French Polynesia may be the safest place in OceaniaThe tap water is usually safe to drink, and health and sanitation are high, particularly in resort areas (though Dengue Fever is still a concern, so measures to avoid mosquito bites are recommended).
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Vanuatu is the cheapest Pacific Island destination for those who don't want to stray too far! Not wanting to stray too far? Vanuatu is great for its proximity to home and boasts affordable accommodation among the South Pacific Island destinations.
A long-time favorite with honeymooners, Fiji is made up of 333 islands in the South Pacific. While it scored the No. 8 spot this year, T+L reader Leslie Waters would have placed it at the very top. Waters said it's an amazing destination with the friendliest people in the entire world!
All of the islands are gorgeous and no matter which one you choose you aren't really going to go wrong. It just depends what you want out of your holiday. For pure relaxation plan a Rarotonga holiday, for adventure and luxury accommodation plan a Fiji holiday and for amazing natural attractions plan a Samoa holiday.
BEST FOR FAMILIES: Both destinations are fantastic places to visit with families of all ages. Fiji wins by a small amount because its kids clubs are so famous and fabulous. BEST FOR ADVENTURE: Fiji has adventure, but Hawaii is the adventure capital of the world, so it wins.