When it comes to hotels, bars and the like Arawa and indeed Bougainville is not exactly eclectic. That is though not to say there are not a few options. This is what led us to both the Bovotel and Steak Hous (German spelling) on our recent tour of Bougainville. What the Arawa and what the…
What is it like to fly domestically in Papua New Guinea? Well if you remember the days of state run everything and it being done badly, then you will get an idea. Honestly though that does not even scratch the surface. In essence flying domestically in Papua New Guinea can be defined by a few…
When it comes to eating in Goroka there really are not many options, which is surprising when you consider that they have such a big festival – as in the Goroka Show here. In fact things are so bad that the it actually makes the nightlife of Mount Hagen look eclectic.This means that the Bird…
Street food is more than just a quick bite on the go; it’s a vibrant expression of culture, history, and community. Across the globe, street food offers a window into the lives of the people who make it, the traditions that inspire it, and the stories that are shared over its flavours. From bustling night markets in Southeast Asia to food trucks in North America, street food plays a pivotal role in shaping the culinary landscapes of cities and towns.
The Highlander Hotel in Mount Hagen is generally known as the best hotel and restaurant in Mount Hagen, but how true is that? Well if 2024 is anything to go by, not all that much so. We were of course visiting as part of the 2024 Mount Hagen Festival tour, with the restaurant at the…
Papua New Guinea, wanem ples we i gat planti kain samting yu ken lukim, olsem ol krai, bikpela kastom, na ol gutpela lo. Ol i gat planti kain dring tu we yu mas traim, na ol i kamap long ol kastom na planti taun. Paiawarman Kokonut Ruma Wanem i stap olsem busin bilong ol famili…
