The 3,030 square kilometers archipelago of Samoa is the Central South Pacific Ocean. With its 13 Islands, it lies midway between Hawaii and New Zealand.
When to go
Samoa Islands experience a tropical weather and hence can be visited anytime in the year. The wet season from December to April is when nature is at its best here.
Getting there
The Falelolo International Airport, about 35 kilometers from Apia, Upolu has flights from international destinations like United States of America, Australia, Tonga and Fiji.
Taxis, rented cars and buses are means to get around the Islands. Ferries and ships connect the 13 islands of Samoa.
Attractions
All the Samoan Islands have a characteristic charm.
Upolu Island is known for its beaches such as the Lalomanu Beach. In the interiors here [...]
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Huahine is a beautiful island in the Pacific Ocean. It is more popularly know as the ‘Garden Island.’ Huahine is actually two islands namely Huahine Nui and Huahine Iti. These islands are separated by some hundred yards of water. A small bridge is constructed and present in the current day to connect the two islands. The island is rich in lush green vegetation and rainforests. Overall, this place has been largely unexplored. Hence, this island is a must visit to all you travel freaks.
How to get there?
You can reach Huahine via boat or air. For those who wish to reach there quickly and are ready to shell more from their pockets, Air Tahiti runs flights from Papeete, the capital of Tahiti, to Huahine throughout the day. The entire journey takes just over half an hour.
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The largest Island of French Polynesia – Tahiti, occupies an area of about 4,167 square kilometers in the Society Island Group here. The Capital of this South Pacific Island is Papeete.
Best time to visit
This tropical Island is warm and sunny and favours tourism throughout the year.
How to reach
Tahiti is a popular tourist destination and one major reason for it being so is its accessibility. It is about 8 hours away by flight from Los Angeles. The Fa’aa International Airport close to its Capital town has airlines flying in from major international destinations like New Zealand. Tahiti is also the connecting point to other Islands of French Polynesia like Moorea.
You could also take the ferry way to reach other Islands from here. Within the Island, there are bus services, taxis, [...]
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With an area of 4,350 square kilometers, Kangaroo Island lies at a distance of about 110 kilometers to the southwest of Adelaide, Australia. It is the third largest Island here.
Best Time to Visit Kangaroo Island
The Kangaroo Island, with a tropical climate, is a destination for all seasons.
How to Get to Kangaroo Island
The Kangaroo Island is fairly accessible. Ferries bring you here regularly from Adelaide and the Peninsula of Fleurieu. The Kingscote Airport here is served by a regular 30-minute flight from Adelaide. To get around the Island, you can bring your own car by ferries, rent one here or use the coach services that operate here.
Kangaroo Island Tourist Attractions
These are some of the activities you can enjoy at Kangaroo Island.
Get to know the wildlife here. The [...]
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