New Caledonia
Posted in Adventurous Life, Better Travel November 16th, 2009

New Caledonia is an island settled in the Pacific Islands that offers a diversity of exciting adventures and magnificent scenery. The Island is part of the French colony surrounded by water all around, visitors have the opportunity to experience the amazing ocean wild life as well as enjoy water activities such as wind surfing and scuba diving. French food and French language abounds all over this stunning island, so you should consider taking some French lessons ahead of your visit. In the capital city of Noumea, they speak French, English, and Japanese at most hotels, restaurants and shops.

While in New Caledonia, a favourite honeymoon destination, newlyweds can go for long dreamy walks on the beach, arrange a tour of the Jean-Marie Tjibaou Center, or wander through the beautiful botanical garden. Some honeymooners go so far as to hire a yacht while staying here. With a yacht, they can sail the still waters encircling the main island of Grand Terre or visit one of the smaller islands. Who knows they may discover a small private beach on Isle des Pines, known for white-sand beaches and an emerald lagoon, where they can have a romantic lunch and swim.

Holiday visitors to New Caledonia can join one of the hiking tours, which will allow you to see the fantastic countryside instead of the usual tourist spots, without the worry of getting lost. They could also engage a taxi boat to take them to one of the neighboring islands in the area. Grande Terre has the worlds largest coral lagoon making it a must see. Imagine the thrill of finding a marine treasure while diving amongst exquisite coral, tropical fish, turtles, sea snakes and sharks or the enchantment of seeing dolphins playing and whales spouting while you relax on the beach of this lovely vacation location.

New Caledonia guests can experience the divine French food or local cuisine. While there try the Bougna, a traditional meal of the native Melanesians, which has meat and roots, such as yams and sweet potatoes, wrapped in banana leaves and then cooked under hot rocks heated in a fire.

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