TweetWHY: In August 1768 Captain James Cook set sail on a voyage into the largely unmapped southern Pacific Ocean – a part of the world that, 250 years later, will be celebrated through a brand new exhibition by the Royal … Continue reading →
TweetThe Republic of Kiribati has taken the commendable step of declaring the Phoenix Islands archipelago and surrounding waters, an area of 410,500 sq. km., as the Phoenix Islands Protected Area (PIPA) and is under the UNESCO World Heritage site. The … Continue reading →
TweetThe Pacific Cruise Micro-site has been revamped to enhance sharing of port and maritime information of 16 Pacific Island countries to international cruise lines and yachting enthusiasts traveling through the region. The site was developed and hosted by the South … Continue reading →
TweetSilversea’s Newest Expedition Ship Leading, ultra-luxury cruise operator Silversea, renowned for its prestigious ships and exotic locations, is to sail to even more remote and stunning destinations from 2014 with the arrival of its newest expedition ship, the 128-guest Silver … Continue reading →
TweetThis January, Crystal Cruises is offering history buffs the fascinating opportunity to visit some of the most pivotal battlegrounds and historical sites of World War II’s Pacific Campaign, along with key experts to share insider perspectives. On January 18, Crystal … Continue reading →
Tweet Palau rated high in Scuba Diving Magazine’s Top 100 Gold List — a “popularity contest” where rankings are based on a total number of responses from global readers and divers. The Top 100 Gold List features operators, resorts, live-aboards, … Continue reading →
TweetPalau’s pioneer dive shop, Fish ‘n Fins, has introduced a new helicopter service. Officially known as Palau Helicopters Inc., Fish ‘n Fins now owns and operates a new Robinson R66 turbine helicopter, which allows visitors to experience the beauty of … Continue reading →
TweetPalau was named as one of the World’s Best Ethical Destinations for 2013 on the Ethical Traveler’s annual survey of the developing world’s top countries for tourism, based on environmental and human rights performance. For the second year in a … Continue reading →
Tweet Sam’s Tours, Palau’s top dive center, recently introduced its new liveaboard dive yacht Palau Siren, in partnership with Worldwide Dive and Sail and the Siren Fleet. To provide the ultimate in liveaboard dive vacations, the Palau Siren is based … Continue reading →
Tweet Palau’s Rock Islands Southern Lagoon has been added to the World Heritage list of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). According to UNESCO’s website, the islands are a mixed site for both cultural and natural properties. … Continue reading →
Tweet Palau is promoting honeymoons and wedding. Sam’s Tours, Fish ‘n Fins and Neco Tours offer the opportunity to engage in underwater nuptials. Although no packaged programs exist, each tour company can provide this customizable service for those hard-core divers … Continue reading →
TweetFINAL CALL FOR AMAZING PACKAGE DEAL FROM HK$7,299 EXPLORE THE WORLD’S BEST DIVING DESTINATION THIS CHINESE LUNAR NEW YEAR United Continental Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: UAL) marked another milestone for its operations in Hong Kong with it’s first-ever charter flight from … Continue reading →
Tweet In 2012, Palau will host several ocean-based events, including Shark Week, Wrexpedition (featuring World War II dive wrecks), Kids Sea Camp and Diversity Fiesta. The Tenth Annual Shark Week takes place at Palau’s Fish ‘n Fins dive shop, from … Continue reading →
TweetPalau, Micronesia Introduces NEW Eco Theme ParkVisit us at www.visit-palau.blogspot.com (Palau Micronesia — Recently opened, the Palau Eco Theme Park introduces a whole new brand of adventure to this Micronesian paradise. The theme park features Palau’s only zip-line course for those … Continue reading →
TweetThe Star Alliance has introduced the Micronesia Airpass. Passengers an purchase up to 10 flights on the Continental Airlines and United network across Micronesia, all in a single ticket at an attractive price. Travel on the Micronesia Airpass can commence … Continue reading →
TweetThe new Ngellil Nature Island Resort has made its debut in Palau, Micronesia. The eco-resort is the brainstorm of Palau Plantation Resort’s Saburo Ishige, who designed a similar resort on the more populous destination in Palau’s capital, Koror. The Ngellil … Continue reading →
TweetKOSRAE, Micronesia- Kosrae Island is a diver and snorkeler’s paradise. Just below the Pacific’s cerulean surface, tropical fish, pristine hard coral reefs, turtles, rays, even friendly sharks are ready to show their colors. Novice divers can watch for octopi, shrimp, … Continue reading →
TweetLove and Beauty on the Micronesian Shores of Kosrae KOSRAE ISLAND, Micronesia- Lovers beware one trip to Kosrae Village and you may be scrambling to leave the urban chaos of the real world forever. Owners Bruce and Katrina fell for … Continue reading →
TweetPalau is taking strides to preserve its natural resources, including sharks, whales, jelly fish, dolphins, agriculture, aquaculture and coral reefs. Eco-friendly practices are indigenous to the local culture and traditions and are now becoming a springboard for the island nation … Continue reading →
TweetThe South Pacific island nation of Palau declared all the waters within its Exclusive Economic Zone to be a marine mammal sanctuary for the protection of whales, dolphins and dugongs. Harry Fritz, Palau’s minister of the environment, natural resources and … Continue reading →
