Frainer Says: Much of the information about getting to Tokelau is dated. I have just returned from Tokelau Aug. 1, 2012 via the ferry MV Lady Naomi (a rust bucket). It was in...
ollyf Says: "Tokelau telephones" are actually public toilets. As the sanitation system in Tokelau is pretty basic, most people use the Tokelau telephones - long drops over...
Luana Liki Hotel: The only restaurant
ollyf Says: Tokelau has only one restaurant, which is in the only hotel. If you are staying at the Luana Liki, you will get three emals per day included in the price -...
ollyf Says: The MV Tokelau is not only the one way to get to Tokelau, but the only means of getting AROUND the country, too.The cargo ship calls at each atoll a few times...
ollyf Says: The ONLY scheduled method of travelling to, from and between Tokelau is on board the cargo ship MV Tokelau, which operates a round trip from Apia, Samoa...
ollyf Says: Tokelau is among the nations most at risk from the threat of rising sea levels. It lies flat on the sea level with virtually no elevation. Consequently, you can...
The bluest sea you'll ever see
ollyf Says: No, that isn't the Estonian flag to the right - it's a picture of the sea off Fakaofo with the edge of the boat included for contrast. I have never seen such...
ollyf Says: Kirikiti is the Polynesian version of cricket. The name is a transliteration of 'cricket', but the sports have their differences. Kirikiti uses a different bat...
Post Office: Some of the rarest stamps
ollyf Says: The post office in Nukunonu is the only one in Tokelau. The only thing worth buying as a souvenir from Tokelau is a selection of stamps.I'm no collector, but I...
ollyf Says: Waterproof covers for your bags are essential in case you end up sleeping on the lower deck of the boat. Reef shoes or strong trainers if you intend walking in...
Transport to uninhabited islands
ollyf Says: Mr Luciano Perez, the owner of the Luana Liki Hotel in Nukunonu, has a boat available for charter. He can take you to visit his family's island, Sydney Island,...
ollyf Says: Swimming in the lagoons of Tokelau's three atolls is safe and stunning, but don't be tempted to dip into the ocean sides. The sea is very powerful and you would...
Comments