The South Pacific is remoteness redefined. If the escapist inside you is looking for true seclusion, it’s the ultimate fantasy of tropical islands ringed by white-sand beaches and luminous turquoise waters. Our team have extensively explored these scattered islands and atolls, and they’ll use this on-the-ground knowledge to help you decide which corner(s) to choose for your South Pacific vacation.
Whether you’re looking for the best snorkeling in the Cook Islands or you’re paying homage to Paul Gauguin in French Polynesia, our specialists will craft a South Pacific tour to meet your interests. They can also help you witness how longstanding Melanesian and Polynesian traditions underpin everyday life. You could find yourself listening to hymns in Fijian or Samoan villages, or wandering among tiki sites in the far-flung Marquesas Islands.
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Where you can travel with us in the South Pacific
Our specialists can help you plan your trip, individually focusing on your tastes and interests, to the destinations below.
Trip ideas in the South Pacific
These itineraries will give you a starting point for what your trip could entail. They cover routes that we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favorite places to stay. Treat them just as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you and there are many more options available.
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![Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa]()
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![Rarotonga, the Cook Islands]()
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![Beach houses on Upolu, Samoa]()
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![Bora Bora from the air]()
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![Paul Gauguin Cruise Ship at Bora Bora, Tahiti]()
Cook Islands & Society Islands cruise on the Paul Gauguin
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Our expert guides to exploring the South Pacific
Capturing our specialists’ extensive travel experience in the South Pacific, these guides share inspiration, recommendations and our honest advice for how to enjoy the best of what the region can offer in the most authentic ways. From the wealth of options we describe, you can narrow down the choices and start to shape your own trip.
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French Polynesia honeymoons ![Over-water bungalows in Bora Bora]()
French Polynesia honeymoons
French Polynesia honeymoons
Country specialist, Lisa, offers her expertise on getting the most out of your honeymoon in French Polynesia. Swim in clear lagoons with manta rays, stay in an overwater bungalow and take a guided walk in a rainforest.
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Choosing your ideal South Pacific Island ![Upolu coral reef]()
Choosing your ideal South Pacific Island
Choosing your ideal South Pacific Island
A cross-island guide to the South Pacific. Drawing on their own experiences, our travel specialists discuss the lure of French Polynesia, the Cook Islands, Fiji and Samoa with the aim of helping you decide which island is right for you.
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Luxury vacations in French Polynesia ![Marquesas Islands lagoon]()
Luxury vacations in French Polynesia
Luxury vacations in French Polynesia
If you're planning a luxury vacation to French Polynesia we have a wide range of luxury vacation resorts and luxury hotels we can recommend.
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What to do in French Polynesia: our highlights guide ![Huahine]()
What to do in French Polynesia: our highlights guide
What to do in French Polynesia: our highlights guide
See our recommendations for what to see and do in French Polynesia, from which food you should try to the best hotels to stay in.
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Family vacations in the South Pacific ![One Foot Island, Aitutaki, The Cook Islands]()
Family vacations in the South Pacific
Family vacations in the South Pacific
A warm Pacific island welcome and laid-back atmosphere, combined with reefs and lagoons to explore, and traditional bungalow-style accommodation make the South Pacific an ideal location for a family vacation.
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Cruising in the South Pacific ![Cook's Bay, Moorea]()
Cruising in the South Pacific
Cruising in the South Pacific
Enjoy exploring the South Pacific islands while on a cruise with time for relaxation, activities and cultural insights.
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Cruises in French Polynesia ![Aranui V, Tahiti]()
Cruises in French Polynesia
Cruises in French Polynesia
South Pacific specialist Joshua reviews the Aranui, which, for him, is the best cruise vessel around French Polynesia. He explains what to expect from life on board, and why the out-of-the-way Marquesas and Tuamotu Islands are such intriguing places to explore.
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Honeymoons in the Cook Islands ![Aitutaki, The Cook Islands]()
Honeymoons in the Cook Islands
Honeymoons in the Cook Islands
An island paradise in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, with unspoiled beaches and volcanic peaks, the Cook Islands make an ideal destination for a honeymoon. Our specialists can advise on the best places to stay to make your honeymoon extra special.
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