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Introduction
New Caledonia comprises of five islands with dominant Grand Terre being one of the largest in the South Pacific. New Caledonia is one of the most southerly of the main South Pacific islands making it slightly cooler than its neighbours. The country is a dependency of France, with French its main language and with the local kanak population (Melanesians) speaking many individual dialects in tribal villages. Basic English is spoken at most resorts. The majority of holiday-makers visit Noumea, the sophisticated capital town with a lively beach scene.
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Don't Miss
Dining out in Noumea
River of Sands, Isle Pines
Fine white sands of We, Lifou
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Highlights
The Mediterranean styled capital of Noumea is without doubt the liveliest of the South Pacific towns and is one of the few with an attractive sandy beachfront with a good swimming lagoon and watersports. Most international holiday-makers spend at least a few days staying here, some their entire holiday. Outside of Noumea. the huge island of Grand Terre offers decent self drive sightseeing and adventure holidays but with few beaches - the country's best beaches are in the Isle of Pines which is well set up for tourism with a handful of boutique resorts and more affordable guesthouses. car hire, lagoon cruises, dive operators and walking trails. The more traditional Loyalty Islands has equally stunning beaches and although it is easy to get to, has very limited tourist infrastructure.
Travel Info
New Caledonia is one of the least visited destinations of the major South Pacific islands with the majority of visitors arriving from France. New Caledonia is accessible from Australia, with regular flights from Sydney and Brisbane with local airline Air Calin. Air Calin also fly direct to Auckland as well as to Fiji and Tahiti or to Japan and Korea which connect through to France. The international airport of Tontouta lies 1-hr drive north of Noumea, the capital, on the south west coast of Grand Terre. The domestic airport is located in Noumea, with regular daily flights to the Isle of Pines and Loyalty Islands.
Accommodation
Internal tourism is very high, with Noumean residents regularly holidaying in other parts of the country at weekends and during school breaks when accommodation is often full. Being a French territory, hotel prices are expensive and accommodation specials very rare.
New Caledonia Holiday Specials
Please select a New Caledonia accommodation name from the list below for detailed information including room interior photos and independent reviews.
Grand Terre
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€ 135 - 260
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