Ra'iatea & Taha'a
Tavita is one of the best tattoo artists in the country and is famous for his entirely tattooed face. He creates traditional-style black-ink tattoos and…
Must-see shopping in Australia & Pacific
Papua New Guinea
Yalaka village sells striking lime pots (gourds decorated with a distinctive black pattern and fitted with a boar's tusk stopper). Price varies, depending…
Tongatapu
A nonprofit artists co-op representing 300-plus local artists. Inside you'll find brilliant Tongan jewellery, carvings, baskets, weavings, canvasses...and…
Savai'i
Salelologa's main market sells arts, crafts, souvenirs, trinkets and some fresh produce. It's a fairly languid affair, but worth a browse. Savai'i's main…
Rarotonga
Visit the workshop of Rarotonga’s most renowned sculptor and carver on the back road near Avarua. See his stone carvings at the Punanga Nui Market and the…
Apia
High Samoan fashion in the form of well-cut dresses in traditional fabrics or painted with floral patterns. It’s a bit pricey but there’s something for…
Nadi
Nadi's handicraft market is a far better bet than the souvenir shops along the main drag: goods are more authentic, there's less hassle, and stallholders…
Mamanuca Group
This gourmet market stocks home-baked bread and pastries, fresh fruit and vegetables from Malolo Lailai's organic farm, cheeses, dairy, deli items, sweets…
Port Vila
There are several Au Bon Marché supermarkets around Vila, but the biggest and best is at the southern end of town. Good range of camping gear, books,…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
Has decently priced clothes, paintings, jewellery, wooden handicrafts and decorative trinkets. The friendly and helpful owner will help you find what you…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
Art-Expo, at Apooiti Marina, sells a wide variety of jewellery, clothes, decorative trinkets and wooden handicrafts – from mother-of-pearl belts to…
Nuku Hiva
Next to the tourist office, the fare artisanal (craft centre) is a good place to stock up on monoi (fragrant oil), necklaces, bracelets and carvings.
Rarotonga
Located in Matavera, Tokerau Jim does beautiful and incredibly fine carvings on pearls and pearl shell. On Saturday mornings you'll find him at the…
Bora Bora
Loads of Polynesian works of art, including paintings and carvings by local artists and artisans, are sold at this pretty special gallery just next to the…
Bora i Te Fanau Tahi – Artisanat
Bora Bora
By the Vaitape quay, this crafts centre has lots of stalls selling pareu, basketwork, shell necklaces and bracelets and other crafts produced by island…
Bora Bora
Jewel designer Laurent Rebstock is big name in the pearl business and has a superb selection of loose pearls and jewellery pieces on show. Prices start at…
Apia
Stop in for high-quality, locally made art, craft and gifts, including hand-blocked fabric, lava-lava, prints, tailored shirts, bedding and jewellery.
Port Moresby Grammar School Craft Market
Port Moresby
A monthly event with carvings, tribal adornments, bilums and other paraphernalia from different parts of PNG. Good crowds and a party atmosphere.
Bora Bora
About halfway between Vaitape and Matira Point, this gallery has a little bit of everything – including a mix of art, books, etchings and pottery.
Apia
This little nook has an on-site gallery and beautiful outdoor cafe. Locally made jewellery, carvings, art and more are all of exceptional quality.
Papua New Guinea
Bwetalu village produces particularly fine stools and tables made of kwila, a local hardwood. You may get away with carrying a small stool home.
American Samoa
The award-winning artists here specialise in clean, beautiful Polynesian designs; they take it easy on tourists with a modern, electric needle.
Bora Bora
This store in the centre of Vaitape has a wide choice of mounted and loose pearls as well as jewellery pieces. Free transfers are available.
Noumea
For everything for water activities from diving, snorkelling and fishing gear to nautical maps, head to Marine Corail in central Noumea.
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
This is a lovely gallery featuring works by island craftspeople, including sculptures, pottery, paintings and mother-of-pearl objects.
Nuku Hiva
Master carver Damas Taupotini has a workshop across the road from Pae Pae Piki Vehine. He carves pieces from bone, wood and stone.
Nuku Hiva
Another renowned carver is Edgar Tamarii, whose workshop is located near Moana Nui hotel. He specialises in woodcarvings.
Papua New Guinea
The market has fruit and vegetables as well as some clothing, bilums and local shell jewellery.
The Cook Islands
This tiny shop opens for incoming flights. It also doubles as a booking office for tours and activities.
Rarotonga
Interesting designs spoofing global brands and also that Cook Islands rugby shirt you've always wanted.
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
Sells a wide variety of clothes and T-shirts all made with local-style floral or patterned fabrics.
The Cook Islands
Local crafts are for sale at this centre next to the Atiu Town Hall. Opening hours are flexible.
The Cook Islands
From 8.30am on Friday morning you can buy fresh produce at Ma’uke market, near the wharf.
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
A family-run pearl farm, a few kilometres south of Uturoa. Has loose and mounted pearls.
Ovalau & the Lomaiviti Group
This small covered market has a variety of traditional Fijian handicrafts for sale.
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
One of the best places to buy all sorts of vanilla products; located at Hotopu Bay.
The Marquesas
Woodcarvings by 'Ua Pou masters as well as seed necklaces and other local crafts.
Mo'orea
James Samuela is highly trained, young and professional, and speaks good English.
King Solomon Arts & Craft Centre
Honiara
Has a wide selection of masks, basketwork and skilfully crafted wooden carvings.
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