South Pacific
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Beyond the slopes:
As the temperature drops and the mountains of Te Waipounamu, New Zealand’s South Island become blanketed in snow, this winter wonderland offers the perfect setting for adventure-seekers eager to hit the slopes for skiing and snowboarding. If you’re heading to…
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Niue’s pioneering efforts on ocean conservation recognised in the 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards
The tiny nation of Niue continues to step up on the world stage when it comes to protecting the ocean. The economy of Niue is firmly centred around the Ocean – from an important food source for locals, to tourism…
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New Caledonia’s Food Festival Calendar
With direct access to the world’s largest lagoon and an abundance of fresh local produce at its disposal, New Caledonia is a must-visit for Kiwi foodies looking for their next culinary adventure. The island destination’s cuisine boasts a fusion of…
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TURTLE SEASON ON NINGALOO REEF
Down on the shoreline in the moonlight, tiny waves are rippling around a rock. Suddenly the rounded lump shifts forwards, and then again. Not a boulder after all, the mature female green turtle hauls her 150 kg body out of…
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Coral-Clinging and Climate-Changing in the Deep Blue Womb of Polynesia – Tuvalu
Long voluptuous late-day shadows. Sputtery motorbikes, cackly kids, idle unamused adults. There is no hurry. Nothing pressing, nowhere to go. Unless they work in a fusi (shop) or get handicrafty, most Tuvaluans do little because there is little to do.…
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Moorea blue dream – exclusive
Discover the beauty of Moorea island through a private excursion, for a Premium experience ! With your lover, family or friends, share a special moment together on the crystal clear waters of Moorea for a few hours, magical moments that…
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Niue’s Hikulagi Sculpture Park: A Global Microcosm
Sitting incongruously in the middle of the natural rainforest of the Pacific Island of Niue is a physically small but conceptually monumental treatise on global environment concerns, the Hikulagi Sculpture Park. Artist Mark Cross explains why this remote island sculpture…
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Bucket list experiences in New Caledonia to check out in 2024
As the end of 2023 draws near, travellers are looking towards 2024 and compiling their dream destination bucket list. One spot that every Kiwi should consider is the French overseas territory of New Caledonia. As one of New Zealand’s closest…
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Hulbert House – More than just somewhere to stay
Nestled atop a hill overlooking Queenstown, the captivating history of Hulbert House unfolds like a rich tapestry, woven with tales of prominent individuals, architectural transformations, and shifting fortunes. The saga began in 1871 when the land was granted to Michael…
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