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[ Caroline Islands Surf]
Caroline Islands provides uncrowded surfing experience. Only about 100 – 150 international surfers arrive here per year.
Besides fantastic surf, these islands are scattered with waterfalls, long mangrove channels, ancient ruins, spectacular crystal clear water for snorkeling and diving, and unbelievable fishing.
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[Attractions in Tinian ]
Tinian is one of the major islands in Northern Mariana. It has pristine and secluded beaches; World War II landmarks and world-class scuba diving. Most of the visitors go to Tinian for scuba diving because numerous reefs, wrecks, and caves lie under the waters surrounding the island. In Dump Cove you’ll see planes, tanks, ammunition, and Jeeps from World War II. Tinian Grotto is the most popular cavern dive. there are several other beaches that offer diverse water sports.
The prehistoric Taga stones are relics of the ancient palace built by the Chamorro Chief Taga over 3,000 years ago. The House of Taga is located on the island of Tinian.
It was believed that a mythological chief named Taga erected the pillars as a foundation for his own house. There were several such pillars but only one of which is left standing erect due to past earthquakes.
The Sand Diamond, a high-speed ferry measuring almost 50 meters in length and with the capacity to carry 290 people and more than 30 cars, will begin daily sailings between Tinian and Saipan as a means of providing better tourist access to the casino on Tinian.
[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.
[Rota Island ]
This tiny, remote island in The Marianas is only 20 kilometers long and gets many more visitors each year than it has residents. Balmy weather, sensational sights, and superb scuba diving and water sports are the main attractions on this island.
A tour provider can arrange a snorkeling or scuba diving trip to any of the undersea walls, shipwrecks or vivid coral reefs surrounding the island. Popular sites include the World War II wreck of the Shoun Maru, Blue Hole, and the Grotto, a collapsed limestone cavern with underwater passageways.
Diving, windsurfing, parasailing, and banana boating are available on this island.
[ Scuba Diving in Kiribati]
Scuba diving on Kiribati Island is available year-round but the best conditions are April through November. An array of diving facilities are available both in the Tarawa Lagoon and in locations just off neighbouring atolls.
Abundance of underwater marine life provides a breathtaking undersea exploration around the waters of the largest coral atoll in the world.
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[Ambo Island, Tarawa Atoll]
This small guesthouse has 3 self-contained rooms and it’s location is ideal for swimming. The guests can borrow kayaks, masks, snorkels and flippers to explore the ocean facing bay and its islets.
[Ambo Island]
A turquoise lagoon and long stretches of soft sand are the tourist attraction in Ambo Island. The island is ideal for relaxing waterfront walks under the shade of leafy palm trees. It is not advisable to swim in the lagoon due to the high levels of water pollution.
[Ambo Island Utirerei Motel]
This is the main accommodation available in Ambo Island. A motel with 28 rooms located in Ambo Village, including 4 over water deluxe rooms. There are a restaurant and bar, and convenience store on the premises. The motel also offers catering for special functions, banquet and meeting facilities on the premises too.