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South Pacific Vacations: Island Bliss
Coral reefs, clear seas, the smell of blossoming flowers, and postcard-perfect beaches—this is the South Pacific. From the remote islands of Fiji, Tahiti, and French Polynesia, to the flawless Cook Islands—if you’re looking to escape, you can live out your castaway fantasies here. With year-round sunshine and fruit you can pluck from the tree, good spirits characterize these island cultures. Whether you want an exotic vacation with your own over-water bungalow in Bora Bora, would like to go diving, or want to explore island culture, your Big Time vacation consultant can take you there.
South Pacific at a Glance
- Travel to the South Pacific : Visitors to French Polynesia and Tahiti should have a valid passport, a return airline ticket, and proof of sufficient funds for a stay. When visiting Fiji, make sure you have a passport that is valid for 6 months beyond your planned stay, plus a return airline ticket. To visit the South Pacific islands, you won’t need a visa if you plan to stay for less than 30 days. You will need a passport that is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay and scheduled return. If you plan to island hop, onward tickets are also sufficient to show that you don’t plan to stay forever.
Popular South Pacific Destinations
Top Things to Do in the South Pacific
Go Diving or Snorkeling
The South Pacific boasts some of the clearest water and some of the best destinations in the world to dive and snorkel; virtually every island offers diving and snorkeling opportunities just offshore.
Sleep Over the Sea in Bora Bora
Stay in an over-water bungalow in Bora Bora, an island surrounded by a protective reef that shelters a dazzling blue lagoon.
Hammocks and Spas in Fiji
Fiji spas are renowned for their open-air cabanas overlooking the ocean; after a massage to the sound of the lapping waves, relax in a hammock in the shade.
Wild for Wildlife
Sea turtles, stingrays, rare birds, delicate coral reefs—the South Pacific is a naturalist’s dream.
Adventure and Thrills
From surfing and jet skiing to golfing and hiking extinct volcanoes—the South Pacific islands offer thrills for every adventurer.