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Sunny, unique and unspoiled,
the Fiji Islands are one thousand miles of pristine white sand
beaches, fabulous coral gardens and azure lagoons...The Mamanuca
islands lie in a majestic arc, only a short distance from the
mainland of Viti Levu, curving to the north-west, and almost touching
the Yasawa chain. There are 13 islands in all, not counting those
covered by the Pacific at high tide and they all share in common
pristine white sandy beaches, waving palms, crystal blue waters
and, at night, the cooling influence of the trade winds.The Mamanucas
are essentially volcanic outcrops pushed up from the ocean floor
in a gigantic earthquake thousands of years ago. Some are especially
significant in Fijian folklore. The Yasawa Islands have a different
ambience. They are a chain of 16 volcanic islands and dozens of
tiny islets stretching 80km in a north-north east direction off
the west cost of Viti Levu. Fiji has some of the best diving and
surfing in the world. Choose from a variety of vessels to explore
the many islands, lagoons, and tropical reefs.
The Vava'u group of islands in the ancient
Kingdom of Tonga has some of the most beautiful islands in the
world, where the water is clear and clean, the sailing conditions
just right, and the anchorages and places to cruise outstanding.
Tonga has been renowned for over 200 years as the Friendly Islands
- come and experience the friendliness for yourself. This tropical
island chain located 480 miles south-east of Fiji (just west of
the International Date Line) is made up of 170 islands, 45 of
which are occupied. Tonga was first settled 500 years before Christ,
and currently has a population of 100,000. Gentle Southeast trade
winds and a beautiful climate create excellent sailing conditions.
The water surrounding the islands boasts black coral and virtually
undisturbed Reefs. Tropical flowers and friendly people contribute
to the enjoyable, relaxed atmosphere.
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