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Clipperton Island

Atoll in the North Pacific Ocean, 1,120 km southwest of Mexico

Cook Island

 The Cook Islands
 Cook Islands.com
 Cook Islands Visitor Bureau

Fiji

 Kuoni Travel - leader in the longhaul holiday market

 Fiji Islands.com
 Air Fiji
 Fiji Guide
 Fiji Islands Travel Guide
 Adventure Fiji Travel Guide
 Fiji Web

French Polynesia [ southern Pacific Ocean ]

FP is made up of several groups of Polynesian islands, the most famous island being Tahiti in the Society Islands group, which is also the most populous island, and the seat of the capital of the territory [ Papeete ].

The island groups in French Polynesia are: Austral Islands, Bass Islands [ sometimes considered part of the Austral Islands ], Gambier Islands [ sometimes considered part of the Tuamotu Archipelago ], Marquesas Islands, Society Islands [ including Tahiti ] and Tuamotu Archipelago

Aside from Tahiti, important atolls and islands, and island groups in French Polynesia include Bora Bora, Hiva `Oa, Huahine, Maiao, Maupiti, Mehetia, Moorea, Nuku Hiva, Raiatea, Tahaa, Tetiaroa, Tubuai, and Tupai.

 Government French Polynesia 
 Présidence de la Polynésie française 

 Austral Islands
 Bass Islands
 Gambier Islands
 Marquesas Islands
 Society Islands [ including Tahiti ]
 Tuamotu Archipelago

Aside from Tahiti, important atolls and islands, and island groups in French Polynesia include Bora Bora, Hiva `Oa, Huahine, Maiao, Maupiti, Mehetia, Moorea, Nuku Hiva, Raiatea, Tahaa, Tetiaroa, Tubuai, and Tupai.

 Bora Bora - see Wikipedia
"Seems like the perfect paradise - wonderful scenery, warm shallow tropical seas. There are no direct flights and it is so remote that no-one else goes there!"
 Tahiti 

 Air Tahiti Nui - Official International Airline company of French Polynesia. Vacations in Tahiti.
Flights from France, USA, New Zealand and japan [ Tokyo ]
 Air New Zealand 
 Lan Chile 

 Online map of French Polynesia / Tahiti 

 French Polynesia's History
 Music of French Polynesia

 University of French Polynesia - UPF - Université de la Polynésie Française
Located in Faa'a, Tahiti.

Hawaii

  Honolulu Airport

 Air Pacific
 Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights

 Dolphin Quest - Swim, Learn, Explore and Experience with Dolphins
Dolphin Quest takes you on a journey into the intriguing world of the dolphin through face-to-face encounters at extraordinary locations around the globe.
 Red Sails Hawaii
Sail away on a romantic catamaran cruise… Relax on your own private paddleboat in a protected lagoon…Search for treasures in our retail center stocked with vacation mementos. Red Sail Sports is located at: Hilton Waikoloa Village & Hapuna Beach Prince Resort
 The Hawaiian Dream - Hawaii specialist
The islands of Oah'u, Mau'i, Moloka'i, Kaua'i, Lana'i and Hawai'i belong to the most desirable holiday destinations in the world. Famous for Waikiki Beach, Warm Pacific Surf, Grass skirts, Fresh Orchid Garlands, Hawaiian Guitars and luxurious hotels, together with breathtaking scenery and romantic sunsets; these are the ingredients that make Hawaii such a special place.

Marianas

 Visit Marianas.com

Marshall Islands

 Marshall Islands

Micronesia

 Visit Micronesia

Niue

 Niue Island

Palau

 Visit Palau.com
 Palau - Paradise of the Pacific

Pitcairn

 Nic.pn

Samoa

 Samoa.co.nz
 Apia - Flughafen West-Samoa

Solomon Islands

 Honiara - Flughafen
 Air Pacific

Tahiti

 Tahiti Tourisme - Official Tahiti Tourisme web site
 Dolphin Quest - Swim, Learn, Explore and Experience with Dolphins
The island of Moorea, located just off the coast of Tahiti, is one of the most exotic and beautiful islands in the world. Moorea, with its exquisite beaches and pristine crystal-clear waters, was selected as the second Dolphin Quest location in 1994. The 2 ½ acre Dolphin Quest lagoon is located inside the magnificent coral reef that surrounds the InterContinental Beachcomber Resort Moorea. This location is one of the world's largest natural habitats for bottlenose dolphins.
Dolphin Quest takes you on a journey into the intriguing world of the dolphin through face-to-face encounters at extraordinary locations around the globe.

Vanuatu

 Vanatu Tourism.com
 Vanuatu Online
 Porta Villa - Flughafen Vanuatu
 Air Pacific

Regional Airlines

 Air Caldonie to the Loyalty Islands and Isle of Pines from Nouméa, New Caledonia
 Air Fiji is based at Nausori Airport near Suva, Fiji
 Air Marshall Islands connects Majuro to most of the Marshall Islands
 Air Rarotonga serves most of the Cook Islands from Rarotonga
 Air Tahiti flies to 37 airstrips in Tahiti-Polynesia from Papeete
 Inter Island Airfrom Pago Pago to Apia, Ofu, Olosega, and Ta'u
 Pacific Island Aviation from Guam to Rota, Tinian, and Saipan
 Pacific Missionary Aviation from Yap to Fais, Ulithi (Falalop), and Woleai
 Polynesian Airlines has flights between Upolu and Savai'i, Samoa
 Royal Tongan Airlines from Tongatapu to 'Eua, Ha'apai, Vava'u, and the Niuas
 Samoa Air from Pago Pago to Apia, Ofu, Olosega, Ta'u, and Vava'u
 Solomon Airlines from Honiara to 25 airstrips in the Solomons
 Sun Air covers much of Fiji from their base at Nadi
 Turtle Airways floatplane shuttles to top resorts all around Fiji
 Vanairfrom Port Vila to 28 airstrips in Vanuatu


Car Rentals


Hostels

 Hostels.com
Youth hostels in Fiji [Coral Coast, Nadi, Nandi Airport, Raratonga, Savusavu, Sigatoka, Sivu and Taveuni], French Polynesia [Fare and Papeete], Hawaii (US), New Caledonia [Noumea], Samoa [Apia] and Tonga [Nuku'alofa].

Hotels

 ASE - Accommodation Search Engine
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A wide range of holiday and business accommodation Worldwide. Bed & breakfast room rates to suit all pockets

Travel Agents

 Expedia.com 




 Tahiti Nui Travel
Tahiti Nui Travel was created in 1965 and grew to become the undisputed leader in Travel Agency and Land Operator in French Polynesia.

Travel Guides Pacific / Related books

Lonely Planet South Pacific Micronesia 
By Geert Cole (Author).
Embrace the tyranny of distance. Be it Tuvalu, Tokelau, Tonga, Tutuila or the Tuamotus, our authors have braved paradise to give you the lowdown on island exploration. Get lost among the thousands of beautiful islands in the Earth's largest ocean. Hike to active volcanoes, lush forests and crashing waterfalls. Use this guide to reveal the Pacific's myriad cultures, landscapes and activities. Island hop, or just drop out: Takt the plunge : discover delicate reefs, deep lagoons, pristine atolls, shipwrecks and jellyfish lakes with our expert in-depth diving section; Stuff your face : the new Food & Drink chapter unlocks the culinary style of each island nation; unrivalled covergae : no other guide takes you to every bit of the Pacific's 'big backyard'; Luxury of budget : paradise to suit your pocket, from basic beach huts to radically lush resorts
Paperback: 884 pages, Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 3 edition (October 2006), Language: English, ISBN-10: 1741043042, ISBN-13: 978-1741043044
Moon Handbooks South Pacificby David Stanley (Author)
From lagoon swimming in the Cook Islands to witnessing the race of the banana bearers in the Heiva i Tahiti festival, travelers will find the best of the South Pacific—both popular and obscure—in this guidebook. Moon Handbooks South Pacific provides in-depth coverage of outdoor recreation, with specifics on swimming, diving, yachting, kayaking, biking, hiking, camping, climbing, caving, and horseback riding. Complete with helpful maps, photographs and illustrations, as well as useful advice on practicalities such as food, entertainment, shopping, visas, money, health, packing, and inter-island travel, this guidebook offers the tools you need for a uniquely personal experience.
Paperback: 1136 pages; Publisher: Avalon Travel Publishing; Eighth edition edition (November 12, 2004); Language: English; ISBN-10: 1566914116; ISBN-13: 978-1566914116
Hidden Tahiti and French Polynesia: Including Moorea, Bora Bora, and the Society, Austral, Gambier, Tuamotu, and Marquesas Islands 
By Rob Kay (Author)
Rob Kay is a successful travel writer who has lived, worked and traveled in Tahiti for more than 25 years. Rob has seen Tahiti grow up with tourism and knows its most popular beaches, most spectacular resorts and top attractions. He also knows that much of French Polynesia remains in an untouched state of tropical splendor. This guide is his invitation to discover the best of both worlds. Hidden Tahiti and French Polynesia fully details the Society Islands, dedicates full chapters to the Tuamotus, Australs, and Marquesas, and describes lodging choices ranging from 25 of the world's top resorts to 160 local fares and beach bungalow hotels.
Paperback: 520 pages; Publisher: Ulysses Press; Fifth edition edition (November 18, 2004); Language: English; ISBN-10: 1569754268; ISBN-13: 978-1569754269


Links

 Bora Bora Island - A Complete Guide to Bora Bora Island
What to do, what to see, where to stay, getting there and around, honeymooners etc.
Bora Bora is part of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, located 165 miles (265 kilometres) northwest of Tahiti, a mountainous island surrounded by coral reefs.
The main island is in the centre of a multicoloured lagoon which is 3 times the size of the land mass. Seen from the air, Bora Bora has been described as 'a tiny emerald in a setting of turquoise, encircled by a sheltering necklace of sparkling pearls.'
Visitors to Bora Bora can enjoy swimming in the lagoon, snorkelling in the coral gardens and enjoying the stunning beaches, and the green wreathed volcanic peaks add drama to the setting
 Dominion of Melchizedek
Is claiming the Taongi Islands, Malpelo Island, Clipperton Island, Karitane Shoal, Antarctica and Solkope Island. See Genesis 14:18: And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and he was the priest of the Most High God.
 South Pacific Otganizer
FAQ's about American Samoa, Cook Islands, Easter Island, Fiji, New Caledonia, Niue, Pitcairn, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tahiti-Polynesia, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna.
 PBS - Living Edens - Palau, Paradise of the Pacific
The Living Edens journeys east of India and Indonesia to observe the abundance of marine life that thrives in the waters of "Palau, Paradise of the Pacific." James Coburn serves as the guide through this fascinating undersea world - an intricate city created by some of the richest coral reefs on earth. The special features the work of award-winning producer/cinematographer Al Giddings, a co-producer and director of underwater photography for the movie Titanic.
 Tahiti Explorer
French Polynesia, Bora Bora, Moorea, Tahiti, Huahine, Raiatea /Tahaa, Rangiroa, Manihi, Tikehau, Fakarava, The Marquesas.

 If You dive.com - Scuba diving holidays, gear, pictures & vacations


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