South Pacific
Australia
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ environment ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Encounter the Down UnderA cruise to Australia can be an adventure, a relaxing holiday, or anything in between. Australians are known for their friendliness, and the landscape is known for its wildness. Discover why Australia is such a popular destination for savvy travelers.
Bora Bora
[ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Introduction of Bora Bora Ancient HistoryPolynesians first inhabited the island during the 4th century. The island\'s original Polynesian name was Pora Pora, which means first born.
Cook Islands
[ overview ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ environment ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
The Famed Cook IslandsLocated in the South Pacific, the Cook Islands cover about 93 square miles, and offer stunningly beautiful lagoons, which are home to diverse marine wildlife and are ideal for snorkeling and diving.
Easter Island
The Mysterious Easter IslandEaster Island is one of the world's most isolated regions; nearly lost in vast Pacific. Yet it claims remains to one of the most mysterious civilizations on the planet. Discover the haunting landscape of Easter Island.
Fiji
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ environment ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Unforgettable FijiIn the remote waters of the South Pacific are the incredible Fiji islands. Some of the best beaches in the South Pacific can be found here, whether one is looking for luxurious resorts or secluded lagoons and solitary stretches. Discover beautiful Fiji.
Guam
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ environment ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Guam: a Pacific JewelLocated in the warm Pacific waters, Guam is a tropical paradise of sandy beaches and coral reefs.
Marquesas Islands
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ environment ] [ wildlife ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Marquesas Islands: Jewels of the South PacificThe Marquesas Islands are the jewels of French Polynesia. They are located far from any continent, making them a secluded array of islands in the quiet South Pacific.
Micronesia
[ overview ]
Exploring MicronesiaMicronesia is a sub-region of Oceana and it is made up of hundreds of tiny islands that lie about 3,200 miles southwest of Hawaii.
New Zealand
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Discover the Unparalleled Beauty of New ZealandNew Zealand is a land of snow-capped mountains, long sandy beaches and wild coastline, rolling grasslands and sapphire fjords. Before you travel, Learn a little more about this beautiful South Pacific region.
Papua New Guinea
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ environment ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Papua New GuineaOnly a South Pacific culture cruise can do justice to the beautiful mosaic that is New Guinean culture. Enjoy deserted beaches, pig roasts, emerald mountains, and native islander dancing in this tropical paradise.
Solomon Islands
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ geography ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Flowered Island ParadiseThe Solomon Islands are home to lush rainforests and over 200 varieties of orchids and tropical flowers. Despite its remote location, the Solomon Islands manage to capture the hearts of many travelers.
Tahiti
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
Tahiti: Island of LoveTahiti has long been regarded as the ultimate tropical vacation. It is known for its dramatic forested peaks dropping down to perfect black sand beaches.
Tonga
[ overview ] [ ancient history ] [ modern history ] [ culture ] [ geography ] [ environment ] [ wildlife ] [ food ] [ weather ] [ politics ]
The Friendly IslandsNamed The Friendly Islands by Captain Cook for its hospitality, with its exotic wildlife, rainforests, volcanoes, ancient ruins, and coral caves, Tonga is also a land of adventure.
The Mysterious Easter Island
Easter Island is one of the world's most isolated regions; nearly lost in vast Pacific. Yet it claims remains to one of the most mysterious civilizations on the planet. Discover the haunting landscape of Easter Island.
Exploring Micronesia
Micronesia is a sub-region of Oceana and it is made up of hundreds of tiny islands that lie about 3,200 miles southwest of Hawaii.
Flowered Island Paradise
The Solomon Islands are home to lush rainforests and over 200 varieties of orchids and tropical flowers. Despite its remote location, the Solomon Islands manage to capture the hearts of many travelers.
The Friendly Islands
Named The Friendly Islands by Captain Cook for its hospitality, with its exotic wildlife, rainforests, volcanoes, ancient ruins, and coral caves, Tonga is also a land of adventure.
Encounter the Down Under
A cruise to Australia can be an adventure, a relaxing holiday, or anything in between. Australians are known for their friendliness, and the landscape is known for its wildness. Discover why Australia is such a popular destination for savvy travelers.
Discover the Unparalleled Beauty of New Zealand
New Zealand is a land of snow-capped mountains, long sandy beaches and wild coastline, rolling grasslands and sapphire fjords. Before you travel, Learn a little more about this beautiful South Pacific region.
Unforgettable Fiji
In the remote waters of the South Pacific are the incredible Fiji islands. Some of the best beaches in the South Pacific can be found here, whether one is looking for luxurious resorts or secluded lagoons and solitary stretches. Discover beautiful Fiji.
Guam: a Pacific Jewel
Located in the warm Pacific waters, Guam is a tropical paradise of sandy beaches and coral reefs.
Marquesas Islands: Jewels of the South Pacific
The Marquesas Islands are the jewels of French Polynesia. They are located far from any continent, making them a secluded array of islands in the quiet South Pacific.
Tahiti: Island of Love
Tahiti has long been regarded as the ultimate tropical vacation. It is known for its dramatic forested peaks dropping down to perfect black sand beaches.
Papua New Guinea
Only a South Pacific culture cruise can do justice to the beautiful mosaic that is New Guinean culture. Enjoy deserted beaches, pig roasts, emerald mountains, and native islander dancing in this tropical paradise.
The Famed Cook Islands
Located in the South Pacific, the Cook Islands cover about 93 square miles, and offer stunningly beautiful lagoons, which are home to diverse marine wildlife and are ideal for snorkeling and diving.
Ancient History of Easter Island
Introduction of Bora Bora Ancient History
Polynesians first inhabited the island during the 4th century. The island\'s original Polynesian name was Pora Pora, which means first born.
Multicultural Destination: Ancient Roots
The Polynesian Kingdom
Storied Ancient History of Australia
Maori: the First New Zealanders
Fiji's First Arrivals
A Surviving Native Culture
Ancient Islanders
The First Tahitians
Polynesian Settlement
History of the Cook Islands
Modern History of Easter Island
Modern History of Bora Bora
Tumultuous Past: Modern History
The Modern Land
A Look at Australia Modern-day History
Australia's modern history highly influenced by the introduction of European explorers to the "unknown southern land." Learn a little more about Australia's modern history from early English settlers to the impact of World War II on the region.
New Zealand's European History
More Recent Events
Turbulent History of Guam
Recent History of the Marquesas
Tahiti's Modern History
European Contact
Cultural Look at Bora Bora
Island Ways
Cultural Discovery on an Australian Cruise
From indigeous customs and foreign influences to world-wide renown arts and theater, an Australian cruise is sure to satisfy the culturally curious.
Cultural Opportunities of a New Zealand Cruise
Island Culture
Guam's Vibrant Culture
South Pacific Living
Tattoos and Tiki Torches
Incredible Cultural Diversity
Cultural Look at the Cook Islands
Cook Islands Geography
Easter Island Geography
The Coral Island, Bora Bora
Gems in the Ocean
Coral Islands born of Fire
From the Outback to the Great Barrier Reef
The Breathtaking Landscape
Fiji's Geography
The Island of Guam
Dramatic Cliffs and Coral Reefs
Crystal Clear Waters
From High Mountains to Coral Reefs
Explore Island Environemt
Troubled History of Easter Island Environment
Caring for the Environment
Australia's Environment
Fiji's Environment
Guam\'s Endangered Environment
Nature Reserves of the Marquesas Islands
Working to Preserve Papua New Guinea
Diverse Wildlife of the Cook Islands
Wildlife-rich Bora Bora
Island Wildlife
Wildlife of Tonga
Of Dinghoes and Wombats
Island Fauna
Animals of Forest, Air, and Ocean
Bioinvasion in Guam
Creatures Found Nowhere Else in the World
Tropical Wildlife
Tropical Birds and Kangaroos
Islands Cuisine
Bora Bora Island Cuisine
Varied Cuisine
Tongan Feasts
Cuisine in Australia
An Australian cruise provides a sophisticated dining experience for those in search of one. Its vast coastline provides an abundance of seafood in all its variations, and there is an obvious British influence on the local cuisine, as well as a variety of
Cuisine of the Islands
Fijian Cuisine
A Taste of Guam
Tahitian Food
Cuisine of Papua New Guinea
What to Expect of Cook Islands Weather
Island Weather
Tropical Bora Broa
Climate: Blissful Moderation
Climate
Climate and Weather of Australia
The Long White Cloud
Tropical Paradise
Weather in Guam
Tropical Weather
Temperate Tahiti
Weather in Papua New Guinea
Islands Politics
Island Politics
Rough Waters
Tonga: Island Politics
Introduction to Australian Politics
Kiwi Goverment
Current Politics
Guam's Political Status
Marquesas Islands Politics
Tahiti's Politics
New Guinean Politics
South Pacific Cruise: When to Go?