Australia and Oceania > Tonga

The Kingdom of Tonga (Tongan for "south") is an independent archipelago in the southern Pacific Ocean. It lies about a third of the way between New Zealand and Hawaii, south of Samoa and east of Fiji. The islands are also known as the Friendly Islands, the name given by Captain Cook because of the friendly reception he received. He happened to arrive at the time of ʻinasi festival, the yearly donation of the first fruits to the Tuʻi Tonga and was invited to the festivities. According to the writer William Mariner, in reality the chiefs had wanted to kill Cook during the gathering, but had been unable to agree on a plan.

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Fafa Island Resort [more]
The first Paradise in the World - Every Day
http://www.fafa.to

Heilala Holiday Lodge (Tonga Hotel) [more]
A resort style lodge,with restaurant situated on the main island of Tongatapu, Kingdom of Tonga. Also offers island tours.
http://www.heilala-holiday-lodge.com

Ika Lahi [more]
An international gamefish lodge situated within the protected waters of Hunga Lagoon. Includes charter rates, photos and booking details.
http://www.tongafishing.com

Royal Sunset Island Resort [more]
Offers self-contained beachfront units close to local village. Lists rates, facilities and details of activities including diving,windsurfing, surfing, kite and game fishing.
http://www.royalsunset.to

Toni Guest House [more]
Provides information about accommodation, activities and places to visit.
http://www.geocities.com/tmatthias2000/