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Fabulous spoiler cruises to the islands-of-Fire - Vanuatu!
For an absolutely incredible "spoiler" cruise vacation,
consider the South Pacific Islands and especially "The Islands of Fire",
Vanuatu. P&O Cruises sail these waters with a number of different
itineraries including aboard the newly refitted ($35 million) "Pacific Sun".
This fabulous cruise ship is the largest liner ever to be based in
Australia. Larger than Titanic, the 1900 passenger "Pacific Sun" was slated
for delivery to Australia from the U.S. in October of 2004 when it will
begin romantic getaway cruising itineraries including Vanuatu in November of
2004.
Formerly known as New Hebrides, Vanuatu offers some of the best diving in
the world and many cruise dive vacations are available. Cruises among the
islands are available by private yachts, and small charters. There are even
tall ship cruises available for the more adventurous vacationers re-living
the romantic era of sea travel by experiencing the crew tasks aboard a 19th
century square rigged brigantine ship! Now that's a
romantic getaway!
Vanuatu, sometimes called the "timeless islands", is an untouched paradise
in the South Pacific and makes cruising here a rare experience. The 83
tropical islands springing from volcanic beginnings are known for their
romantic tropical landscapes for getaways. Some of the world's most
accessible volcanoes are found here. You can actually hike right up to the
very rim of Mt Yasur, the volcano on Tanna Island, and peer at the molten
lava!
Port Vila is the more developed of the islands of Vanuatu. Being the
international gateway to the islands, there are accommodations, restaurants,
shopping and some off-shore resorts.
One island of Vanuatu is probably the best known world wide, but not
necessarily by its name. Espiritu Santo was the inspiration for the
magnificent classic "South Pacific" by James A. Michener. Visiting Santo is
a fascinating experience. The history of the island - which was a base of
operation for the Americans in the Second World War - is steeped in the
landscape……….and the waters! The surrounding waters are a mecca for divers
and especially wreck divers. The US President Coolidge still lays fully
intact offering remarkable dives ranging from 60 to 250 feet. It is the most
accessible wartime wreck in the world. Also on the island is Million Dollar
Point where the American Army bulldozed equipment off the point into the
ocean when they evacuated Espiritu Santo.
Vanuatu's Pentecost Island has a very special cultural tradition during the
months of April and May. To celebrate and bless the yam crop, the village
men leap from a 30 metre tower having vines tied to their legs. This
ceremony, (the original bungee jumpers) is an age old ritual that is
strictly adhered to. Very few visitors are able to witness this event, so,
very early booking is required.
Whether a vacation to visit "Bali Hai" or to dive in the pristine waters, or
a romantic getaway cruise to the South Pacific is in your near future, a
visit to the island nation of Vanuatu is sure to excite and elate!
Browse through some of the other informative cruise pages. You may even find
a discount cruise or two to your liking. Then book your incredible Vanuatu
Cruise on-line and get excited!.
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