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Bombing techniques for your next trip to the Cook Islands [video]

In the Cook Islands, I've recognised that age is not a factor when it comes to bombing. Wherever there is water you will no doubt see people of all ages competing with whoever is there. For the...

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Which part of the Pacific do you identify with most?

In our quiz this week, we wanted to see how well you know the regions of Oceania. Now we want to know a bit more about you. Which of these Pacific regions do you identify with most? [os-widget...

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Takihi – a recipe for that creamy, sweet and savory Niuean treat

I’ve been told so many times about the deliciousness of the Niuean takihi and that it is a crime that I hadn't tried it already - ekkk! So naturally, I messaged my Niuean faves and asked them if...

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Where am I? Polynesia, Micronesia or Melanesia? (Quiz)

Manaui is for the people of Oceania. That includes a LOT of different islands all across the Pacific ocean. In this quiz, we're focusing on only 3 regions of Oceania - Melanesia, Micronesia and...

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link to That famous pink potato salad from the Cook Islands – recipe includes homemade dressing!

That famous pink potato salad from the Cook Islands – recipe includes homemade dressing!

For first-timers, a pink potato salad combined with mixed frozen vegetable can look weird and borderline ewww. But actually, this is one of the most well known salads in the Polynesian community......

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Name the days of the week in Hawaiian

Once severely endangered, knowledge of the Hawaiian language is being restored thanks to recent revitalization efforts. Let's help celebrate this beautiful language by learning a few words. Can you...

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Kia Orana! Born in Rarotonga with Scottish and Tahitian roots, I'm an island girl at heart that can't swim. I'm definitely a better makeup artist than I am a writer, but I'm excited to share some of my beauty and island experiences with you.

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Alaisa fa'apopo - Samoan coconut rice
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The art of making candy lei - Tongan style!
Are you using the word "Uso" correctly?
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