Raratonga Snorkel

Burn Baby Burn

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May 11th 2006
Forgot that when you snokel you're back and legs are exposed to the sun more than ever, so last night I was red as the communist flag, so no island nightlife for me! Better today though, said my goodbyes at Backpackers International Hostel and caught the bus over to Vara's Beach House on Muri Beach. My big backpack incured a child's fare! Anyway I'm in far better surroundings now, spacious m ... read more

Oceania » Cook Islands » Rarotonga

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Named after Captain COOK, who sighted them in 1770, the islands became a British protectorate in 1888. By 1900, administrative control was transferred to New Zealand; in 1965 residents chose self-government in free association with New Zealand. The e... ... read more