NIUE

we are in niue. the smallest nation in the world (east of tonga, north of new zealand, and south of samoa. it's amazing to visit this tiny island in the middle of the pacific. the name literally means i discovered a coconut. the island is primarily limestone surrounded by a tight reef which serves to filter the water, and because there are no rivers the water quality is amazing. we are moored in 120 feet of water and can easily see the bottom!

there are 1,500 inhabitants who are interested to know how long we will stay. the many caves and chasms have kept us busy as we toured the island by motorbike. there is very little traffic so we felt quite safe going around.

our plans of the moment are tonga, fiji, and staying in new Caledonia for cyclone season. the weather prevails so we shall see. so many more countries in the next few months, but i am looking forward to getting settled somewhere for cyclone season and getting to know an area well.

cheers,
sara