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The common misconception is that Micronesia is an island itself but the opposite is actually true. Micronesia is actually a chain of islands that consists of 10 solitary bits of land and one large grouping of small islands. This makes up the mass of lands that is known as Micronesia. The grouping of islands has come together over the course of time as the islands have come under different rulers at intervals over the centuries. This has made it difficult for the grouping to have any kind of stability but in time they all made amends to fall under the proper jurisdiction. There is much in the way of diversity on the Micronesia island chain. Each of the islands has been through many hands over the course of time. Some of the islands are predominantly English, while others are French, while others yet are US based. No matter what, each of the islands is setup for the tourist trade in most instances. This is why one can find any number of languages while visiting. Each of the islands in this chain is full of activities that are perfect for the tourists. Ancient villages still stand and make for some wonderful site seeing. The native villages that are dotted across the landscape provide vast amounts of entertainment as well. Ceremonies, festivals and crafts are all part of the experience.
Scouting the loneliest parts of the world can be a life-changing experience, more so if the destination is a small island bordered on all sides by the sublime Pacific. The overwhelming feeling of awe is common in all tourists before they alight at the Marshall Islands: it’s difficult to imagine how a sparsely-populated stretch of […]
Among the numerous islands dotted across the Marianas, Saipan stands out for its sublime beauty. This quaint island is fringed with crystal-clear beaches on its west and south coasts, and affords a majestic view of the Pacific on the north and east with rugged terrains and peaks. It’s quite difficult to imagine that this tiny […]
Palau is a beautiful island nation in the Pacific Ocean. It is located around 500 miles east of the Philippines and it is one of the world’s youngest and smallest nations. Here you will find the epitome of a tropical paradise. It is famous for its diving and is rated as one of the best […]
Located in the South Pacific Ocean, south of the Marshall Islands, Nauru is the world’s smallest independent republic. When vacationing in Nauru you will want to stay at the Menen Hotel. Built in 1969, the Menen Hotel is the only hotel in the Republic of Nauru. This is where both locals and guests have met […]
The Federated States of Micronesia is an island nation that is located in the Pacific Ocean. It is north of Papua New Guinea. It is a sovereign state that is in free association with the United States of America. Originally, they were part of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands; however, in 1979, they […]
The Northern Mariana Islands is a tropical paradise that offers gorgeous beaches, pristine blue waters, lively night life, shopping, a wide variety of ethnic food, and a plethora of outdoor activities. There are many cultural and historical attractions for you to experience here. Not to mention the recreational activities, world class golfing, luxury hotels and […]
The Marshall Islands are a group of twenty-nine coral atolls, five single islands, and reefs in Micronesia. They are all spread out over about one million square miles, making it one of the largest in the Pacific Ocean. They are located about midway between Hawaii and Australia. This is one of the most unique and […]
Kiribati is pronounced like kee-ree-bus, which is the native pronunciation of Gilberts. This is a small island republic located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean and has a population of around 70,000 Micronesians. Kiribati was previously part of the British Gilbert and Ellice Islands Colony; however, in 1979 it became independent. Kiribati is comprised […]
Located in the western North Pacific Ocean, Guam is about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines. Guam is the southernmost island in the Mariana Islands archipelago, not to mention the largest. It is a territory of the United States of America and it is one of the many islands that make up […]
