Is Vanuatu dangerous?

10 October 2020 Vanuatu may not be a hot spot for crimes but it is very vulnerable to many natural disasters. This includes earthquakes, floods, cyclones, floods and volcanic eruptions. According to the UN University WorldRIskIndex, the country is “most at-risk” for natural hazards. Vanuatu sits along the ‘Ring of Fire’ and each year, there

Minimizing culture shock

27 September 2020 Vanuatu is made up of 83 islands with a small population of 290,000 in 2018. Comparing this to the urbanised city of Melbourne, with almost 5 million people, you can start to imagine that there would be a difference between the two. Often tourists visit the beautiful county to explore the outdoors

About me

Hi, my name is Reina. Throughout my life, I have been fortunate and privileged to travel around the world. I was born in Tokyo, Japan but have lived in Australia for around 14 years. I have moved back and forth between the two countries a few times. I think changing where I live often during

Diving into the beautiful Blue holes/lagoons of Vanuatu

 15 August 2020  A striking scene of serenity, the blue lagoons of Vanuatu are an iconic natural wonder. The South Pacific Ocean nation is said to have “more blue holes than anywhere else in the world”. Its tranquil, yet blindingly bold visions of nature’s splendours can be seen as a symbol for Vanuatu. In today’s post-modern world,

Exploring Lelepa Island and it’s timeworn cave paintings

24 August 2020 Vanuatu is filled with rich history and culture often seen to be channelled through its ancient cave art. On a day trip to the beautiful Lelepa island, traditional art takes the form of rock paintings and petroglyphs found in many island caves to this day. At Fels Cave, UNESCO world heritage site

Eliminating stereotypes of Vanuatu

Have you ever been to Vanuatu? Most people when thinking about the country would picture the beautiful ocean and outdoor adventures. Looking at Instagram posts of people who visit, you’d see images of its natural beauty most often. Many of us would have an immediate image of palm trees and sunny days, Vanuatu is filled

Are we polluting Vanuatu?

There are currently issues from international engagement such as the increasing number of tourists effecting Vanuatu’s environment. Popular tourist attractions are mostly outdoor activities as Vanuatu has breathtaking natural experiences, mentioned in previous blogs, but this leads to both positive and negative consequences. Positive effects can include the spreading awareness of natural disasters, global warming