It’s a real pleasure to live on the Island, and particularly in the Vata bay, the most beautiful bay. Sights are exceptional…. Small islands with white sand beaches are very close to paradise, all this invites you to come and discover the New Caledonia by boat, walking or with a 4x4.

In NOUMEA, you will find all many nearby services: banks, doctors, pharmacies, modern communication networks (cybercafé and internet access), foreign exchange office, souvenirs, expositions, night-clubs, etc.

For sportspeople of all ages, there is a huge range of choice between terrestrial and nautical sports. Golfers! New Caledonia has three international golf courses: Tina International Golf Course in NOUMEA, DUMBEA International Golf Course (10kms from NOUMEA) and OUENGHI Golf Course (1 hour's drive north of NOUMEA).

Even if you're a foreigner to the city, you have to visit the expositions, the concerts or the festivals. There is nothing better than going to a country's most popular celebrations to get to know it.