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  • Are you a traveller seeking a real adventurous island experience? You may consider Ambrym Island in Vanuatu. Ambrym Island or also known as New Hebrides is one of many islands in the Vanuatu archipelago. The Ambrym island is located in central Vanuatu, South West Pacific. Some people cal this island as “black island” due to the volcanic ash and because of its ‘black magic’ mystery. In the deep of Ambrym Island, you can see the famous and magnificent tamtams that sculpted out of tree trunks. They are one of the most impressive art items in Vanuatu. The sculpted tamtams (slit gongs) are common decoration you will find in the dancing areas of traditional villages. All are planted in the ground, which can reach several metres high. They were used to beat the rythm for dancing and singing during the ceremonial rituals. But nowadays, this sculpted tamtams are also used for...

    Experience Adventurous Journey at Ambrym Island

    Posted on November 19, 2011 | No Comments
    Are you a traveller seeking a real adventurous island experience? You may consider Ambrym Island in Vanuatu. Ambrym Island or also known as New Hebrides is one of many islands in the Vanuatu archipelago. The Ambrym island is located in central Vanuatu, South West Pacific. Some people cal this island as “black island” due to the volcanic ash and because of its ‘black magic’ mystery. In the deep of Ambrym Island, you can see the famous and magnificent tamtams that sculpted out of tree trunks. They are one of the most impressive art items in Vanuatu. The sculpted tamtams (slit gongs) are common decoration you will find in the dancing areas of traditional villages. All are planted in the ground, which can reach several metres high. They were used to beat the rythm for dancing and singing during the ceremonial rituals. But nowadays, this sculpted tamtams are also used for...

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  • Volcanic activity, both terrestrial and sub-oceanic breathe the life out of this archipelagic country comprising of 83 islands, spanning the whole of 1,300 km from your two outermost islands, north to south. Those 83 may soon be joined by other islands yet-to-sprout looking at the constant volcanic upheavals. Indeed, earthquakes and an occasional spewing of scalding ash and lava from the main island active volcano, Lopevi have been section of the inhabitants daily staple. But they are undeterred, being solid in their faith in God for the Christian faith among the inhabitants is strong. They are likewise guided by a set of mores called “kastom” – a group of traditional conventional and customary beliefs associated with the most part of their daily life. There are several resorts located on the various islands of Vanuatu. Most favorite among them is Le Lagon, that has been operating for the last 30 years....

    Famous Sites in Vanuatu

    Posted on September 12, 2011 | No Comments
    Volcanic activity, both terrestrial and sub-oceanic breathe the life out of this archipelagic country comprising of 83 islands, spanning the whole of 1,300 km from your two outermost islands, north to south. Those 83 may soon be joined by other islands yet-to-sprout looking at the constant volcanic upheavals. Indeed, earthquakes and an occasional spewing of scalding ash and lava from the main island active volcano, Lopevi have been section of the inhabitants daily staple. But they are undeterred, being solid in their faith in God for the Christian faith among the inhabitants is strong. They are likewise guided by a set of mores called “kastom” – a group of traditional conventional and customary beliefs associated with the most part of their daily life. There are several resorts located on the various islands of Vanuatu. Most favorite among them is Le Lagon, that has been operating for the last 30 years....

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  • A holiday in Vanuatu is filled with excitement. The island is located in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean and it is near Australia. It was discovered by European settlers in 1605. It became a republic in 1980. The location of the island makes it a great vacationing spot. There are many different activities for tourists to participate in. Some of the most popular places to visit on the island include Espiritu Santo and Efate. These islands have towns and volcanoes. The best beaches are found in Espiritu Santo. The weather is great, the climate is tropical and people are surrounded by nature. There are volcanoes, water and wonderful beaches in the area. Tourists can also visit the world’s largest wreck, the President Coolidge, while diving. A holiday in Vanuatu is great because people can do a wide variety of things. People can embark on one of the many...

    Take a Holiday in Vanuatu for a Stress-Free Vacation

    Posted on June 13, 2011 | No Comments
    A holiday in Vanuatu is filled with excitement. The island is located in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean and it is near Australia. It was discovered by European settlers in 1605. It became a republic in 1980. The location of the island makes it a great vacationing spot. There are many different activities for tourists to participate in. Some of the most popular places to visit on the island include Espiritu Santo and Efate. These islands have towns and volcanoes. The best beaches are found in Espiritu Santo. The weather is great, the climate is tropical and people are surrounded by nature. There are volcanoes, water and wonderful beaches in the area. Tourists can also visit the world’s largest wreck, the President Coolidge, while diving. A holiday in Vanuatu is great because people can do a wide variety of things. People can embark on one of the many...

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  • Vanuatu is the small beautiful country located in the South Pacific Ocean between Solomon Islands, New Caledonia, Australia and Fiji. From the point of temperature, Vanuatu weather conditions remain rather comfortable most of the time, as the temperature is quite uniform throughout the year and the islands get rather much sunshine. Vanuatu weather varies from wet tropical in the north (over 4000mm of rainfall a year) to subtropical in the south (less than 2000mm), with dry rain-shadow areas in between. Vanuatu weather is roughly divided into a dry season from May to October (the austral winter) and a wet season from November through April. Winter is from April to September with the temperature averaging 23°C. Light weight casual clothing plus a sweater is usually sufficient. November & December are warm but not generally unpleasantly so. January to March is hot (26-34 degrees Celsius), often wet and prone to cyclones. The...

    Vanuatu Weather

    Posted on May 2, 2011 | No Comments
    Vanuatu is the small beautiful country located in the South Pacific Ocean between Solomon Islands, New Caledonia, Australia and Fiji. From the point of temperature, Vanuatu weather conditions remain rather comfortable most of the time, as the temperature is quite uniform throughout the year and the islands get rather much sunshine. Vanuatu weather varies from wet tropical in the north (over 4000mm of rainfall a year) to subtropical in the south (less than 2000mm), with dry rain-shadow areas in between. Vanuatu weather is roughly divided into a dry season from May to October (the austral winter) and a wet season from November through April. Winter is from April to September with the temperature averaging 23°C. Light weight casual clothing plus a sweater is usually sufficient. November & December are warm but not generally unpleasantly so. January to March is hot (26-34 degrees Celsius), often wet and prone to cyclones. The...

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