Samoa, [b] officially the Independent State of Samoa, [c] is an island country in Polynesia, part of Oceania, in the South Pacific Ocean.

Oct 17, 2025 · Samoa, country in the central South Pacific Ocean, among the westernmost of the island countries of Polynesia. Samoa gained its independence from New Zealand in 1962 after …

Less than four hours from Auckland and about five hours from Sydney and Brisbane, Samoa is renowned for its natural beauty, genuine hospitality and stunning adventures. Plan your next …

Sep 11, 2025 · Samoa in the South Pacific is about as close as you can get to the concept of paradise. Plan your visit with these tips on health, safety and etiquette.

Apr 16, 2025 · The division between Samoa and American Samoa is a reflection of the region’s colonial history, but it has not weakened the cultural bonds between the islands. Both regions …

Samoa is an island nation in the South Pacific Ocean, part of Polynesia. It is an archipelago of 10 islands with ancient cultures, dramatic landscapes, and a variety of activities to do, such as …

Nov 23, 2020 · Samoa is a Polynesian island nation comprising of two large islands of Saval ‘I and Upolu and 8 small islets, located in the South Pacific Ocean. Samoa is situated roughly …

Samoa, an independent nation that gained political independence from New Zealand in 1962. It comprises the western half of the Samoan Islands, (2,831 km 2 (1,093 sq mi) and 196,000 …

Samoa, group of Polynesian islands and islets in the south-central Pacific Ocean about 1,600 miles (2,600 km) northeast of New Zealand. American Samoa, a dependency of the United …

Destination Samoa, a virtual guide to the islands of Samoa. The Independent State of Samoa (formerly known as Western Samoa) is located south of the equator, in the Polynesian region …