Noumea, New Caledonia
New Caledonia (France)
Noumea is the sophisticated capital of French-administered New Caledonia in the South Pacific, combining French culture with Melanesian heritage, world-class diving, and stunning lagoon scenery.
La Tontouta International Airport (NOU)
P&O Australia; Royal Caribbean; Princess; Celebrity
June - October (Southern Hemisphere winter)
Ans Bay beach; Aquarium des Lagons; Tjibaou Cultural Centre; lagoon catamaran tours; Ile des Pins
1 mile from pier to city center
Very safe; French is widely spoken; credit cards widely accepted
Ile des Pins day trip is considered one of the Pacific's finest natural gems
French baguettes; fresh seafood; moules frites; bougna (Melanesian dish); local wine
Kanaka crafts; black pearls; vanilla; French cosmetics
Yes
CFP Franc