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New Caledonia is a little bit of France in the South Pacific!! It is located just 1200 kilometres east of Australia, in the south-western Pacific Ocean, and is a French Overseas Territory. This territory consists of the main island Grande Terre, the Belep Archipeligo which lies to the north, the Isle of Pines to the south, and the Loyalty Islands to the east. This island territory offers a wide contrast of scenery from the high mountain peaks of the main island, to the white sandy beaches and coral atolls of the Loyalty Islands, to the world’s second biggest coral reef and the world’s largest lagoon, all surrounded by the warm, crystal clear waters of the Coral Sea!! In addition New Caledonia offers a variety of cultures from the traditional Melanesian and Polynesian to the sophistication and style of the French colonials!! This is all easy to see and experience in the capital city, Noumea. A garden port-city located on a peninsula in the south-west of New Caledonia, Noumea is a modern city which has a distinct European feel, with wide boulevards, flanked by old colonial houses, many cafes, plush shopping and fine restaurants!! These exotic islands with their tropical climate are for people who want to get away from it all, a sunlovers paradise, and a wind surfers and divers dream!!
Although the islands are widespread, travelling between them can be done by ferry or plane, with services originating from Noumea.
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| Population: | 250000 |
| Language: | French |
| Capital: | Noumea |
| Currency: | Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc |
| Dialling Code: | 687 |
| Website: | www.newcaledonia.com.au |
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| Divine Island |
| Divine Island lies offshore from Poum, on the north-western tip of Grande Terre, the main island of New Caledonia. It is a small, uninhabited island, and is visited by cruise ships, that use the facilities located at Emerald Bay. The island is dissected by footpaths that can be followed to the oth... |
| Emerald Bay |
 Emerald Bay is located on Divine Island, which lies off the northern shores of Grande Terre, the main island of New Caledonia. The bay is visited by cruise ships as part of a special day where the facilities of the bay can be enjoyed by their patrons. Located on the main beach there is a small jet... |
| Hienghene |
 Hienghene is a small coastal village in the north-west region of Grande Terre, in the Nord Province of New Caledonia. It is known for the rock formations that guard the entrance to the bay. These are named the Brooding Hen, a bare rocky outcrop, and the Sphinx, which is covered in dense vegetation... |
| Isle of Pines |
 Lying in the blue waters of the Coral Sea, the Isle of Pines is just 80 kilometres south of Grande Terre, the main island of New Caledonia. Considered by some to be the ultimate Pacific island, it was named by Captain James Cook, who discovered it in 1774, and referred to as the ‘Jewel of the Pacif... |
| Lifou |
 Lifou Island is the largest of the four inhabited islands in the Loyalty Island Province of New Caledonia, and is home to 10,000 residents, which is nearly half of the population of the whole province. The town of We is the commercial and administrative centre of the province, and is located on bea... |
| Mare |
 Mare Island is the most southerly, and second largest island of the Loyalty Island group, and lies north-east of Grande Terre, the main island of New Caledonia. The population of 6,900, is mainly comprised of Melanesians, who have preserved their clans, customs and culture intact, making Mare the m... |
| Noumea |
 Noumea, often referred to as ‘the Paris of the South Pacific’, is the only city, and capital of New Caledonia, an Overseas French Territory. It is one of the most westernized cities in the South Pacific Island Region, and is home to 146,245 residents, 50% of which are of European heritage. The num... |
| Ouvea |
 Ouvea Island is the most northerly, and second smallest inhabited island within the Loyalty Island Province of New Caledonia. It is famous for its natural beauty, being home to Fayaoue Beach, a spectacular, 23 kilometre, unbroken, white sandy beach, which fringes a huge, clear blue lagoon, that is ... |
| Loyalty Islands |
| One hundred kilometres to the east of Grande Terre, can be found the Loyalty Islands, a group of 4 inhabited, uplifted, coral atolls, and several uninhabited islands. The islands of Lifou, Mare, Ouvea and Tiga support a population of approximately 22,000 (2004), with the provincial capital being at... |
| North |
| The Northern Province of New Caledonia consists of the northern half of the main island of Grande Terre. The island is the largest in the group and is approximately 350 kilometres long and 50 to 70 kilometres wide. It is divided longitudinally by the Central Mountains which include five peaks over... |
| South |
| The Southern Province of New Caledonia consists of the southern half of the mountainous, main island Grande Terre and the Isle of Pines, which lies approximately 80 kilometres to the south. This province covers the most urbanized and economically developed area of the territory, and includes Noumea... |
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Le Meridien Noumea
Noumea
 |  Le Meridien Hotel is Noumea's most luxurious, overlooking one of the world's most beautiful lagoons, with two kilometres of Anze Vata Cove's white sands. The Resort is only ten minutes from downtown Noumea, and with direct access to the beach guests can enjoy a wide range of water sports. |
Le Meridien Ile des Pins
Isle of Pines
|  Ile des Pins is located on the southern tip of New Caledonia. The resort is located at the spectacular Oro Bay, with its natural turquoise lagoon and white sandy beaches. The resort is set within almost five hectares of coconut grove surrounded by majestic pine trees. |
Ramada Plaza Hotel
Noumea
 |  The uniqueness of Ramada Plaza Noumea is found in the combination of excellent accommodation, good food, a variety of activities, the perfect setting and the friendliest staff in the South Pacific. A warm welcome, inventive cuisine and superior service are but a few of the features that will make yo... |
Hotel Drehu Village
Lifou
 | This hotel offers basic accommodation and is located on magnificent Chateaubriand Bay fronting the beach of Luecila, approximately thirty minutes drive from the airport.
The resort has beautiful ocean views out to the islands reef. The hotel restaurant has a daily set menu of island specialities as ... |
Hotel LE Pacifique
Noumea
|  The Pacifique Hotel Noumea is a budget priced hotel in the luxurious Nouvata Park Complex, just across the street from Anse Vata Beach, in the heart of Noumea's International Tourism center.
The rooms at le Pacifique Hotel are standard hotel rooms, renovated in 2008. These are practical as well as ... |
Hotel Nengone Village
Mare
|  This hotel offers guests comfortable accommodation with magnificent views of the ocean and reef. Set amidst coconut palms the resort is only 35 minutes from Mare Airport and has a beautiful white sandy beach. |
Le Parc Hotel
Noumea
 |  Elegance, sophistication and spaciousness define Le Parc Hotel. The vast lagoon swimming pool and the tropical gardens contribute to the location's serene atmosphere. Each room features a private terrace overlookin the islands of anse Vata Bay. |
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Le Petit Train
Tour
Noumea | Le Petit Train is a trolley tour and meanders around bays, hilltops and the city centre. The cost includes admission to the aquarium. The train visits places including the Botanical Gardens, the colourful market and the curious shops. Tour takes 1 and 1/2 hours and departs daily. |
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