As the first few chords of “O Saina” are proudly strummed on a guitar by a member of a Chamorro dance company, the performers sing out to Chamorro ancestors to bless
Have you ever been to the Philippines? Swimming with whale sharks, seeing tarsiers up close, holding sugar gliders, and snorkeling with sea turtles and sardines were just a few of the exciting activities I was able to experience.
It’s not just the stunning diversity of its underwater ecosystem; it’s the deep commitment to preserving this natural wonder.
Stroll through the culturally rich village roads of the south or take a dip in the island’s most well-known natural pool – all from the comfort of your screen!
This is, hands down, the most comprehensive site for local military community news and events as well as travel, restaurant reviews and off-base activities on island.
My favorite tattoo is hands-down my left sleeve. It’s comprised of the four animals for the four cardinal directions from Korea’s version of yin and yang.
This is a very simple salad or side dish made with pickled daikon radish, pearl onions, and garlic. This is not a dish you want to eat before venturing out into public…your pores will exude an odor that is guaranteed to chase away even the scariest of vampires.
This has got to be my most favorite Chamorro dessert! For non-Chamorro-speaking friends, månha means the sweet, tender meat of the young, green coconut.
In one of Guam’s most enduring legends, Puntan and Fu’una are the brother and sister gods of creation who sacrificed themselves to create the universe.
When the young women of Yap’s remote outer islands leave home to seek a college education, better work opportunities or medical care on the U.S. mainland, the risk of leaving their cultural traditions behind is very real.