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lifouEverything you need to know.DOCKINGYour ship will anchor offshore and the ship’s tender boats willprovide a regular service to and from the island throughoutthe day.TAXISThere are no taxis on the island, but there are some localtransfers available ashore. Make sure that you agree on aprice before commencing your journey.DININGThe local specialty is of course seafood. Try an authenticMelanesian “bougna”, a very tasty meal of meat (chickenor seafood) and local vegetables or fruit (taro or paw paw),cooked in banana leaves. For quarantine reasons, please donot take any food or drink (other than bottled water) off theship.SHOPPINGLocal handicrafts, artwork and island souvenirs are availablefor purchase from the various stalls surrounding thewaterfront where you come ashore. Please ensure that anyitems you purchase do not contravene Australia’s orNew Zealand’s strict quarantine laws Do not by anything thatis made from turtle shell, feathers or seeds.CLIMATESituated just north of the Tropic of Capricorn, New Caledonia’sclimate is tropical. It’s warm and dry most of the year withafternoon trade winds helping to keep humidity low.CREDIT CARDSIt is recommended that you consider changing moneyonboard the ship prior to going ashore.TELEPHONES INTERNATIONAL & LOCALPublic telephones are not available in Lifou.WHAT TO WEAR ASHORETo make your day ashore as enjoyable as possible, pleasewear comfortable flat soled shoes, lightweight clothing and ahat. You are also advised to bring sunscreen, insect repellent,bottled water and an umbrella or waterproof jacket duringthe wet season. Don’t forget your swimwear! Snorkellingequipment is available for hire or purchase onboard the ship.Please cover up when walking around the island and in thevillage. Nude or topless bathing is not permitted on any ofthe beaches.ENVIRONMENTCoral is an extremely precious marine organism. In an effortto preserve its natural beauty and habitat please avoidtouching it in all circumstances. During your time ashore wealso ask that you dispose of your rubbish thoughtfully.PHOTOGRAPHYPlease ask permission before taking photographs of localindigenous people.P&O Cruises’ agentsWhile you are ashore, please contact the nearest crewmember in the case of an emergency. Alternatively, theP&O Cruises port agent for Lifou is:Kenua13 Rue, Jules FerryNoumea, New CaledoniaPhone: 687 284 545Emergency Phone (24 hours): +61 2 8424 8947PteAiméMartinPteLefèvreDrueulaWedrumelDISTRICTDE WETRPeng BeachHapetraDISTRICTDE GAICACap EscapréGrottedu DiableHnacaömCap BernardinVanilla FarmTingetingHunëtë SiloamEasoKumoHnathaloXepeneheNangKirinataCilaBaie de SantalBaie deDrueulaBaie deJokinJokinWeHnadroLuecilaKejënyKedeigneBaie deChâteaubriandTraputJozipHmelekHuipatromëDISTRICTDE LOSIHuiwatrulSouth PacificOceanInagojLuengoniMuJoiCap desPinsSHORE TOURSThere are a range of tours available for you to really get themost out of your time in Lifou. Tours can be booked onboardat the shore tours desk and are subject to availability.Passengers are required to meet at a specific location foreach shore tour departure. Please refer to your tour ticket forthe correct time and place.10 kmEnefëjiCap de la FlotteNote: The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience, but P&O Cruises cannot accept responsibility for any such alterations. Thank you.
lifouEverything you need to know.DOCKINGYour ship will anchor offshore and the ship’s tender boats willprovide a regular service to and from the island throughoutthe day.TAXIST<strong>here</strong> are no taxis on the island, but t<strong>here</strong> are some localtransfers available ashore. Make sure that you agree on aprice before commencing your journey.DININGThe local specialty is of course seafood. Try an authenticMelanesian “bougna”, a very tasty meal of meat (chickenor seafood) and local vegetables or fruit (taro or paw paw),cooked in banana leaves. For quarantine reasons, please donot take any food or drink (other than bottled water) off theship.SHOPPINGLocal handicrafts, artwork and island souvenirs are availablefor purchase from the various stalls surrounding thewaterfront w<strong>here</strong> you come ashore. Please ensure that anyitems you purchase do not contravene Australia’s orNew Zealand’s strict quarantine laws Do not by anything thatis made from turtle shell, feathers or seeds.CLIMATESituated just north of the Tropic of Capricorn, New Caledonia’sclimate is tropical. It’s warm and dry most of the year withafternoon trade winds helping to keep humidity low.CREDIT CARDSIt is recommended that you consider changing moneyonboard the ship prior to going ashore.TELEPHONES INTERNATIONAL & LOCALPublic telephones are not available in Lifou.WHAT TO WEAR ASHORETo make your day ashore as enjoyable as possible, pleasewear comfortable flat soled shoes, lightweight clothing and ahat. You are also advised to bring sunscreen, insect repellent,bottled water and an umbrella or waterproof jacket duringthe wet season. Don’t forget your swimwear! Snorkellingequipment is available for hire or purchase onboard the ship.Please cover up when walking around the island and in thevillage. Nude or topless bathing is not permitted on any ofthe beaches.ENVIRONMENTCoral is an extremely precious marine organism. In an effortto preserve its natural beauty and habitat please avoidtouching it in all circumstances. During your time ashore wealso ask that you dispose of your rubbish thoughtfully.PHOTOGRAPHYPlease ask permission before taking photographs of localindigenous people.P&O <strong>Cruises</strong>’ agentsWhile you are ashore, please contact the nearest crewmember in the case of an emergency. Alternatively, theP&O <strong>Cruises</strong> port agent for Lifou is:Kenua13 Rue, Jules FerryNoumea, New CaledoniaPhone: 687 284 545Emergency Phone (24 hours): +61 2 8424 8947PteAiméMartinPteLefèvreDrueulaWedrumelDISTRICTDE WETRPeng BeachHapetraDISTRICTDE GAICACap EscapréGrottedu DiableHnacaömCap BernardinVanilla FarmTingetingHunëtë SiloamEasoKumoHnathaloXepeneheNangKirinataCilaBaie de SantalBaie deDrueulaBaie deJokinJokinWeHnadroLuecilaKejënyKedeigneBaie deChâteaubriandTraputJozipHmelekHuipatromëDISTRICTDE LOSIHuiwatrulSouth PacificOceanInagojLuengoniMuJoiCap desPinsSHORE TOURST<strong>here</strong> are a range of tours available for you to really get themost out of your time in Lifou. Tours can be booked onboardat the shore tours desk and are subject to availability.Passengers are required to meet at a specific location foreach shore tour departure. Please refer to your tour ticket forthe correct time and place.10 kmEnefëjiCap de la FlotteNote: The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience, but P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> cannot accept responsibility for any such alterations. Thank you.
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