tropical forests. It is only here that you can see Mother Nature at its best.
Travel to South Pacific
The Australian International airlines are Qantas Airways, Air Pacific, Air New Zealand and Solomon Islands and major domestic service is given by Qantas Airways. The Australian International airlines has service to almost all islands in South Pacific region. The Air New Zealand and Qantas New Zealand have flights throughout the New Zealand. Those who need to go to South Pacific Islands must first come to Australia or New Zealand from where they can get flight to desired destinations.
Attractions
You look up and see clear blue sky. You look down and see clear blue water. The South Pacific region boasts of fantastic sea-scenery. It is like blue paint making thin lines, once paint brush is dipped in water. The picturesque view of beaches and greenery of forests and mountains is a striking contrast to the cosmopolitan cities of Australia. The geographical movements occurred thousands of years ago, unknowingly created wonders that are to be admired by the coming generations.
Language
English and Maori are spoken in New Zealand. English is the official language in Australia but other languages like Italian, German, Greek, Chinese and Aboriginal languages are also used. The official language in Papua New Guinea is English. Pidgin English and Hiri Motu are often used. In Fiji, the languages English, Fijian and Hindi are used. The official languages in Cook Islands are English and Cook Islands Maori.
Shopping
Shopping is the most interesting matter during a travel. Each place has its own traditional stuffs like boomerang, local wine and pearls from Australia, shell jewellery, woodcarvings, hats and basket made of coconut fiber from Cooks Islands, filigree jewelry, polished coconut shells, tapa cloth and pearls from Fiji, ceremonial masks and statuettes, bows and arrows, decorated axes and crocodile carvings from Papua New Guinea, jewelry made of greenstone and of beautiful translucent paua shell and intricate woodcarvings from New Zealand.
Destinations in South Pacific
Australia
Be it a city life, beach life, country life or even wild life, Australia offers the best. It has unique wonders one by one in the list like Opera House in Sydney, The Great Barrier Reef in Queensland and many others. One can see the fantastic landscape of rock formations due to the geographical movements like the famous Ayers Rock. Kimberley is another example of such destination. Australia has spectacular natural beauty and white sand beaches with blue waters. The Hattah-Kulkyne and Murrary-Kulkyne parks are ideal for canoeing, swimming and cycling. The Cradle Mountain is the best place to find peace. Other places of attraction are Dorrigo National Park, Cape Byron, Gregory National Park etc.
Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea may not be known to the world. It is the Land of Thousand Cultures and there are almost 700 languages spoken throughout this small island of high mountains and lush greenery. It is an important diving location with golden beaches. A cruise from Vanuatu through Solomon Islands to Papua New Guinea is a memorable experience. The religious ceremonies with bright colored costumes and masks are fascinating. Other places of attraction are Lae & Morobe, Madang, Port Moresby etc. Papua New Guinea may be a small island but it has number of beautiful places.
New Zealand
New Zealand has many beautiful beaches and lush greenery. It takes pride in having marine parks and snow-capped Mount Alps waiting for tourists to come and enjoy to the fullest. New Zealand is the safest place in the world. To go for a walk amidst trees, listening to the beautiful songs of birds is as effective as meditation. Auckland, though a City of Sails, offers museums, galleries, Sky Tower and exquisite vineyards. Other important destinations in New Zealand are Wellington, Pacific Coast Highway, Marlborough Sounds, Garden City in Christchurch and Stewart Island where you can watch kiwi, a bird on the edge of extinction.
Fiji
Fiji, with palm-fringed beaches is a paradise-like island. Suva, the capital city is a major port city. Fiji offers everything at a reasonable price. One cannot resist its clear blue water and can go exploring underwater wonders. The main attractions in Fiji are tropical rainforest, Bouma Forest Park, Taveuni Island Reserve, small beach resorts, cruises and traditional villages. Fiji is the best destination for a beach vacation.
Cook Islands
Cook Islands is a group of 15 islands in which Aitutaki and Atiu are the best islands, frequented by tourists. The Aitutaki Lagoon, Laid Back Rarotonga, Limestone Caves and Cliffs and Small Beach Resorts are the main attractions in Cook Islands. One can dance along with the rhythmic movements of traditional dance and can buy handicrafts and beautiful black pearls.
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