Although not a continent, the region of Oceania is made up of island nations in the Pacific Ocean. These include Samoa, Fiji, Tonga and Papua New Guinea, know by most as the South Pacific islands. Countries such as Australia and Indonesia are also considered part of Oceania.
The major regions of Oceania are divided as Federated States of Micronesia, Polynesia, Melanesia, Tasmania, New Zealand, and Australia. White beaches, coral reefs, and volcanic islands are major characteristics of Oceanian nations.
If the ocean is your playground, then consider these islands your oyster. Inhabited by some of the friendliest people in the world, these nations offer world class diving, untouched nature and involvement in cultural traditions. Conde Nast Traveler awarded Fiji the "friendliest people" award five years in a row.
These islands certainly are the closest thing to paradise on this earth.