Talofa Lava !

Discover Samoa, The Treasure Islands of the South Pacific!  Here is where Robert Louis Stevenson, the ‘Tusitala’ (story teller) spent his last two years and found solace in the tranquillity of this country so richly steeped in tradition.

Known as ‘The Treasured Island of the South Pacific' , Samoa is where age-old culture and village lifestyles have been preserved for centuries.

A fully independent state with a parliamentary system of government, Samoa is the largest full-blooded Polynesian country in the world. Over 90% of the country’s 170,000 plus population are full Samoans.

The group is made up of 10 islands covering a land area of 2,935 km2 which is richly endowed with a natural beauty which appeals to the growing eco-tourism market. The largest of these islands is Savai’i (1610 km2).

The Samoans cling proudly to their 2,000 year old heritage and encourage visitors to learn about and participate in their way of life.

Climate:  Pleasantly warm throughout the with an average maimum temperature of 29 degrees celsius.  Hot conditions from May to November are usually colled a litle by the South-East trade winds.  Wet season is November to March. 

Accommodation:  A selection of top-end and mid-range hotels, motels and resorts to budget and beach fale style of accommodation is available.

Airline:  
International:  Polynesian Airline, Blue, Air Pacific, Air New Zealand,    Pacific Express.
Domestic:  Poynesian Airline

Entry Requirements:   Valid Passport

Health:  No special requirements 

Currency:  Tala (Dollar)

Transport:  Rental Cars, taxis, ferries, and buses

Language:  Samoan & English

For more information contact:   Samoa Tourism Authority (contact details below)


NATIONAL TOURISM OFFICE

Address: P. O. Box 2272, Apia, Samoa
Tel: (685) 20669/63500/63501/63 540 /26371
Fax: (685) 20 886
E-mail: info@visitsamoa.ws
Website: www.samoa.travel

Overseas Representatives

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	New South Wales

Blue Holidays Level 12, 33 Berry Street. North Sydney, NSW Ph: 131516 Fax: 612 9231 2029 "Blue Holidays is priced to go with innovative, value for money holiday packages throughout Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. From the airline that give you low fare, now we give you great value holidays. Whether you're going troppo in the South Pacific, kicking up your heals on a city stay or looking for more snow for your dough, our packages are jam-packed with return flights, transfers, 3 star to 5 star accommodation and loads of special extras. " Website : www.blueholidays.com.au Enquire!

	Queensland

Tal Pacific Holidays Level 5, 11 Finchley St.Milton Brisbane, Queensland, 4064 Ph: (61) 7 3218 9900 Fax: (61) 7 3229 7073 "Tour wholesaler based in Sydney Australia, very dedicated to the South Pacific; including Fiji, Tahiti, Cooks, Vanuatu, Samoa, Tonga, Niue and New Caledonia. Specialized in arranging wedding/honeymoon packages, cruises/sailing, leisure/diving, adventure/nature,fishing, students and sports tours" Website : www.talpacific.com Enquire!

	Netherlands

QAS Holidays Vijzelgracht 13, 1017 HM Amsterdam Ph: (31) 20 6838471 Fax: (31) 20 6837070 "Travel agent and a wholesaler specialises in holiday packages for Fiji, Cook Islands, French Polynesia, Tonga, Samoa and Vanuatu. Their main office is based in the Neitherlands." Website : www.qasholidays.nl Enquire!

	United States

Newmans Vacations 300 Continental Blvd, Suite 350, EL Segundo CA Ph: 800 342 1956 Fax: 310 215 9705 "Specializes in putting holiday packages together for the South Pacific Islands. " Website : www.newmansvacations.com Enquire!

	Complete Listing

Pacific Destination Center 18685 Main Street #622 Huntington Beach, CA Ph: 714 960 4011 Fax: 714 960 4678 "Established tour operator specialising in selling the south pacific destinations of Australia, NZ and its neighbouring south pacific islands. We tailor-make or customize every itinerary to suit our client’s interests, requirements & budget. We have a reputation for excellence, honesty, good value and great service. We cater to the North American market with a broad range of experiences, engaging tours and packages for the active discerning traveler who enjoys culture, nature, adventure and the outdoors. " Enquire! Sunspots International 1918 N.E. 181st Portland OR Ph: 503 666 3893 Fax: 503 661 7771 "Dedicated to bringing you professional service, with superb quality and outstanding value. Sunspots International specializes in custom vacation and dive packages for individuals or groups; sending clients to Australia, New Zealand, Cook Islands, Fiji, Tahiti, Samoa, New Caledonia and the Kingdom of Tonga. " Enquire!