Oceania : New Caledonia New Caledonia (French:Nouvelle-
Caledonie) is a dependent overseas territory of France lying in
the western Pacific Ocean, in the Coral Sea, to the east of
Australia and west of Vanuatu. The territory consists of the
main island of Grand Terre, the archipelago of the Loyalty
Islands (Iles Loyaute), and numerous small, sparsely populated
islands and atolls. New Caledonia offers stunning beaches,
mountaintop fondue in chalets, camping, amazing snorkeling and
diving, and fabulous French food. New Caledonia includes: -
Grande Terre - The main island. It is one of the largest islands
in the Pacific. The barrier reef lying off New Caledonia is
second only to the Great Barrier reef in size. The main tourist
destinations are: - Île de Pins - Was one of the few places in
the Pacific with trees tall and sturdy enough to provide
replacement masts for ships. - Loyalty Islands (Iles Loyaute)
Ports and harbors - Port Bousie The people of New Caledonia are
split into three major groups: - the native K