If island time, friendly locals, traditional cuisine, vibrant culture and postcard- worthy scenery are on your itinerary, you have come to the right place. The Pacific Islands are home to some of the world’s best kept secrets.
Only four hours from Australia’s East Coast and three hours from New Zealand, FIJI has long been an in-demand destination for a couples getaway or family adventure. While its idyllic beaches put it on the map, it’s the people that make the island so enchanting.
The capital of Nadi is a must-visit for its open-air souvenir market – a top spot to pick up traditional Fijian crafts including hand painted saris and authentic hand carved kava bowls.
From mesmerising beaches to rugged jungles, volcanic landscapes and a humble, laidback lifestyle, SAMOA is an island of many contrasts.
If you’re seeking a getaway centered on natural masterpieces, Samoa is bursting with the goods.
On the southeast coast of Upolu, it’s well worth the climb down the ladder into the To Sua Ocean Trench, a natural formation where you can jump into a cave of magnificent blue waters below.
Another amazing natural feature not to miss is the Alofaaga Blowholes on southwest Savai’i – Samoa’s more northerly island. Powerful waves are pushed through lava tubes, causing dramatic explosions of water. There are also plenty of opportunities to experience the colourful local culture, with nightly sunset performances featuring song, dance, food and fire.
A little further afield, the remote, pristine atolls of the COOK ISLANDS await.
Raratonga is the largest of the Cook Islands, featuring dramatic volcanic peaks and a rainforest interior – although don’t be surprised if you find yourself unable to leave the powdery white sand beaches that surround its coast.
If a private island in paradise is your calling, Aitutaki more than lives up to the Pacific Island dream. Explore this aquatic playground from your beachside bungalow with direct access to the sparkling waters of the surrounding lagoon. Snorkel among its colourful reefs, swim alongside sea turtles, toss a line in for a catch or simply sway in a hammock between the palms to get a true dose of island life.