the Travel Enthusiast
- 29 Mar
5 Polynesian islands to see before you die
Savaii, photo by Jorje P. Price on Flickr
Polynesia is made up of about a thousand islands of all sizes scattered over the Pacific Ocean – even if you visited one island per day, it would still take years to explore all the interesting nooks and crannies of this remote part of Oceania. Although the islands are split among a handful of nations, many of the islands are so small that few people (save for geography buffs and Polynesians) have even heard of them.
Some of the most popular travel destinations on the planet are located in Polynesia, but for every Bora Bora or Oahu there are hundreds of other islands that are much less famous, but equally wonderful. Here are 5 Polynesian islands to see before you die, even if you don’t manage to visit all of them. …
- 24 Martibi60 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
5 amazing things to do in Tonga
photo by Sarah Kelemen on Flickr
Tonga is one of those places that stand out from the crowd, so if you want to experience something unique in the already fascinating Polynesian islands, you can’t go wrong with this island nation. As opposed to most neighboring nations, Tonga has managed to escape colonization, and thanks to the warm welcome it gave to its would be colonizers in the 18th century, it was nicknamed the ‘Friendly Islands’.
And apart from heart-stoppingly beautiful, friendly is the best word to describe Tonga even now. Traditional culture lives alongside every modern amenity you could imagine in Tonga, and while there are plenty of high class resorts for luxury travelers, the appeal of Tonga lies in its untainted culture. Here are 5 amazing things to do in Tonga, for the curious traveler. …
- 22 Marandra88 in News | NO COMMENTS
Tourist attractions in Tuvalu
photo by mrlins on Flickr
How does the fourth smallest country in the world manage to still be a huge tourist destination? Tuvalu has the natural advantage of being midway between Hawaii and Australia, so the tropical climate is already reason enough to visit it, but laying on the beach and scuba diving is not all you can do in this beautiful archipelago.
These low islands covered in forest don’t have many attractions that are jaw-droppingly spectacular, but there are quite a few interesting things to see when you get tired of relaxing too much. Discover the low-key yet interesting tourist attractions in Tuvalu. …
- 05 Sepitachan in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Wonders of the world: Samoa
photo by Sarah Kelemen
Polynesia is still a blank spot on the map for many people, and considering that it contains over a thousand islands, some of which formed their own nation states, it is not that surprising. Samoa is one such Polynesian island that is not often talked about in the mainstream, but unlike many of its virtually unknown cousins, Samoa is gradually being acknowledged as a very attractive tourist destination.
The rich culture of the country, its natural and man-made attractions and its lush, tropical atmosphere are incredibly powerful tourist magnets. Here’s a short guide to one of the wonders of the world: Samoa. …
- 21 Octtibi60 in Amazing Places | 2 COMMENTS
Amazing Places: The Mysterious Easter Island
There are few places on earth that manage to fascinate people as much as the Easter Island, or Rapa Nui. Not only because of the giant stone busts lying around the island, but also because it is one of the most isolated places on earth. And since isolation and mystery go hand in hand, naturally the Easter Island ended up drawing a lot of attention, not only from archaeologists but from tourists as well. Rapa Nui can only be described as spellbinding, and it is one of those places that you can never forget, once you see them. …
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