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The Concept of Giving Feb 18

peopleThere is a universal law saying “Giving is Receiving”. Although this concept is known it is not always used. I am living in a country and among people that practice giving as a natural part of their life. It would be impossible for someone in Samoa not to share their food with you if you came close to their house during meal times. The fact that the word for your and mine is spelled the same way (lau) must have something to do with that we all share the same things.

There is also a total trust in that when you get old you will be supported by your kids. Your family is your life insurance and this vill not change in 1000 years in Samoa. Hope we can learn more from this in the western society.

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Apia the Capital of Samoa Feb 14

apia-police-band1We do understand that almost everyone like to go to the beach but you must give yourself the time to explore Apia.

This is the place where the police are wearing skirts and were you can find beautiful traditional items on the food- or flea market. Today Apia is a modern small city with the possibility to find almost anything. High speed internet is available in the internet cafe’s and also at some restaurants with wireless systems. Try to spend a few days and nights to explore the restaurants, cafes and night life in town or just stroll along the sea-wall in the afternoon watching all people exercising or talking to each other after another day in paradise.

Take a look at the following link with more details about the food & culture in Apia.

The famous author Robert Louis Stevenson’s former house which now is a very interesting museum is not far away and if you are into Golf, you have two 18 hole golf courses directly outside of the city. Why not go to the “Sliding Rocks” having fun by sliding on flat rocks into pools with cool river water. Apia has it all and it is waiting for you.

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Opportunity Season in Samoa Feb 07

 

rica_waterfallThe Season from December – March has often been called the rainy season or wet season and many visitors have decided not to go to Samoa because of the weather. The truth is that we have fantastic weather during this time and most rain comes during the night. The wind is less strong which makes it slightly warmer if you go inland. Most of our visiting guests like to sit right on the beach were it is nice and cool always.

I have heard people say, lets go to Fiji or Cook island because there is no rainy season. The fact is, they have exactly the same climate and weather, there is only one difference – they newer call it “The Rainy Season”.

From Now on lets call it “The Opportunity Season” which it truly is. We have lower rates on all flights, hotels and car rentals, it is less crowded if you like to go golfing on one of our 3 Golf Courses, rent a car and go exploring the living culture on the island or just spend the time on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

You should take a look at the low air fares from Polynesian Blue or Air New Zealand during this time. Check out our accommodation deals for all our hotels on our www.samoa-experience.com website.

See you soon in Samoa, the island of Opportunity….

Sunny Greetings

Mats

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Don't Leave Home Without your Lonely Planet Guide Book Feb 02

rica_oscar_beach1We are happy to let you know that you now can get your Lonely Planet Guide Book directly from Amazon.com on our “Shop” site (see link at the top of this site). The Lonely planet has truly proven to be what they say “A Survival Kit” which is used in almost all countries in the World.

Don’t leave home without it!

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