Samoa, [b] officially the Independent State of Samoa, [c] is an island country in Polynesia, part of Oceania, in the South Pacific Ocean.

Dec 2, 2025 · Samoa, country in the central South Pacific Ocean, among the westernmost of the island countries of Polynesia. Samoa gained its independence from New Zealand in 1962 after …

Less than four hours from Auckland and about five hours from Sydney and Brisbane, Samoa is renowned for its natural beauty, genuine hospitality and stunning adventures. Plan your next …

Sep 11, 2025 · Samoa in the South Pacific is about as close as you can get to the concept of paradise. Plan your visit with these tips on health, safety and etiquette.

Apr 16, 2025 · Though united by a shared Polynesian heritage, these islands are politically divided into two separate entities: American Samoa, a territory of the United States, and …

Sep 29, 2025 · The Independent State of Samoa, or Samoa (formerly and colloquially referred to as Western Samoa), is a Pacific Island country (PIC) located in the Polynesian subregion of …

By Fuiavailili Keniseli Lafaele As American Samoa bids farewell to Fofo Iosefa Fiti Sunia, we honor a pioneer whose intellect and service helped shape our modern political and cultural …

Samoa, an independent nation that gained political independence from New Zealand in 1962. It comprises the western half of the Samoan Islands, (2,831 km 2 (1,093 sq mi) and 196,000 …

Jul 25, 2025 · Samoa is a tropical jewel nestled in the heart of the South Pacific. Comprising two main islands, Upolu and Savai'i, and several smaller islets, it’s known for its pristine beaches, …

Samoa, an independent nation since 1962, consists of the nine inhabited and five uninhabited islands west of the meridian, including Savai’i and Upolu; the country changed its name in …