Samoa is easily accessed from New Zealand and Fiji, but also from Hawaii. We didn’t know much about Samoa before heading off, except that it was supposed to be cheaper than other South Pacific islands but with the same amazing beaches and crystal clear waters. Once we landed we were quickly greeted with those crystal clear waters and were immersed in their culture, colors and tropical heat.
Read MoreDespite our short trip to this beautiful island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, we had an incredible time exploring its stunning landscapes, beaches, and crystal clear waters, as well as indulging in scrumptious food, from Hawaiian bbq to shrimp scampi from a food truck, fresh poke caught that day, and to die for malasadas (fried doughnuts filled with custard).
Read MoreIf you haven’t heard of Guadeloupe or have the faintest idea where it is, we don’t blame you - neither did we. Guadeloupe is a sun-soaked overseas French territory that is a group of islands (the main island resembles a butterfly) that lies between St John’s and Dominica. The tropical nation feels relatively untouched by tourism, which is a welcome sight for those escaping their busy concrete jungle lives. Brush up on your high-school French because it will go a long way to helping you get around and interacting with the friendly local people. Follow along below to learn about how we filled our four day + three night trip to this beautiful island.
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