South Pacific Collection (page 2)

Private yachts anchored in Opunohu Bay on the island of Moorea in the Society islands of French Polynesia

Signpost, Bluff, Stirling Point, South Island, New Zealand

Lionfish (Pterios volitans) surrounded by lush Soft Corals (Dendronepthya sp. ) and Anthias fish
Lionfish (Pterios volitans) surrounded by lush Soft Corals (Dendronepthya sp.) and Anthias fish, near Beqa Island off Southern Viti Levu, Fiji, South Pacific

FREDERICK O BRIEN (1869-1932). American writer. O Brien on Samoa, 1915, doing research for his book White Shadows in the South Seas. 1919

MAGELLAN: VICTORIA, 1590. Ferdinand Magellans ship Victoria under full sail. Detail from Abraham Ortelius map of the Pacific Ocean, 1590

1827 Nukahiva Marquesas tattooed couple
Early Lithographic print by Carl Brodtmann from Dr. Shinz, " Naturgeschichte und Abbilldungen des Menschen der verschiedenen" 1827, with hand colouring

Camper van on road by Lake Wanaka, South Island, New Zealand

Sailing boat, Mamanuca, Fiji

Old Lighter boat rotting away on Norfolk Island

Nanuya Lailai Island, Blue Lagoon, Yasawa Islands, Fiji, South Pacific, Pacific

Sunset in the Pago Pago harbour, Tutuila Island, American Samoa, South Pacific, Pacific

White sand beach in Port Orly, Island of Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu, South Pacific, Pacific

Beach in Noumea, New Caledonia, Melanesia, South

Sacred Heart church, Safotu Village, Savaii Island, Western Samoa, South Pacific, Pacific

Waya Island, Yasawa Group, Fiji, South Pacific

Mount Taranaki (Egmont) and Lake Mangamahoe, North Island, New Zealand

Statue of Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna outside government building, Suva, Viti Levu, Fiji

Tropical beach, Nanuya Lailai Island, Yasawa island group, Fiji, South Pacific islands, Pacific

The Poor Fisherman, 1896. Creator: Gauguin, Paul Eugéne Henri (1848-1903)
The Poor Fisherman, 1896. Found in the Collection of the Museu de Arte de S£o Paulo

Sketches from H.M.S. Challenger, by Mr. J. J. Wild: the Challenger in Cumberland Bay, ...1876. Creator: John Greenaway
Sketches from H.M.S. Challenger, by Mr. J. J. Wild: the Challenger in Cumberland Bay, Juan Fernandez, 1876....the Island of Juan Fernandez

Council House, Samoa, the Scene of the Late Conflict, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Council House, Samoa, the Scene of the Late Conflict, 1876....the insurrection, or revolution...caused an intervention on the part of a British ship of war

Apia, Samoa, Navigators Islands, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Apia, Samoa, Navigators Islands, 1876. View after a sketch by Lieutenant Nassau Stephens, of the Royal Marine Light Infantry

La Guerre de Course; Une maison de Papeete, avant et apres le bombardement, 1914. Creator: Unknown
La Guerre de Course; Une maison de Papeete, le 22 septembre, avant et apres l'incendie provoque par le bombardement, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I"

Tahitian fisherwomen, 1891. Creator: Gauguin, Paul Eugéne Henri (1848-1903)
Tahitian fisherwomen, 1891. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Paysage de Tahiti, 1892. Creator: Gauguin, Paul Eugéne Henri (1848-1903)
Paysage de Tahiti, 1892. Found in the collection of the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Apatarao, 1892-1895. Creator: Gauguin, Paul Eugéne Henri (1848-1903)
Apatarao, 1892-1895. Found in the collection of the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Couple in front of their Bure at Koro Sun Resort, Fiji, South Pacific, Pacific

Cockfighting in the Philippines 1930
PHILIPPINES - CIRCA 1930s: Group of Filipino men about to release two roosters for cockfight, near Manila. (Photo by Charles Phelps Cushing/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Woman relaxing in infinity pool. Rangiroa, Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia. (MR)

Blue Lagoon, Rangiroa, Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia

Pearl Beach Resort, Bora-Bora, French Polynesia

Tropical beach, Drawaqa Island, Yasawa island group, Fiji, South Pacific islands

Smugglers Bay, Whangarei Heads, Whangarei, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

Mt. Manaia, Whangarei Heads, Whangarei, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

Ngunguru Sunset, Tutukaka Coast, Whangarei, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

Ngakuta Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand

Whangarei Town Basin at Dusk, Whangarei, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

New Caledonia, Grande Terre Island, Noumea, Polynesian Carving detail on the MWA KA totem Pole

The beautiful little Onuku Church, Akaroa, Banks Peninsular, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Vanuatu, Tanna Island, Mt. Yasur Volcano, Moto Cross Race on the Volcano Ash Plain

Vanuatu, Tanna Island, Lamnatu, Native Lava Stone Carvings

Cook Islands, Aitutaki Atoll, beach and palm trees silhouette

Temple de Paofai (Paofai Church), Pape ete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

Aerial view of Bora Bora island, French Polynesia

Famous black pearls of Tahiti, Rangiroa atoll, French Polynesia

Overwater bungalows at Le Meridien Tahiti Hotel, Pape ete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

Aerial view of Bora Bora island with Intercontinental resort, French Polynesia

Green Lagoon, Fakarava, Tuamotu Islands, French Polynesia

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The South Pacific, a mesmerizing region filled with breathtaking landscapes and rich history. From the Kingston Norfolk Island view, where restored British penal colony buildings stand proudly as a reminder of its world heritage listed status, to the footsteps of Captain James Cook in 1775 when he explored these enchanting islands. In Australia's Fraser Coast, Hervey Bay boasts the iconic Urangan Pier on Hervy Bay, offering stunning views that stretch as far as the eye can see. Meanwhile, off the coast of Tahiti, an outrigger canoe team gracefully practices their skills under the warm embrace of the sun. New Zealand's North Island presents Mount Taranaki (Egmont) majestically rising above lush green pastures dotted with grazing dairy cows. A picturesque scene that captures both nature's beauty and agricultural charm. Kingston in Norfolk Island takes us back in time to a Georgian village meticulously restored from its colonial outpost days during Britain's convict transportation era. Once built by convicts under cruel supervision, it now stands as a peaceful world heritage listed area. Transporting us into cinematic wonder is "South Pacific" - Mitzi Gaynor shines brightly in her portrayal of Nellie Forbush in this 1958 film adaptation of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein's musical masterpiece. Aerial views over Bora Bora showcase paradise on Earth – turquoise waters surrounding lush tropical islands create an idyllic haven for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty. Muri Beach in Rarotonga beckons visitors to indulge in its pristine shores while immersing themselves in Cook Islands' vibrant South Pacific culture. And further east lies Easter Island's Hanga Nui within Rapa Nui National Park; Ahu Tongariki standing tall against time’s passage. Rarotonga itself captivates with its allure – nestled amidst crystal-clear waters and swaying palm trees; it epitomizes island life at its finest.