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Vanuatu consists of 83 islands situated 2200km north east of Sydney. The country of Vanuatu forms part of the Pacific rim which stretches from New Zealand, north through the Soloman Islands to Papua New Guinea.
The country has natural beauty and its islands inspired James Mitchener to write the classic novel "Bali Hai."
The French and British jointly colonised the islands of Vanuatu (then called New Hebrides) in 1906.
The New Hebrides gained independence in 1980 and was re-named Vanuatu.
Tourism is becoming one of the main industries in Vanuatu. White, sandy beaches, coral reefs, breath-taking waterfalls, crystal clear water, swaying coconut palms and quality resorts make it a very popular destination for Australians and New Zealanders.
Visitors to Vanuatu enjoy the company of friendly, welcoming Melanesian people in the atmosphere of a tropical island paradise.
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