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The Fakaleti's of Vava'u Peace Corps

The Fakaleti's of Vava'u

Steve Hunsicker May 29, 2008

As the winter season starts to arrive in Vava'u, there are more and more events to entertain the tourists and the people who live here. Last week…

Memorial Day Tonga Style Peace Corps

Memorial Day Tonga Style

Steve Hunsicker May 27, 2008

There's no Memorial Day holiday for Peace Corps volunteers in Tonga, but the weekend was truly memorable. It started with a celebration of fellow…

An Unexpected Result Peace Corps

An Unexpected Result

Steve Hunsicker May 21, 2008

I've been working this week with the owner of a Falekoloa (small shop) who, like most Tongans, doesn't keep any records.    I got involved af…

Business Changes in Tonga Peace Corps

Business Changes in Tonga

Steve Hunsicker May 14, 2008

Foreign Competition and Great Marketing There is very little foreign investment in Tonga and almost all businesses are small and locally owned.   Th…

Getting Robbed in Tonga Peace Corps

Getting Robbed in Tonga

Steve Hunsicker May 05, 2008

I had my laptop, camera, passport and other valuables stolen on Thursday while staying at the Friendly Islander Hotel in Nuku’alofa. I didn’t know i…