by Maria Scinto, eHow Editor
The South Pacific is another name for the geographic region of Oceania, made up of group of islands divided into three subregions: Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia. A very dry, technical way of describing one of the most gorgeous places on earth.
In the dictionary next to the entry for "island paradise," chances are you'll find a picture of Fiji. With over three hundred islands (one hundred of them inhabited), Fiji Read More
Once known as the "Cannibal Isles," Fiji has thankfully moved on to less threatening cuisine, which has led the peaceful country to become a haven for honeymooners. The Read More
This mountainous island north of Australia has more than 1,000 tribes, each with its own fascinating culture. Read More
Even the most seasoned traveler is in for a treat in Papua New Guinea. One of the most unspoiled and untouched places on Earth, you can still see indigenous peoples Read More
When you travel to the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific, bring your camera; there is no shortage of amazing vistas. Lounge by a lagoon or hike through the rainforests Read More
Vanuatu includes a long stretch of South Pacific islands, which make for a perfect beach vacation. It was originally claimed by both the British and the French, who Read More
John Frum is a mythological figure--part WWI-era American GI, part Uncle Sam, part Santa Claus--who is associated with the cargo cult that bears his name on the island of Read More
Somewhat off the beaten path, Micronesia is an exotic and relaxing vacation destination for those travelers who love sandy beaches, underwater adventures and historical Read More
Micronesia is made up of hundreds of small islands in the central Pacific Ocean. Created from volcanic activity millions of years ago, these tropical islands are divided Read More
The Island of Guam, located in the western South Pacific, is part of the Mariana Islands. The 549-square mile island is a United States territory known for its beaches, Read More
Guam is a beautiful western Pacific island that is the territory of the United States. The largest of the Mariana Islands, Guam is an extremely popular destination for Read More
Kiribati is a low-lying archipelago of islands in Micronesia. The island nation's capital, Tarawa, is on the largest of the lush tropical islands. Since it is just to the Read More
The Marshall Islands offers a slice of tropical paradise nestled in the turquoise waters of the Western Indian Ocean. Comprised of more than 1,000 islands of coral reefs Read More
Palau, recently famous as the site of the American reality show "Survivor," is an island nation located between the northern Pacific Ocean and the Philippine Sea. Palau is Read More
Nauru is not just the smallest island nation in the world. It's the only without an official capital city. Located in the Micronesian South Pacific, Nauru covers a little Read More
Saipan is both the capital and largest island of the Marianas Islands, which are a United States commonwealth. This island is very popular with tourists, especially from Read More
American Samoa is an unincorporated territory of the United States. Located in the south pacific, American Samoa is the southernmost territory of the United States. It's Read More
The Cook Islands are a democratic sovereignty of 15 small islands near New Zealand. Tourism on the islands has been growing over the past few decades, and has reached a Read More
Located in the Pacific Ocean over 3,000 miles from Chile, Easter Island is a triangular shaped piece of land measuring only 171 square miles. For an island of such a small Read More
People call Easter Island one of the wonders of the world. Known for its giant stone statues, Easter Island is located in a remote section of the Pacific Ocean. The nearest Read More
If venturing beyond Mexico and the Caribbean for a tropical vacation sounds like your idea of a perfect winter getaway, get to French Polynesia for luxurious beach fun. The Read More
Moorea, one of the Society Islands in French Polynesia in the Pacific, is located just a few miles north of Tahiti. A popular honeymoon destination, Moorea is also known Read More
Transport yourself to the lush isles of Polynesia via the incredibly rich cultures of the region. Read More
Composed of two midsized volcanic islands, the island nation of Samoa features gorgeous landscapes and beautiful beaches that make it a great place to escape the world for Read More
Tonga is a country in the South Pacific composed of 171 islands. About 115,000 people live on 48 of those islands. The rest are unpopulated. Tonga, between Hawaii and New Read More
Tuvalu, a tiny cluster of islands in the South Pacific, is the fourth smallest country in the world. With less than 1,000 tourists every year, Tuvalu is a perfect spot to Read More
Paradise found in Polynesia
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