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We all know — a life full of adventure is a life well-lived. So grab your passport, pack your bags and say hello to Sarramea!
Don't forget to bring a picnic basket full of goodies for a leisurely lunch by the water at Poe Beach or Roche Percee Beach.
We also suggest jumping in a car and making your way to Moindou. It's about 18 kilometres to the southwest and the home of Fort Teremba and Mara Island.
Noumea is situated 95 kilometres away from Sarramea and is an essential part of the local region. Close by sights include Noumea Harbour, Noumea Cathedral and Place des Cocotiers. Looking for more? The Jean-Marie Tjibaou Cultural Center and the Noumea Zoo and Botanical Gardens are also within easy reach.
Whether you enjoy the thrill of Michelin stars or gnawing on a snack from a street stall, tasting the local food and drink is one of the most amazing things about travel. So why not tantalise your taste buds by tucking into some of the area's mouthwatering offerings?
Sweet potatoes and yams are just a couple of typical ingredients used in many dishes here. If you don't love them already, you might by the end of your journey!
During your time in Sarramea, you should eat like the locals do. That means digging into a meal of civet de rousette (bat stew) or huitres de paletuviers (small mangrove oysters), some of the area's specialties.
Calories don't count when you're travelling, right? So it's a fantastic excuse to indulge your sweet tooth in some mint chocolate mousse, a favourite dessert.
Knowing how to pronounce a couple of expressions in the local tongue will make your trip to the New Caledonia region that little bit easier. You'll be glad you learnt 'Ça va bien, merci. Et toi/vous?', which is how you say 'fine thanks, and you?'. 'Bonne journée !', which means 'have a nice day', is also quite common.
Planning to be here around the 14th of July? You're in luck. On this date each year, the entire nation comes together to celebrate Bastille Day.
Fortunately Sarramea will stay just where you found it, so this "Au revoir / À bientôt" needn't be your last!
If you'll be travelling via air, you'll likely go through Tontouta International Airport (NOU). It's 55 kilometres to the southeast. Pack your suitcases, map out a route and set your alarm!
Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2019
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