Luxury island holidays in the Pacific are
where life leaves the mundane behind and takes you on a trip to the realms of
the exotic and the sensuous. Luxury hotels and resorts take care of your every physical
comfort while nature envelopes your senses and emotions in a cloud of euphoric
cleansing, leaving you rejuvenated to the core.

Luxury island holidays in the Pacific centre
on a group of over 3000 islands, each a piece of paradise with beach attached.
They make up 13 countries that jointly are known as the Pacific Islands. Fiji, the
most well known of all is itself a group of about 330 islands. So if you are
looking to enjoy an island vacation, the luxury islands of the Pacific would
have to be the natural choice.

 

There’s something about an island that
makes it easy to shed stress and enter a bubble of peace that incorporates
heady fragrances, lush blooms, and the intoxicating smell of the ocean. The
islands of Fijibring this magic to life with their unspoilt natural beauty and vast
expanses of silvery beaches glimmering under the tropical sun. What proves to
be even more of a balm to the senses is the extreme acceptance and affection of
the local people, who simply exude a natural bonhomie. A variety of ethnicities
call Fiji home and merrily add to the cultural melting pot that is evident in
the cuisine, the dress, and mannerisms. However, one and all will greet you
with a ‘Bula!’, welcoming you to participate in the fiesta that’s Fiji.

 

New Caledonia
succeeds in blending a whiff of French in to its tropical ambience, to create a
heady mix that spells vacation with a capital V. Prepare to enjoy French
cuisine and excellent wine while revelling in the warmth of the tropical
sunshine. Luxury hotels dot its beaches at strategic locations and its striking
mountain ranges  give you a change of
scene. The special attraction here is the world’s largest lagoon with over a
thousand varieties of marine life and a 1600 km long barrier reef. If you’re
crazy about water sports, you’ve come to the right place.

 

Somewhere between New Zealand and New Caledonia is a hidden gem of tranquillity, also known as Norfolk Island, undeniably the crème de la crème of the luxury island holidays in the
Pacific. Majestic pines tower atop picturesque cliffs, overlooking  turquoise lagoons and emerald golfing greens,
to give you yet another take on tropical beauty with a subtle difference. A
popular getaway and honeymoon destination, this luxury island has its share of extravagances
to suit all wallet sizes.

 

Tahiti is simply a rhapsody
in blue that will sway your senses and blow you away. Tiny islands float
ephemerally like pockets of paradise let loose for the pleasure of the chosen
few. Bora Bora, Taha, and Moorea have luxury hotels and quaint resort style
lodgings that blend in with the natural landscape. The lush tropical landscape
dotted with lakes and lagoons designed by Cupid himself make this luxury island
the ultimate romantic getaway.

 

A group of 83 islands sprinkled like exotic
toppings on the surface of the blue waters of the Pacific are together known as
Vanuatu. Be prepared for a change of scenery as you encounter the secrets
of this volcanic island. Nothing sinister though; just natural beauty at its
untouched, rugged best. Beaches change tones from a shower of Swarovski
crystals to silky black. Coral reefs beckon tantalisingly beneath crystal clear
water, while on land there are the amazing waterfalls, enigmatic rain forests,
and placid lagoons that gleam silently in the sun. Port Vila, the capital,
presents lively restaurants, shops, and luxury hotel accommodation.

 

The Cook Islands
are made up of about 15 islands and are a popular destination among the luxury
islands of the Pacific. Luxury hotels of all persuasion have been set up by
experienced purveyors of good times and comfort to ensure you enjoy your stay
on the island. Natural beauty has been left untouched to give you a sense of
what the earth must have been like before the discovery of concrete.

 

The Solomon
Islands
with their majestic mountains and rivers
welcome you to partake of a luxury island holiday like none other. The palm
fringed beaches lolling by the aquamarine waters of the ocean are the perfect
antidote to stress in the city and all its side effects. Feel the tension fall
away from your shoulders as you contemplate the infinity of the horizon. A
number of luxury hotels and resorts on the beach make this island the right
stopover for some quintessential me-time..

 

In Samoathe way of life is as
eternal as the blue waters surrounding it. Replete with all the features a
beach resort can offer, it will probably be the Samoan people that capture your
heart. Their friendliness and genuine love soon make you feel like you’re in
your own private island. They still haven’t got around to commercialising this
piece of paradise they call home and it retains all its unspoilt natural beauty.
For the time being , they are just happy to share their good luck with whoever
visits. 

About the author

Justine is a
contributor to http://www.justtheplanet.com,
the online luxury travel magazine for independent travellers. Read more about
luxury spas around the world http://www.justtheplanet.com/luxury-spas/luxury-spas.php
and great getaways http://www.justtheplanet.com/hidden-gems/hidden-gems.php.

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