Comments on: The Ultimate Pohnpei Micronesia Travel Guide: “An Undiscovered Eden”

By: John Ranahan

John Ranahan — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:20:02 +0000

Thanks for the good words about Laidenki Diving & Tours. We also offer boat trips (including kayaks) to Nan Madol (maximum of 2 passengers, though).

Another good spot to stay is The Hide Away, which offers thatched (air=conditioned) cottages and a great Bar & Grill in the evenings. Another great (the best, we think) restaurant on the island is Fusion. There is also a new Sushi Lounge opening 28/2/20 which promises to be a great location, given the owners.

By: Worldwide Wilbur

Worldwide Wilbur — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 01:07:42 +0000

In reply to Allois Malfitani. Hi Allois, Thanks for the info and rates for Pohnpei Surf and Dive Club. I updated my post with it. I'll try to get on one of your boats again next time I'm in town. Mahalo, Sam

By: Allois Malfitani

Allois Malfitani — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 23:52:54 +0000

Hello Wilbur. Just to clarify some details on the Pohnpei Surf and dive Club.
Off course we do have a minimum rate for boats going out. We cant send a boat out on a 70 miles trip 10 miles off shore for peanuts right. We do our best to form groups. Better for us and cheaper for guests. Most used group rates are $60 for snorkeling, $140 for diving, $130 for Ahnd atoll snorkeling, $75 for Nan Madol and Kepirohi waterfall. All fees, fuel, snacks included. No hidden fee’s. Sorry if in your time here there was no group going out to the locations you wanted to visit. That happens at times. We use well maintained vehicles and boats, all up to standard, clean and specially safe (yes, all safety equipment on board, EPERB, VHS radio, Cell Phones, life jackets, first aid kits). Our staff knows these water very well. They also know what the guests want to see at the right day and time and always making sure we are back safely and on time. Proud to say I never had to rescue or tow one of our boats back. When it comes to surfing, we were the ones who put Pohnpei on the map. That’s where our company name comes from. There are a few tour operators on island for different budget and tastes, and enough hotels and restaurants to keep everyone happy. Pohnpei is an amazing destination with a lot to see. I can keep you busy for week! The fact that there is not to much explanation or guides to sites, or at times no one around makes it even better, unique and rare on todays oversaturated tourists destinations. We called it the Pohnpei Experience. We hope you enjoyed it. Thanks. Allois

By: Rhea

Rhea — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 10:56:24 +0000

In reply to Worldwide Wilbur. Thank you for adding the links and additional info on Cliff Rainbow Hotel! Hope to see you back in Pohnpei again, someday :)

By: Worldwide Wilbur

Worldwide Wilbur — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 09:03:54 +0000

In reply to Rhea.

Hello Rhea,
Thank you for your comment. I also wish I had known more about Cliff Hotel. Your standard room looks very nice for the price, and I wish I had stayed there.
I have added Cliff Rainbow to my post for lodging and car rental. And also added links to NIHCO Surf and Pohnpei Fishing Club.
I welcome any other additions you might have to my guide to your lovely island!
Thank you,
Sam

By: Rhea

Rhea — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 01:02:20 +0000

I wish you could have taken a closer look at Cliff Hotel and Restaurant! Standards are high and the food is of very good quality. But I understand you are writing based on your experience so I hope that the omission of Cliff Hotel and Restaurant in your recommended lodging and restaurants list is not because of a negative experience. Standard rooms at Cliff start at $42 and Deluxe rooms start at $110. Glad you had a wonderful experience overall in beautiful Pohnpei!

By: Worldwide Wilbur

Worldwide Wilbur — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 05:58:58 +0000

In reply to Kate Cook. Thanks Kate!

By: Kate Cook

Kate Cook — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 21:37:25 +0000

Wonderful pictures and post! This destination is definitely going into my bucket list! It looks so lovely.