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	Samoa article - Samoa islands Pacific Ocean Detail motto Official languages Samoan - What-Means.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Samoa ( Western Samoa until 1997, German Samoa from 1900 to 1914) is a country comprising a group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
		German Samoa was renamed Western Samoa, New Zealand continued the occupation of Western Samoa throughout World War I. In 1919, under the Treaty of Versailles, Germany dropped its claims to the islands and they were granted to New Zealand as a mandate.
		Samoa consists of the two large islands of Upolu and Savai'i and seven small islets located about halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand in the Polynesian region of the South Pacific.
	www.what-means.com /encyclopedia/Samoa (555 words)

	Samoa - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The eastern islands became territories of the United States in 1904 and today are known as American Samoa.
		Samoa is located east of the international dateline and south of the equator, about halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand in the Polynesian region of the South Pacific.
		The Samoas are of volcanic origin and the total land area is 2934 sq km, consisting of the two large islands of Upolu and Savai'i which account for 96% of the total land area, and seven small islets: Manono, Apolima, Nuutele, Nuulua, Namua, Fanuatapu, Nuusafee and Nuulopa.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Samoa (944 words)

	American Samoa - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		American Samoa is an unorganized, unincorporated territory of the United States in the South Pacific Ocean, to the East of the larger state of Samoa.
		Originally inhabited as early as 1000 BC, Samoa was reached by European explorers in the 18th century.
		The American Samoa national soccer team holds an unwanted world record in international soccer â”the record defeat in an international match, a 31-0 crushing by Australia on April 11, 2001.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/American_Samoa (643 words)

	Samoa travel, South Pacific islands, by David Stanley
		Although both Samoa and American Samoa sprang from the same roots, differing patterns of development are reflected in contrasting lifestyles --this highlights the impact of westernization on a Pacific people.
		Samoa is made up of four inhabited and five uninhabited islands totaling 2,842 square km, a bit bigger than the American state of Rhode Island.
		Samoa's most unforgettable sights draw their beauty from their natural surroundings, from the tomb of Robert Louis Stevenson on Mt. Vaea, to the Piula Cave Pool, the waterfall and pyramid at Savaii's Letolo Plantation, and the nearby Taga blowholes.
	www.southpacific.org /text/upolu.html (1580 words)

	Samoa Tourism Authority. Samoa - The Treasured Islands of the South Pacific (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Samoa - The Treasured Islands of the South Pacific
		Talofa and Welcome to Samoa, The Treasured Islands of the South Pacific.
		Come and explore our islands that are rich in culture, unspoilt environment and home to the friendliest people in the South Pacific.
	www.visitsamoa.us /home.cfm (147 words)

	Samoa Beaches and Beach Resorts
		Samoa beaches are amongst the most exquisite in the South Pacific, although few have facilities (not even drinking water), none have lifeguards and most are almost totally secluded except those alongside a local village.
		One of the most romantic locations is to stay on the uninhabited Namua Island which has traditional beach fale accommodation (stay at Namua Beach Fales) with the on-site land-owner preparing 3 meals a day for her guests.
		Manono Island, a fifteen minute boat ride from the west coast of Upolu, can be walked around in a few hours with several small secluded beaches along the way and a small cove beach and shallow lagoon at Vaotuua Beach Fales.
	www.samoa.islands-holiday.com /beaches.html (1073 words)

	Samoa Travel Guide - Western and American Islands
		Upolu is the main island with the capital town of Apia, although it is smaller than neighbouring Savai'i, just 10 miles to the west.
		Both islands are volcanic in nature and covered in tropical rainforest, with lots of volcanic peaks rising in the interiors, the highest point on Upolu being Mt. Fito at 1158m and on Savai'i, My.
		Its largest island of Tutuila lies just 60 miles to the south east of Upolu, and is considerably smaller in size than either Upolu or Savaii.
	www.go-samoa.com (634 words)

	SAMOANET - About American Samoa
		Swains Island, some 214 miles north of Samoa, was included as part of the territory by Act of Congress on March 4, 1925; and on February 20, 1929, Congress formally accepted sovereignty over the entire group and placed the responsibility for administration in the hands of the President.
		American Samoa, a group of five volcanic islands and two coral atolls located some 2,600 miles south-west of Hawaii, and 1,590 miles from the northernmost tip of New Zealand and along 14 degrees latitude south of the equator and 170 degrees longitude covers an area of 77 sq.
		The islands of Ofu, Olosega and Tau lying 60 miles (160 km) to the east of Tutuila are referred to as the Manu'a Group and are part of American Samoa.
	www.samoanet.com /amsamoa (1416 words)

	American Samoa - History of the Islands (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		American Samoa is located 14 degrees south of the equator, and 172 degrees meridian west, and is the center of Polynesia.
		The fa'a Samoa way of life stems from the aiga, the extended family with a common allegiance to the matai, the family chief who regulates the family's activities.
		The Fa'a Samoa also reflects a communal lifestyle with non-public ownership and 90% of the communal lands controlled by the family matai.
	www.amsamoa.com /tourism/history.htm (615 words)

	Pictures of American Samoa - Oceania photos - stock photography and fine art prints
		The Samoan Islands are exactly in the center of Polynesia, the complex of Pacific islands lying in a triangle delimited by Hawaii, New Zealand, and the Easter Island.
		Part of what makes American Samoa interesting is the contrast between the modern ways, which can be seen mostly in the capital Pago Pago, and the traditional ways, which are still prevalent elsewhere, and in particular in the remote Manua Islands.
		Geographically, the islands are located close to the equator, and have a wet and hot climate year round.
	www.terragalleria.com /pacific/american-samoa (362 words)

	Samoa Map, South Pacific Islands
		Independent Samoa - or Western Samoa as it was called until 1997 - lies in the heart of Polynesia between Tahiti and Fiji.
		The two main islands, Upolu and Savaii, are volcanic and lush with verdant rainforests sweeping up the steep slopes from dazzling white coral beaches.
		Samoa's capital, Apia, is a laid back South Seas town with churches, trading houses, hotels, and markets lining the harbor.
	www.mapsouthpacific.com /samoa/index.html (255 words)

	Samoa (11/04)
		Samoa maintains its diplomatic representation in the United States at 800 2nd Avenue, Suite 400D, New York, NY 10017; tel: 212-599-6196.
		Samoa's exports are still concentrated in coconut products ($2.36 million worth of copra, copra meal, coconut oil, and coconut cream) and fish ($1.51 million) but are at least somewhat more diverse than before.
		Samoa participated in a first round of negotiations with its Pacific Island neighbors for a regional trade agreement in August 2000.
	www.state.gov /r/pa/ei/bgn/1842.htm (2399 words)

	Samoa Islands - samoa accommodation, vacations and travel guide
		Samoa Islands is in fact two separate and very different countries.
		Neighbouring American Samoa, just 100km to the south east, shares an identical culture and language but was taken over by America in 1899 and remains a US territory.
		The main island of Tutuila has a stunning coastline and fantastic and very assessable rainforest from the coast to the high mountain peaks.
	www.pacific-travel-guides.com /samoa-islands (248 words)

	CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Samoa
		A group of islands situated in latitude 13§30' and 14§30' south and longitude 168§ and 173§ west, and composed principally of fertile mountainous islands, such as Savai'i, Upolu, Tutuila, Manu'a, of volcanic and coral formations.
		In 1836 Gregory XVI divided Oceanica (which includes Samoa) between the Society of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary and the Marists.
		Broyer was appointed Vicar Apostolic of Samoa and Tokelau, with residence at Apia.
	www.newadvent.org /cathen/13421a.htm (511 words)

	Jane's Oceania Home Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Island people were given new standards of value in which their myths and traditions were given no commercial or spiritual recognition.
		Island life may seem on the surface to be very idyllic but, in fact, our very existence is often very precarious.
		More music from the Caroline Islands, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands as well as the Republic of Nauru will be added to the Playlists as soon as it is available.
	www.janeresture.com (1659 words)

	A Virtual Travel to Samoa - Malotuto'atasi o Samoa
		The Polynesian group of islands known as Samoa consists of two main islands Upolu and Savai'i and seven smaller islets.
		Up-to-date news of all the islands of the South Pacific.
		Samoa related index by the National Library of New Zealand.
	www.nationsonline.org /oneworld/samoa.htm (718 words)

	American Samoa Map, South Pacific Islands
		The bulk of the population lives on the island of Tutuila, especially around Pago Pago Harbor, and most of American's Samoa's hotels, the government, and community college are also here.
		The islands of Ofu, Olosega, and Tau are, if anything, even more spectacular than Tutuila, and large parts of them are now part of American Samoa National Park.
		Samoa Air flies to the islands of Manua from Pago Pago, itself connected to Honolulu by Hawaiian Airlines.
	mapsouthpacific.com /american_samoa (261 words)

	Samoa Hotels and Resort Accommodation - Green Turtle Holidays
		Samoa hotels, resorts and beach fales have limited web presence and limited marketing outlets.
		Few travel agents consider selling the destination, and those that do limit their selection to just one or two of the luxury samoa resort properties.
		Most of the traditional beach fale accommodations don't even have their own email access so it is almost impossible to plan and pre-book a holiday - that's why we can help you...
	www.samoa-hotels.com (476 words)

	Island Hopper Vacations Cook Islands, Samoa and Niue
		Find out more about the rich cultural history of Samoa and her outer islands, the mysterious upraised limestone formation that makes up Niue and the widely scattered volcanic and atoll islands of the Cook Islands.
		Island Hopper Vacations offers the most complete and full service inbound operations through our offices in the Cook Islands, Samoa and Niue.
		We commenced operations in the Cook Islands in 1990 followed by the Samoa office in 1994 and the Niue Operation in 1998.
	www.islandhoppervacations.com (266 words)

	ABC News: Hurricane Olaf Passes Over American Samoa (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Telephone service to the Manua Islands of Ta`u, Ofu and Olosega was interrupted and officials were waiting for reports of damage after the storm crossed the area at about noon EST.
		The last major hurricane to hit the area was Heta, which plowed through American Samoa and neighboring Samoa in January 2004 with wind gusting to 200 mph.
		American Samoa, in the South Pacific, is the United States' southernmost territory.
	abcnews.go.com /International/wireStory?id=505184 (448 words)

	Samoa Islands Hotel Pictures Interactive Tour
		Upolu Island offers fantastic coastal walks, views and waterfalls and gorgeous beaches, some with great reef surfing as well as the charming waterfront capital of Apia Town with its restaurants bars and nightlife.
		Anyone interested in the Samoan Islands will find this comprehensive and free website to be the perfect tool for planning their holidays.
		We also provide a compact Samoa Travel Guide outlining the highlights of each island and how to get around as well as tourist information presenting the basic facts like visa requirements, weather and money.
	www.samoa-islands.com (788 words)

	South Pacific islands - Moon Handbooks Tonga, Samoa, Niue by David Stanley
		The lush, tropical Samoas, the ancient kingdom of Tonga, and lonely little Niue lie astride the international dateline in the heart of the South Pacific.
		They are only semi-democracies: in Tonga the king and nobles remain firmly in control, in Samoa only customary chiefs or matai may be elected to the national parliament, and in American Samoa the elected government operates by the grace of federal officials in Washington.
		Each entity is unique: Samoa is the South Pacific's ecotourism trail blazer, Tonga is a Pacific sailor's mecca, American Samoa has some of the region's best hiking, and Niue is a speleologist's delight.
	www.southpacific.org /tonga.html (434 words)

	Samoa Islands samoa travel guide and accommodation planner
		Detailed Samoa Islands travel guide with reviews on backpacking, scuba diving, surfing, adventure activities, culture and eco tourism.
		Samoa lies in the heart of the South Pacific Ocean and is made up of 15 islands within two separate nations sharing a common history and culture.
		Independent Samoa (Western) is the main tourist destination with two large islands, Upolu and Savaii, and offers gorgeous beaches tropical mountain scenery, plenty of waterfalls and a rich culture and village system.
	www.samoa.islands-travel.com (560 words)

	Ecotour Samoa Travel and Eco Tourism Holidays (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Ecotour Samoa Travel is Samoa's leading national Ecotour operator specializing in 7-Day Ecotours of 5 to 6 islands.
		A wide range of adventurous experiences await you including village stays; bush walking through rainforests and along volcanic coastlines; exploring mountains, volcanoes, lava tubes and uninhabited islands; sea kayaking to remote locations and selected conservation areas; and enjoy a detailed interpretation from your professional guides.
		Why Samoa : Less commercialized, more traditional, something more than just a resort holiday, meet the people and learn the true reason why folks come to know it as 'paradise'.
	www.ecotoursamoa.com (241 words)

	Samoa Resorts Accommodation and Travel Guide
		Samoa Resorts and Accommodation Guide will help you make the right decision for your holidays or vactions.
		Whether you're looking for that ideal beach resort in islands, main land or the outer atolls, or trying to find that elusive guesthouse, vacation rental or bed and breakfast, you're at the right place.
		Alternatively, if you have a specific interest and want to know which island destination is best for you, you can review our where to go travel guide to help you decide where best to stay.
	www.samoa.pacific-resorts.com (716 words)

	The two Samoas, Western and American, resources to be better informed @ EscapeArtist.com
		Samoa - Travelmaxia.com - Travel and tourism accommodation listings and location maps showing resorts and hotels, cruises, and scuba diving for Samoa holidays and honeymoon vacations.
		American Samoa Telecommunications Authority - American Samoa Telecommunications Authority - ASTCA is American Samoa'stelecommunication leader to the world, providing advanced state-of-the-artdigital telephone, Cellular, Internet and long distance service to andfrom Samoa's most remote and challenging areas.
		BVI and Western Samoa - BVI and Western Samoa - A Comparison of Offshore Structures in BVI and Western Samoa - Andrew J. Powell, 2001.
	www.escapeartist.com /samoa/samoa.htm (1179 words)

	Samoa Travel & Resorts Specialists - GreenTurtle Holidays (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		As the leading Samoa travel specialist, we thank you for choosing Green Turtle Holidays to help organize your holiday itinerary and select the best samoa resorts for your stay.
		Green Turtle Holidays is the leading source for adventure holidays in Samoa - along with our sister companies, Green Turtle Tours and Green Turtle Resorts, we will show you the real country, staying in gorgeous settings, learning about the culture and meeting the people.
		This is our experience from exploring the islands ourselves for over 15 years.
	www.greenturtlesamoa.com (687 words)

	Samoa Travel Guide -western and american samoa
		The two islands are separated by a 18 km straight and connected by ferry (4 per day) and flight from Apia.
		The main island of Tutuila lies less than 100km to the east of Upolu, and the glorious Manu'a Group another 100km to the east.
		This compact collection of islands makes Samoa an excellent destination for those who love to get out and explore and is one of the few South Pacific destinations where you can see the whole region in one short visit.
	www.samoa.islands-travel.com /travel-guide.html (363 words)

	Samoa Hotel Association. Accommodation and resorts (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The Independent State of Samoa, formerly Western Samoa, is a true South Pacific Island paradise.
		The capital Apia on the island of Upolu is a compact city that acts as a convenient base for exploring the outer Samoa islands.
		Accommodation outside Apia around the main islands of Upolu and Savai'i lies mostly along the coast and is quite scattered.
	www.samoahotels.ws (241 words)

	Samoa Pictures - Travel Guide and Photography
		Samoa pictures is a stunning collection of travel photography from around Western and American Samoa.
		Set in the beautiful South Pacific, American and Western Samoa are neighbouring islands each with its own national identity but sharing a common heritage.
		Western Samoa travel evolves around its rich and very traditional culture with quaint villages, lovely beaches and sweeping costal views.
	www.samoa.pictures-pacific.com (601 words)

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