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To begin with you need to know that I lived and worked in Samoa for nine years (2005 – 2014). Samoa has and always will be in my heart, blood, and life. After living away from Samoa for nine years I was blessed to return to Samoa for a wonderful 4-week trip. After some reflection, here are some of the things that we noticed had changed in Samoa over the last 10 years. 1. More Cars If you remember in 2009 Samoa changed the side of the road, they drove on so that farmers could easily access farming equipment from...

While I love the weather in Samoa, this trip it took me while to acclimatise. So, while I don’t mind places to eat that are not air conditioned, sometimes you just need a break from the sweat. Here are 10 places in Samoa to eat that have air conditioning. Mari’s Café We love Mari’s and have been eating here for years. My old work office was located just above and so I would eat there often. More recently we went back, and the customer service and food were still amazing. Highly Recommend!       Rosy’s Burgers Rosy’s Burgers were...

The first Pacific island to become independent is the nation of Samoa, which gained independence from New Zealand in 1962. They were named Western Samoa. Samoa Independence Day is celebrated on June 1st each year to commemorate the day in 1962 when Samoa gained independence from New Zealand. It is a national holiday in Samoa and is marked by various cultural and sporting events, parades, and flag-raising ceremonies. Samoa gained independence after more than 50 years of colonial rule. The country's road to independence involved peaceful protests, negotiations, and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy. Samoa was colonized by Germany...

Last year we saw a shortage of Samoan flags around the world. This was because we were all so proud of making it to the various levels in the Rugby League World Cup. There were Samoan flags on trees, houses, cars, and even on animals. Getting caught up in all the hype, we all went out an bought a Samoan flag. It was a representation of who we are and where we all came from, even though we lived all over the world. In some areas there was a literal sea of red, white and blue. The pride inside me...

Here are 5 beautiful Samoan cultural traditions: 1. Fa'a Samoa - This refers to the Samoan way of life, which emphasizes respect for family, community, and elders. 2. Traditional dance - Samoan dance, or Siva, is a beautiful and expressive art form that has been passed down through generations.   3. Tattooing - Samoan tattoos, or tatau, are highly respected and seen as a symbol of cultural identity and status. 4. Food - Samoan cuisine is known for its unique blend of flavours, using fresh ingredients like coconut, taro, and seafood.   5. Hospitality - Samoans are known for their...