Discovering Samoa

Samoa Discovering: Scouting the Hidden Paradise of the Pacific Islands

ByPhoebe Kalani

Introduction Samoa, the “Cradle of Polynesia” is the ancestral homeland of the Polynesians. Join us to explore an unforgettable South Pacific experience. Geography Location and Size Samoa lies approximately 1,800 miles northeast of New Zealand and 2,600 miles southwest of Hawaii. It shares the Samoan archipelago with American Samoa and consists of nine islands. The…

Oahu Island

Explore Oahu Island: Hawaii’s Diverse Gem

ByPhoebe Kalani

I. Introduction II. Geography A. Location and Size B. Archipelago Formation Like Maui and other Hawaiian Islands, Oahu owes its existence to volcanic activity from a hotspot in the Earth’s mantle beneath the Pacific Plate. As the volcanoes grew, they shaped the landscape of Oahu, carving out valleys, cliffs, and rugged coastlines. Erosion significantly sculpted…