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[ TaoTao Tasi Beach Show]
You experience Guam’s ancient Chamorro warriors and beautiful dancers from the islands of Tahiti and the exciting fire dancing of Samoa along with freshly cooked BBQ with meats, local dishes, seafood, and more, in this show.
[Kiribati fish ]
Fish and seafood are the main source of food throughout Kiribati. The cuisine, like all Pacific island cuisines, has been influenced by many cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, American, and British.
Coconut, taro, breadfruit, pandanus (screw pine), pumpkin, papaya and banana are widely grown in Kiribati. Imported foods such as rice, flour and sugar are also available.
The national drink is called toddy, a sweet and nutritious drink made from coconut sap. From this sap a sweet syrup is made which can replace sugar, and is used in many recipes.
Shrimp and lobster are present on all the restaurant meals. Char fish, that looks like trout is roasted or barbecued, and is accompanied by freshly grated coconut rice. Raw tuna or flying fish marinated in a curry and coconut sauce and Bonefish burger are also popular. Snapper, cooked with coconut or simply grilled, accompanied by pieces of fried breadfruit are also served in restaurants.
[Guam food. ]
Guam has become the food capital of the Pacific. Dozens of different cuisines reflect the melting pot of its people. It is easy to find a world-class meal on Guam.
[Saipan]
Saipan is the largest island of the Northern Mariana Islands. In 2017 Saipan’s population was 47,565. The legislative and executive branches of the Commonwealth government are located in the village of Capitol Hill on the island. But the judicial branch is located in the village of Susupe. Most publications designate Saipan as the Commonwealth’s capital.
Coconuts, papayas, and Thai hot peppers are among the fruits that grow wild, while Mango, taro root, breadfruit, and bananas are cultivated.
There are 4 local television stations in Saipan. Local music consists of Chamorro, Carolinian, Micronesian Hawaiian Reggae, and Palauan music. Asian music consists of Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Philippine music. Mainland American music consists of much of the same music that can be found on U.S. radio.
[Locally available items ]
The cuisine of the Mariana Islands is largely made up of meat dishes including pork, poultry, horse meat, and meat from other land mammals. Some popular land animals consumed include bats, mice, rats, and lizards. Most of the dishes are cooked in coconut oil. Seafood is another popular option because of the surrounding seas. Some seafood includes sea cucumbers, whale meat, and various fish.
Kelaguen is a favorite dish of the Chamorro people. The dish consists of chicken, shrimp, fish, or beef marinated in a mix of lemon juice and fresh coconut.
Buffet World Restaurant (Susupe, Saipan) is a place where you can sample all the local favorites during a single meal.
[Scuba diving in North Mariana ]
Tourists for this island nation mainly consist of Filipino, Japanese, American, Korean, Taiwanese, and Chinese tourists. There are several large tour operators in Saipan that cater to Asian tourists coming into the island. By far, the majority of tourism in the Northern Marianas is in Saipan. Several flights a day land in Saipan. Tourism has grown slowly and is now a major part of the economy.
Near the Saipan beach, there are themed cafes and the American Memorial Park with a historical museum, where you can see the artifacts of World War II.
American chain establishments from Pizza Hut to the Saipan Hard Rock Café abound on the Northern Mariana Islands. There are also several independently owned restaurants whose menus include traditional island favorites like chicken kelaguen.
Karaoke and hostess bars are the most common nightlife options. But Western-style bars are also common and are safe to party to. Some bars have live music.
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Tourism is one of the important elements in the economy. In the fiscal year 2000–2001, some 50,000 business and tourists arrived there. Tourist activity focuses on scuba diving and snorkeling. There are many amazing diving sites such as The Blue Corner, German Channel, Ulong Channel, and Blue Holes. Palau Jellyfish Lake is an attraction. Here jellyfish have evolved away from their stingers in the absence of predators. The lake is good for scuba diving.
Nearly all visitors can receive a free 30-day tourism visa on arrival. Citizens of Bangladesh and Myanmar need to obtain a visa in advance for entry.
Taiwan and Palau launched Asia’s first Covid-19 travel bubble on 1 April 2021. On that day the first batch of around 100 Taiwanese tourists arrived at Taoyuan international airport near Taipei.
[Tabuaeran Hotels ]
The Fanning Island Lodge guesthouse, is rustic. There is no running water or electricity. The facilities are shared. There are 5 private local type of houses known as Kia kias, one lodge and 2 shared bathrooms.
Cuisine is inspired by locally available fish and vegetables.
[Seaweed farming]
It was only in 1994 seaweed farming was introduced to the islands of Kiritimati (Christmas Is.) and Tabuaeran (Fanning Is.). The seaweed aquaculture from these two islands now comes to about 1000 MT per annum. Seaweed farming now returns over AUS $ 380,000 per annum in farmer payments. By 1997 over 420 people were receiving income from seaweed farming.
On Tabuaeran seaweed has now replaced copra as the main source of income for over 70% of all households. The new seaweed-based economy has also ensured the success of the resettlement policy of the Kiribati Government. This is a good model for aquaculture of seaweed in other atolls in the Pacific region.
[Crab Cocktail]
Fish and marine resources are a primary food source. Only the most hardy plants can grow there. Local crops include coconut, giant swamp taro, breadfruit, pandanus, and a native fig. Coconut is central to the diet and is especially valued for the sweet rich toddy (sap) cut from the flower spathe. Toddy is used as a children’s drink or as a base for syrup. It can also be soured into vinegar and fermented into an alcoholic drink. Drunkenness is a widespread problem that is dealt with on some islands by the prohibition of alcohol. Imported goods such as rice, flour, canned butter, and canned fish and meat, are becoming increasingly important in the daily diet.
