Post #232214 by cheekytiki on Tue, May 16, 2006 1:22 AM

HMC, In my view Samoa is probably one of best places on the planet, you're right there isn't much Tiki, but there is loads of other cool stuff to pick up.
Aggies is a great old Hotel,its got History and Class, the Tusitala is a fancy place.
There are some cool bars and restaurants around Apia, go and see one of the Fa'fafine shows if you get a chance, they are great fun.
Check out Robert Louis Stevensons grave.
Whilst Upolu has nice beaches and places to stay, go over to Savai'i (take the ferry) where you will find the real Samoa. The people are fantastic, there aren't many Tourists and the island is unspoilt.
A good place to stay that i thoroughly recommend is Satuiatua beach bungalows, Matti the owner is lovely, the food is great, it has a bar, beach and some of the best surfing in Samoa on the doorstep.
If you go could you take a picture of the mural on the Toilets for me.
I painted it whilst i was there, to help pay my way (I ended up staying for 3 months instead of two weeks) but didn't have a camera.
On the note of Cameras take all the spare batteries, memory cards, film that you need as it is hard to find .