With a roughly circular circumference of just 80 miles and a peak altitude of 780 meters, Pohnpei is the largest and highest of the FSM states. Outside of the main town of Colonia one road circumnavigates the island, connecting many of the coastal villages. Many of the best Pohnpei sights are located just off the main… Read more »
There are exactly three tourist accommodations on Kosrae offering dive packages. I have had the pleasure of staying at two, and eating/diving with the third, so here is some practical information to help you decide between them. Nautilus Resort and Restaurant I stayed at the Nautilus on my longest trip to Kosrae. The rooms are basic yet… Read more »
Kosrae has a few interesting land-based activities, but it is the waters surrounding the island that hold some of the real beauty of this forgotten tropical paradise. Whether you enjoy kayaking, snorkeling, diving or just a beautiful tableau, exploring Kosrae by sea offers visitors many one-of-a-kind marine experiences. Kayaking Kosrae’s mangrove channels are one of its most unique features. The… Read more »
It may be small and life may move at a slower pace, but thanks to its lush geography, ancient cultures and vibrant aquatic life, there is a wide variety of things to do in Kosrae. The first post dedicated to Kosrae will explore its land-based activities. Menke Ruins and Rainforest Hike with Salik Salik Wakuk… Read more »
United Flight 154, service from Honolulu to Majuro, Kwajalein, Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk and Guam. United Flight 185, service from Guam to Yap. These are the routes for the Micronesian island hopper, lovingly referred to in the airline community as “Continental Mic”, a throwback to the pre-merger days. The island hopper is something of a bucket… Read more »
Kaselehlie and welcome to my newest series! I am back home for a brief respite before another trip to the Federated States of Micronesia in April. Like I mentioned in my last post, internet connectivity (and my free time) was limited on island, but I’ll be posting regularly until I leave again, and have a… Read more »
Hello from Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia! After an unexpected layover in the Marshall Islands, I spent a short but productive two days in Kosrae before arriving here in Pohnpei. Next week I head for Yap, and I’ll layover in Guam before returning Stateside. Internet connectivity in FSM is shaky at best, so I might not… Read more »
A sample of our photos from the southern coast of Iceland. This was before my DSLR days, so all photos taken on an iPhone 4S, Samsung Galaxy or Canon point-and-shoot. Which is your favorite? Leave a comment!
Our one night outside of Reykjavik was spent at the Brunnhóll Guesthouse, which overlooks the Vatnajökull glacier. It is situated just 6 km from the Vatnajökull National Park entrance and 30 km from the fishing village of Hofn. Brunnhóll is a family-operated farm and B&B that takes pride in its environmentally-friendly accommodations and hospitality. The guesthouse has 22 rooms available in single, double or… Read more »
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