Savaii, Samoa

... one day. Unfortunately we ran out of time for the leisurely loop around the island by getting stuck on the beach in Savaii island. And finally, a great big shout out to Mo (of Herkmo inc.) for encouraging us, no strongarming us, into including Samoa ...

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... wharf, ferry to Savaii, and another taxi to the car rental spot, and we were on our way to explore yet another Samoan island. Savaii is like stepping into the past.  The way of life is simple and based mostly on farming and of course a bit of ...

... Avaiki, in Hawaii it is, well....Hawaii and in Samoa where there is no 'k' and 'h' is replaced by 's' it becomes Savaii. This spiritual place is representative not only of the original Polynesian homeland but it is also believed to be where souls return ...

... have started a special needs school in Apia, assisted Vic's school in adopting a special needs program and got everyone is Savaii with special needs together for the first time. Their work is unprecedented here in Samoa. I was lucky enough to be in ...