The south pacific is an area with strong conservative view points. Due to the conservative nature of most of the islands and high religious influences gay and lesbian travellers have not always been welcomed with open arms. However this is changing due to more private resorts opening and generally more consumer demand.
The cruise ship option is often a good choice for the gay traveller. Targeted gay and lesbian cruises are offered by many of the cruise lines. The cruise ship market understood early the need to provide services to the pink market and they have been offering gay cruise timetables for a number of years. Cruising from island to island is a wonderful way to taste island cultures.
Vanuatu has developed a number of resorts over the last five years that while they are not gay specific, they are private and welcome pink travellers. One area Vanuatu has promoted to same sex couples is devotion ceremonies, which are non-legally binding, but are romantic celebrations.
Tahiti has until recently been a low key player in the gay travel market. However in May 2009 Tahiti held it’s first rainbow party as part of a campaign to attract more gay tourists to the island recognising the economic benefits.
Of the remainder of the pacific islands, Samoa is probably the most gay friendly. While much of the local culture is still quite traditional, the attitude to homosexuality is much more relaxed than other islands. The transgender fa’afafine tradition is a normal part of Samoan life.
The pacific islands are full of friendly people, beautiful beaches and nice temperatures. Visiting here, knowing what to expect, will be a great trip for any gay traveller to the pacific islands.
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