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Vanuatu, a cluster of 13 large islands and 80 small ones in the southwest Pacific, 1,300 miles east of Australia, has had a kaleidoscopic past. Formerly known as the New Hebrides, it was administered as a British-French Condominium, referred to as "pandemonium" and the events surrounding independence in 1980 had Gilbert and Sullivan qualities. Then there are the languages they speak: French, English, 105 indigenous tongues, and the wonderful common language, Bislama. The islands of Vanuatu, formerly called the New Hebrides, stretch in a north-south direction for 500 miles, and have a land mass of 6,500 square miles. Some of the small islands are coral atolls, the larger ones are volcanic in origin, and the terrain ranges from forest-covered mountains to grassy uplands to tiny reef-enclosed islets. Port Vila on Efate has a population of 15,000 and it's here most of the foreigners live and most of the holiday activities happen. Port Vila may be the prettiest capital town in the South Pacific and there are many things to do, other than sitting quietly on the sea front watching the blue bay roil up from schools of mullet. Food, as we've discussed, is one of Vila's most obvious attractions. Simple strolling in this compact bougainvillia- and frangipani-garlanded town is another. Away from Port Vila conditions change rapidly and, other than two or three resorts at a distance from town, the island reverts to elemental Melanesian life style. Next in importance after Port Vila is the town of Luganville, called Santo, a town of 5,500 on the south coast of the biggest island in the group, Espiritu Santo. In distant regions women still wear fiber mats or grass skirts, some of the men like the Big Nambas wear penis sheaths, which polite Victorian explorers had great difficulty describing and contented themselves with mentioning the women's skirts. Some Malekula men still pierce their nasal septa and insert pieces of wood or bone. Thev encourage the tusks of hogs to grow in a full circle, unpleasant for the pig. And they communicate with the ghosts of ancestors by drinking kava. The island of Tanna has a population of over 20,000 and most of them still live their lives according to custom. They still practice circumcision rites, the ceremonial killing of pigs, primitive marriage ceremonies, dancing with painted faces, and the drinking of kava. The author takes you from island to island, illuminating the local culture on each one. Details are here on the places to stay, the things you must see, how to get around and how to make your trip to these islands unforgettable.Author: Thomas BoothA Kindle Edition: 85 pages Kindle eBook Company: Hunter Publishing (2011-11-24) (2011-11-24) List Price: Amazon Price: 
Vanuatu is an emerging growth destination and is now accepting by the whole world. There are several factors make Vanuatu an ideal place to visit and invest in. Vanuatu is one of the smartest destinations on earth in your business activities, investments, and retirementAuthor: Richard Butler Kindle Edition: 29 pages Kindle eBook Company: Richard Butler (2012-04-19) (2012-04-19) List Price: Amazon Price: 
Guam is a special place for a number of reasons. At 212 square miles, it's the largest island in Micronesia, and its status as a territory of the U.S. makes it our most westerly possession. It is 6,000 miles west of San Francisco, and is truly where America's day begins. The geology of this apostrophe-shaped island, which is 30 miles long and four to twelve miles wide, is volcanic. Much of the north ern part has cliffs along the coast that drop sharply to the sea, as well as a few mountains that range up to 600 feet. The southern part of the island is basically volcanic (rather than limestone) and has a mountainous ridge separating island valleys from the coastline. Mt. Lamlam, 1,400 feet above sea level, is the highest point on the island and, with its base 37,000 feet below the sea, it can in fact be considered the world's highest mountain. Guam is a lush green island that supports a variety of plants, but only enough agriculture to provide a few local markets with pineap ples, bananas, papayas, mangos, beans, squash, and cucumbers. Agana, located about midway on the west coast, is the capital and, with its shopping centers, office buildings, parks, and some times heavy commuter traffic, could be "Any Town, U.S.A." Tumon Bay, 10 minutes by car from Agana, is Guam's answer to Waikiki, and on its arc of palm-fringed beach you will find one deluxe hotel after another. This guide tells you everything you need to know about this amazing island - where to stay and where to eat, what to see, what to do, how to get there and get around. With maps and color photos throughout.Author: Thomas Booth Kindle Edition: 56 pages Kindle eBook Company: Hunter Publishing (2012-04-18) (2012-04-18) List Price: Amazon Price: 
The "Seven Seas Adventures Series” is based on the colour paper edition of "9 Years on the 7 Seas with S/Y Nor Siglar". As Kindle Fire and growing number of reading devices now support colour images, each of the 7 illustrated books corresponds to the 7 parts in the colour printed edition.Gliding out of the last lock of the Panama Canal, we find ourselves at a crossroads. Seven years into our adventure, which was supposed to last 3-4, we should really be heading north and home. But the lure of the South Seas proves too strong, and we set sails in the opposite direction, committing ourselves to several more years at sea. Experienced and confident, we are ready to tackle the long ocean passages alone. Another milestone is reached crossing the Equator into the southern hemisphere. In Galapagos, we stand face to face with giant tortoises, learn to deal with corrupt officials, nasty infections and a sore back and prepare for the 3-week crossing to the Marquesas. An ideal passage for us, another cruiser gets lost, his boat later found in Acapulco with no one aboard. After 3000 nautical miles, we make landfall in rugged Hiva Oa, our first introduction to legendary French Polynesia: air laden with the heavy scent of tropical fruit and flowers, beautiful “vahines”, erotic hula-hula, tattooed men racing outrigger canoes, gourmet food and joie de vivre. In dangerous Tuamotus, a “Mayday” call is heard from a boat foundering on a reef and in tiny Ahe, we trade locally harvested black pearls and learn to avoid poisonous reef fish. We cruise the magic islands of Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora with their stunning turquoise crystal clear lagoons sheltered in anchorages behind treacherous reefs and experience “Heiva”, an arts and cultural festival complete with traditional games, song and dance. A 10-day brisk sail further west lies the Kingdom of Tonga where traditions are strong, evident in unique pandanus basketry and crafts, tapa clothing and special “laka laka” song-play and dance. We feast on pigs roasted on the spit, food wrapped in banana leaves cooked in underground ovens and attend our first kava ceremony. One day Tonga’s 300 lb. 80-year old king comes swimming out to Nor Siglar and circles her several times as part of his daily exercise routine. Four days further west, friendly Fiji beckons with other customs and traditions. Here we are Mr. and Mrs. Martin and here we lose our passports and credit cards - and the weather window to Australia. So we spend the cyclone season in Fiji instead, as it is paramount for offshore cruisers to be in the right place at the right time. We put Nor Siglar on the hard and fly home to visit family and friends. Five months later, we find her exactly as we left her and proceed to give her a thorough overhaul, even a paint job, as the price is right so long as we can stand the slow, built-in “Fiji Factor”. Before setting out to Vanuatu, five days to the west, we help out in a dramatic rescue operation. We spend three great weeks cruising the islands of Efate, Epi, Ambryn, Pentecost and Espiritu Santu, experiencing war dances in the buff and a close encounter with a shark, building outrigger canoes and helping an injured native. We learn about Black Magic, coming-of-age rituals and pig killings with clubs, their many taboos, arranged marriage and bride prices, and some of their pigeon English language, Bislama, where a helicopter is simply called “mixmaster blongs Jesus”. A rough seven-day crossing to the Solomon Islands tests our nerves and abilities and in a veritable “Mother of all Squalls”, thoughts of quitting the adventure start to form in our minds. In Morovo lagoon, known for its fabulous scuba diving on the many shipwrecks from WW2, we meet the world-renowned carvers of the South Pacific, but wonder about their integrity when told that one of them had rescued JFK. We love the Solomon Islands, the best-kept secret in the Pacific, it is time to move on with the seasons. Author: Anne E. Brevig Kindle Edition: 110 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-12-14) (2011-12-14) List Price: Amazon Price: 
What happens when a young Solomon Islands man and a cynical London girl step out of their comfort zones? Find out in "Coconut Wireless", a novel about love, life and gossip in the South Pacific. When Suzy overhears her on-off boyfriend Dan flirting with another girl she decides to quit her London job and take up a maths teaching post as a VSO on an island in the South Pacific. Yet again she discovers that nothing is quite what it seems to be. At first Suzy feels like a big fish in a small pond, whereas Henderson, a charming young islander, is uneasily finding his feet in the big city - but somehow both their lives are forever changed by one chance meeting. It's not just a love story that keeps you guessing until the end - there's also the chance to learn about life in Honiara, the bustling capital of Solomon Islands as Suzy acclimatises to heat, mosquitoes and serious humidity. Enjoy meeting a cast of island characters including clever Stella who has to find a way to protect herself, and her children, and the old Malaitan woman Anna who grew up during world war two, and their nemesis: an MP with an eye on making enough cash to buy Ozzie beachfront real estate. This cracking story of star-crossed destinies mixes magic and the everyday with a tropical south seas backdrop. You don't get that sort of weather in the "Twilight" series! "Coconut Wireless" is the perfect read if you loved novels such as "One Day" by David Nicholls, The No 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith or anything by Marian Keyes, or non-fiction books such as "Pies & Prejudice"; "Solomon Time" by Will Randall or "Castaway" & "Faraway" by Lucy Irvine. == Half of any money raised by sales of "Coconut Wireless" will be given to support projects working with Solomon Islands women and children. If I hadn't made this promise I'd be offering "Coconut Wireless" to you for free... Author: Nicola Baird Kindle Edition: 287 pages Kindle eBook Company: Nicola Baird (2010-12-31) (2010-12-31) List Price: $2.99 Amazon Price: 
This is the story of Tetepare, the South Pacific’s largest uninhabited island and the fight to save it from logging and destruction. Peppered with humorous anecdotes and accessible ecological explanation, Read’s writing entertains and informs about the culture, society and wildlife of this intriguing island in the Solomon’s.John Read is an acclaimed and passionate ecologist and author, with a PhD in Ecosystem Management. John and his wife Katherine fought in the battle to save Tetepare Island and remain actively involved as Patrons of the Tetepare Descendants’ Association. John’s previous book “Red Sand, Green Heart” (Lothian, 2003) received excellent reviews and is now out of print. Author: Dr. John Read Kindle Edition: 272 pages Kindle eBook Company: Page Digital Publishing Group (2011-04-30) (2011-04-30) List Price: $2.99 Amazon Price: 
The Marshall Islands, named after a British sea captain who explored the group in 1788, are scattered like flung necklaces over about 750,000 square miles of Pacific Ocean. Positioned 2,200 miles southwest of Hawaii, they occupy an area between four and 20 degrees north of the equator. The islands are aligned in two groups. Those to the west are the Ralik Chain; to the east they're in the Ratak Chain. Altogether they total 34 islands and 850 sea-washed reefs. All the islands are coral, but five of them without lagoons are referred to as coral islands. The other 29 have associated lagoons and are true atolls. Twenty-three of these islands are inhabited, with a total population of 43,335. The land adds up to a mere 70 square miles, but the lagoon areas come to an impressive 4,000 square miles. Majuro Atoll with a population of 19,664 is the capital. Pack a lunch, hire a car, and do the 30-mile drive to Laura – the longest stretch of paved road in Micronesia. Laura is a lovely palm-flanked island with no urban congestion. Visitors get a taste of the outer islands here, and the beach is nearly perfect. If you don't bring a lunch, note that in the environs there are several roadside stands that sell baskets of freshly cooked food fried chicken and reef fish, some jukuk (rice balls made with coconut,) some breadfruit if it's in season, and a few husked drinking coconuts. Count on paying $15 for a basket – enough food for three or four people. The dozens of other islands are described in detail, with information on the hotels, the restaurants, how to get there, what to see and do, even the nightlife.Author: Thomas Booth Kindle Edition: 44 pages Kindle eBook Company: Hunter Publishing (2012-04-18) (2012-04-18) List Price: Amazon Price: 
Sail the exotic Galapagos Islands with Herman Melville, author of Moby-Dick! Let History and Legend, Fiction and Fact, Myth and Mystery swirl around you as you enter this unique island world. ~ Discover teeming seabird rookeries, stark volcanic landscapes, and giant tortoises . . . ~ Meet buccaneers and explorers, colonists and castaways, whalers and naturalists . . . ~ Explore these Enchanted Isles with one of America's greatest writers . . . ~ Enrich your once-in-a-lifetime visit to . . . The Galapagos Islands. Herman Melville first glimpsed the Galapagos Islands as a young seaman on the whaler Acushnet. Years later, after the failure of Moby-Dick, he tried to regain his lost popularity by writing a series ten of magazine sketches called "The Encantadas or Enchanted Isles," recalling the strange worlds he found there. In the Galapagos Islands with Herman Melville, written for today's visitor, or armchair visitor, includes these ten sketches and more. Bring it with you to the Galapagos Islands or read it before you leave home. Enhance your enjoyment of the Enchanted Isles with these glimpses of their captivating natural and human history written over 150 years ago by that famous fellow traveler. In the Galapagos Islands with Herman Melville includes . . . ~ Herman Melville's ten sketches, "The Encantadas or Enchanted Isles" ~ Forty of Moses Michelsohn's striking photographs (in color in the ebook on all apps except the Kindle reader itself): Galapagos Islands birds, iguanas, giant tortoises, sea lions, exotic plants, and volcanic landscapes ~ Lynn Michelsohn's introductions to each sketch. We hope you enjoy your visit to the Galapagos Islands! Author: Lynn Michelsohn, Herman Melville Kindle Edition: 144 pages Kindle eBook Company: Cleanan Press, Inc. (2011-03-02) (2011-03-02) List Price: $9.99 Amazon Price: 
Tour the Galapagos Islands with world-famous author Herman Melville ! Discover . . . ~ "a ceaseless sea" lashing "a fury of foam" . . . ~ volcanic landscapes, rock-bound and stark . . . ~ thickets of "distorted cactus trees" . . . ~ "screaming flights of unearthly birds" . . . ~ "mouldering ribs" of wrecked vessels . . . ~ the hiss of "outlandish" iguanas . . . ~ souls of wicked sea captains transformed into giant tortoises . . . . . . all visions of the bewitched "Enchanted Isles." Melville's first glimpse of the Galapagos Islands came as a young seaman on the whaler Acushnet out of New Bedford, Massachusetts. Years later, after the failure of his novel Moby-Dick, he tried to regain his lost popularity with the reading public by writing a series ten of magazine sketches recalling this visit to the Galapagos Islands. He called his series "The Encantadas or The Enchanted Isles." This selection from the longer work, In the Galapagos Islands with Herman Melville includes: ~ "Sketch First. The Isles at Large," the first of Melville's ten sketches, in which he explores the landscape of this volcanic archipelago as an introduction to its unique and exotic world. ~ Moses Michelsohn's striking photographs (in color in all apps except the Kindle reader itself) illustrating Melville's text. ~ Lynn Michelsohn's introduction to Melville's work. ~ a Bonus Section of Moses Michelsohn's scenic Galapagos Island landscape and seascape photographs not included in the longer work. We hope you enjoy your visit to the Galapagos Islands! About the Authors Herman Melville wrote "The Encantadas," like Moby-Dick and "Billy Budd," by drawing on his shipboard experiences in the South Seas as a young man. Lynn Michelsohn has written such diverse books as Roswell, Your Travel Guide to the UFO Capital of the World! and Gullah Ghosts: Stories and Folktales from the Carolina Lowcountry. Her longstanding interests in both the Galapagos Islands and Herman Melville led to this work. Like Melville, biologist and wildlife photographer Moses Michelsohn found tortoises on the Galapagos Islands fascinating but tree frogs in Ecuador, Costa Rica, and the southeastern United States remain his primary research interest. Author: Herman Melville, Lynn Michelsohn Kindle Edition: 36 pages Kindle eBook Company: Cleanan Press, Inc. (2011-03-03) (2011-03-03) List Price: $0.99 Amazon Price: 
It's the last months of WW II. The Japanese still occupy a large number of islands in the South Pacific. On one island, a young woman goes fishing each day to avoid the soldiers. She is caught in a severe storm in her outrigger canoe and blown towards a deserted island.This island will soon be visited by an American submarine depositing a young Naval Officer on a secret mission... Author: David A. Elliott Kindle Edition: 119 pages Kindle eBook Company: David A. Elliott (2010-08-25) (2010-08-25) List Price: $4.99 Amazon Price: Amazon.com Books: South Pacific Islands Travel
A beautifully written collection of tales with legends and locals – fiction hilarious and tragic but always thought-provoking to depict the reality of South Pacific island life: Paradise NOT. Beginning with an historic overview of Polynesia, a former NZ newspaperman brings a completely different point of view. New Tales of the South Pacific ranges from pristine lagoons to sleazy bars with characters to match, challenging readers’ perceptions of the vast region many think of as Paradise. Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now", visit our CreateSpace e-Store, or select the Kindle edition to deliver a copy almost instantly to your Kindle or other reading device. For resellers' prices, please contact publisher, ProofreadNZ@gmail.com, for discount codes.Author: Graeme Kennedy Paperback: 74 pages Large Print Company: ProofreadNZ Ltd (2011-06-11) ISBN: 0473188767 List Price: $8.99 Amazon Price: $8.13 Used Price: $74.08 
With 10 authors hitting the islands everywhere from the Solomons to Pitcairn and Easter Island, Lonely Planet's South Pacific is more comprehensive and more rigorously researched than any other guidebook. See inside for the real story on tropical beaches, island resorts, blue lagoons and friendly Pacific cultures. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Honest assessment of resorts. Read this book before you book! Diving chapter takes you to the best of the Pacific beneath the waves Unique Green Index to help make your travels ecofriendly Author: Rowan Mckinnon, Celeste Brash, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Peter Dragicevich, George Dunford, Jocelyn Harewood, Nana Luckham, Craig Mclachlan, Dean Starnes Paperback: 704 pages Company: Lonely Planet (2009-08-01) ISBN: 1741047862 List Price: $27.99 Amazon Price: $17.59 Used Price: $16.50
What happens when a young Solomon Islands man and a cynical London girl step out of their comfort zones? Find out in "Coconut Wireless", a novel about love, life and gossip in the South Pacific. When Suzy overhears her on-off boyfriend Dan flirting with another girl she decides to quit her London job and take up a maths teaching post as a VSO on an island in the South Pacific. Yet again she discovers that nothing is quite what it seems to be. At first Suzy feels like a big fish in a small pond, whereas Henderson, a charming young islander, is uneasily finding his feet in the big city - but somehow both their lives are forever changed by one chance meeting. It's not just a love story that keeps you guessing until the end - there's also the chance to learn about life in Honiara, the bustling capital of Solomon Islands as Suzy acclimatises to heat, mosquitoes and serious humidity. Enjoy meeting a cast of island characters including clever Stella who has to find a way to protect herself, and her children, and the old Malaitan woman Anna who grew up during world war two, and their nemesis: an MP with an eye on making enough cash to buy Ozzie beachfront real estate. This cracking story of star-crossed destinies mixes magic and the everyday with a tropical south seas backdrop. You don't get that sort of weather in the "Twilight" series! "Coconut Wireless" is the perfect read if you loved novels such as "One Day" by David Nicholls, The No 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith or anything by Marian Keyes, or non-fiction books such as "Pies & Prejudice"; "Solomon Time" by Will Randall or "Castaway" & "Faraway" by Lucy Irvine. == Half of any money raised by sales of "Coconut Wireless" will be given to support projects working with Solomon Islands women and children. If I hadn't made this promise I'd be offering "Coconut Wireless" to you for free... Author: Nicola Baird Kindle Edition: 287 pages Kindle eBook Company: Nicola Baird (2010-12-31) (2010-12-31) List Price: $2.99 Amazon Price: 
Nobody knows Fiji like Lonely Planet, and our 8th edition offers the best of these island paradises. Whether that's surfing world-class breaks in the Mamanucas, island hopping in search of your perfect Yasawa beach, exploring the lush interior of Taveuni or discovering Suva's best nightspots - you decide. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Sailing information for yachties and tips on how to join as crew Color highlights help you plan your trip Green Index to help make your travels ecofriendly Author: Dean Starnes, Nana Luckham Paperback: 280 pages Company: Lonely Planet (2009-05-01) ISBN: 1741047935 List Price: $19.99 Amazon Price: $12.27 Used Price: $9.57 
Folded road and travel map in color. Scale 1:13,000,000. Includes inset of Aitutaki (1:150,000), Bora-Bora (1:175,000), Easter Island (1:150,000), Efate (1:400,000), Espiritu Santo (1:800,000), Fiji Island (1:650,000), Fiji Islands (1:3,000,000), Guadalcanal (1:1,000,000), Hiva Oa (1:200,000), Huahine (1:200,000), Marquesas Islands (1:3,000,000), New Caledonia (1:1,250,000), Niue (1:400,000), Nuku Hiva (1:200,000), Rarotonga (1:110,000), Samoa (West Samoa)(1:500,000), Society Islands (1:3,000,000), Solomon Islands (1:3000,000), South Pacific Islands (1:13,000,000), Tahiti/Moorea (1:270,000), Tanna (1:400,000), Tongatapu (1:270,000), Tutuila (1:250,000), Vanuatu (1:5,000,000), Vava'u Group (1:300,000). City inset of Apia (1:26,000), Papeete (1:44,000), Suva (1:26,000).Author: Nelles Maps Map: 2 pages Company: Nelles Verlag (2010-10-29) ISBN: 3865742580 List Price: $11.95 Amazon Price: $8.62 Used Price: $7.50 
Dreaming of a Polynesian paradise? Welcome to the Cook Islands: secluded beaches, cultural riches and the most spectacular scenery in the South Pacific. From bustling Rarotonga and beautiful ’Atiu to far-flung Pukapuka, let Lonely Planet help you find your own place in the sun.Be Spoilt For Choice – includes coverage of all 15 islands Don't Get Lost – unless you want to: 34 maps to point you in the right direction Get Active – if that’s your thing: all the details on diving, snorkelling, trekking, windsurfing and cycling Sleep Soundly – the very best resorts, hostels and everything in between Before You Book – find out what our author thought of your resort – get the honest scoop Author: Oliver Berry Paperback: 204 pages Company: Lonely Planet (2006-06-01) ISBN: 1741042909 List Price: $17.99 Amazon Price: $171.32 Used Price: $23.98 
A Traveller's History of New Zealand and the South Pacific Islands gives the curious tourist not only a modern-day portrait of New Zealand and the far-flung islands, their political systems, and economic diversity, but also looks at the early settling of this massive area which covers about a fifth of the surface of the earth. When European navigators first sailed into this region, they were astonished at the exotic shared culture and language of the natives, separated in some cases by terrifying stretches of open ocean. The story of the peopling of the South Pacific Islands and New Zealand is one of the world's great sagas. The book covers the whole scope of New Zealand's past and present history and allows the reader to make sense of what they see in a way that no other guidebook can.
Vanuatu, a cluster of 13 large islands and 80 small ones in the southwest Pacific, 1,300 miles east of Australia, has had a kaleidoscopic past. Formerly known as the New Hebrides, it was administered as a British-French Condominium, referred to as "pandemonium" and the events surrounding independence in 1980 had Gilbert and Sullivan qualities. Then there are the languages they speak: French, English, 105 indigenous tongues, and the wonderful common language, Bislama. The islands of Vanuatu, formerly called the New Hebrides, stretch in a north-south direction for 500 miles, and have a land mass of 6,500 square miles. Some of the small islands are coral atolls, the larger ones are volcanic in origin, and the terrain ranges from forest-covered mountains to grassy uplands to tiny reef-enclosed islets. Port Vila on Efate has a population of 15,000 and it's here most of the foreigners live and most of the holiday activities happen. Port Vila may be the prettiest capital town in the South Pacific and there are many things to do, other than sitting quietly on the sea front watching the blue bay roil up from schools of mullet. Food, as we've discussed, is one of Vila's most obvious attractions. Simple strolling in this compact bougainvillia- and frangipani-garlanded town is another. Away from Port Vila conditions change rapidly and, other than two or three resorts at a distance from town, the island reverts to elemental Melanesian life style. Next in importance after Port Vila is the town of Luganville, called Santo, a town of 5,500 on the south coast of the biggest island in the group, Espiritu Santo. In distant regions women still wear fiber mats or grass skirts, some of the men like the Big Nambas wear penis sheaths, which polite Victorian explorers had great difficulty describing and contented themselves with mentioning the women's skirts. Some Malekula men still pierce their nasal septa and insert pieces of wood or bone. Thev encourage the tusks of hogs to grow in a full circle, unpleasant for the pig. And they communicate with the ghosts of ancestors by drinking kava. The island of Tanna has a population of over 20,000 and most of them still live their lives according to custom. They still practice circumcision rites, the ceremonial killing of pigs, primitive marriage ceremonies, dancing with painted faces, and the drinking of kava. The author takes you from island to island, illuminating the local culture on each one. Details are here on the places to stay, the things you must see, how to get around and how to make your trip to these islands unforgettable.Author: Thomas BoothA Kindle Edition: 85 pages Kindle eBook Company: Hunter Publishing (2011-11-24) (2011-11-24) List Price: Amazon Price: 
Grab a Lonely Planet guide and discover the benefits of comprehensive on-the-ground research. We've checked out every island, every resort, every restaurant. We've paddled lagoons, sampled coffees, croissants and cocktails and lounged poolside to make sure you get the best out of your stay in paradise. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Diving chapter to help find the best of the best beneath the waves Honest assessment of resorts. Read this book before you book! Must Dos - what not to miss, plus all the inside secrets Author: Jocelyn Harewood Paperback: 186 pages Company: Lonely Planet (2009-12-01) ISBN: 1741047927 List Price: $16.99 Amazon Price: $11.13 Used Price: $6.00 
Frommer's takes travelers on the ultimate adventure, exploring Fiji, Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, the Samoas, and the Cook Islands, with complete details on honeymoon resorts, snorkeling and diving, and fascinating background on the unique cultures of the islands. Maps. Index.Author: Bill Goodwin Paperback: 464 pages Company: Frommer (1996-02) ISBN: 0028608690 List Price: $19.95 Amazon Price: $3.74 Used Price: $0.01 Amazon.com DVD: South Pacific Islands Travel
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Comprised of over 330 islands in the South Pacific, the tropical paradise of Fiji offers a wealth of diversions above and under the sea. This program lets viewers visit rainforests, jungles and native villages, then goes below to explore the coral reef homes of lionfish and eels, as well as a shark-feeding expedition in the Beqa Lagoon, and much more. 54 min. Soundtrack: English.Director: Gary Krapp DVD: Color, DVD, NTSC Company: GRK Productions (2006-12-12) List Price: $29.95 Amazon Price: $29.95
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New Zealand's South Island: The South Island of New Zealand weaves Kiwi culture with scenic splendor. The vast vineyards of Marlborough helped bring this country's wines to the world stage. At a local artists' colony, Rudy gets a crash course in Maori bone carving. The breathtaking city of Queenstown draws adventure enthusiasts from around the world. We brave white-water rapids on river boards and ride a hot air balloon for soaring views of "Lord of the Rings" country. Tips on Maori crafts and eating mussels. New Zealand's North Island: With spectacular seismic activity, fascinating plant and animal life, and to-die-for natural beauty, New Zealand is a traveler's dream. In the Bay of Islands, Rudy kayaks along the North's most glorious coastline. A Maori guide shows us where local tribes signed a controversial treaty with European settlers. Known as the country's bread basket, Hawke's Bay offers bike rides through fruit and olive groves, and a town with one of the highest concentrations of art deco buildings in the world. Tips on oyster shucking and olive oil.DVD: NTSC, Color, Widescreen, Anamorphic Company: List Price: $24.95 Amazon Price: $24.95 Used Price: $12.00 ![World's Most Exotic Islands: South Pacific [VHS]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/512R6263Y8L._SL160_.jpg)
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Company: TravelVideoStore.com (2006-11-07) List Price: $14.99 Amazon Price: $14.99 Used Price: $16.73 
Featuring what visitors can discover & experience in the islands of Vanuatu! It covers all 6 provinces. This double DVD presents the beauties of the people and nature of Vanuatu ... the result of over 3 years of discovery by the author traveling by foot, 4x4, motorboat, his own sailboat and by plane.Some parts of this film have also been used in some interludes playing on "Vanuatu 4 You", a TV channel seen in major hotels, airports, buses and local businesses in Port Vila. Featuring 27 Islands: Efate Tanna Aniwa Futuna Erromango Aneityum Malekula Ambrym Paama Santo Malo Aore Pentecost Ambae Maewo Banks Vanua Lava Reef Island Ureparapara Mota Lava Torres Gaua Hiu Loh Metoma Tegua Toga This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply. DVD: NTSC Company: TravelVideoStore.com (2011-12-05) List Price: $24.95 Amazon Price: $24.95 Used Price: $33.64 
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Company: TravelVideoStore.com (2007-10-22) List Price: $24.95 Amazon Price: $23.95 
Director: Joseph RosendoDVD: NTSC Company: Travelscope (2010-07-26) List Price: $19.99 Amazon Price: $19.99 Used Price: $17.99 |
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