Engaging with the Wise Guardians of Papua New Guinea Posted on February 29, 2024July 12, 2024 By Travelworldwide During my summer vacation as a student, I spent a few weeks in the Southern Highlands of Papua New Guinea with some classmates for a university research project. One memorable moment from that trip was meeting the elders of Taguru Village in the Pangia District. I was there to work on my history dissertation about ‘First Contact’ in the region. To gather information, I teamed up with a local student who helped me as a translator. Together, we interviewed many of the village elders about their first encounters with white men, which happened in the 1940s. Before that time, the locals used stone axes, and shells were their currency. It was only after the 1940s that steel started being traded in the area. One elder, in particular, made a lasting impression. Wearing a pith helmet, he humorously demonstrated how he used to mock-attack, showing how they fought with neighboring tribes. We shared many laughs during this interview. If you’re curious about where this took place, Taguru Village is far from any tourist routes and might still be quite remote even today. It’s been about 20 years since my visit, but I imagine Papua New Guinea remains an off-the-beaten-path destination. Has anyone else had the chance to visit Papua New Guinea? Blog
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Blog 15 Incredible Activities to Experience in Nevis Posted on February 4, 2024July 12, 2024 Nevis, a small Caribbean island just seven miles wide, offers a wealth of attractions. A short ferry ride from St. Kitts, Nevis boasts beautiful beaches, hiking trails, historic sugar plantations, and heritage sites. The island’s relaxed charm provides an authentic Caribbean experience. Charlestown, the island’s capital, is a great starting… Read More
Blog THE KINGS HEAD INN AT BLEDINGTON – A DELIGHTFUL COTSWOLDS COUNTRY RETREAT Posted on July 1, 2024July 12, 2024 I recently stayed at the Kings Head Inn in Bledington, nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswolds. The inn is set on a charming village green with trickling streams and small wooden bridges, creating a quintessentially English scene, complete with a Union Jack flag flying above. I had read… Read More