Getting Stoned with Savages: A Trip Through the Islands of Fiji and Vanuatu
by J. Maarten Troost
from Broadway
With The Sex Lives of Cannibals, Maarten Troost established himself as one of the most engaging and original travel writers around. Getting Stoned with Savages again reveals his wry wit and infectious joy of discovery in a side-splittingly funny account of life in the farthest reaches of the world. After two grueling years on the island of Tarawa, battling feral dogs, machete-wielding neighbors, and a lack of beer on a daily basis, Maarten Troost was in no hurry to return to the South Pacific. But as time went on, he realized he felt remarkably out of place among the trappings of twenty-first-century America. When he found himself holding down a job—one that might possibly lead to a career—he knew it was time for him and his wife, Sylvia, to repack their bags and set off for parts unknown.
Getting Stoned with Savages tells the hilarious story of Troost’s time on Vanuatu—a rugged cluster of islands where the natives gorge themselves on kava and are still known to “eat the man.” Falling into one amusing misadventure after another, Troost struggles against typhoons, earthquakes, and giant centipedes and soon finds himself swept up in the laid-back, clothing-optional lifestyle of the islanders. When Sylvia gets pregnant, they decamp for slightly-more-civilized Fiji, a fallen paradise where the local chiefs can be found watching rugby in the house next door. And as they contend with new parenthood in a country rife with prostitutes and government coups, their son begins to take quite naturally to island living—in complete contrast to his dad.
Kava: Medicine Hunting in Paradise: The Pursuit of a Natural Alternative to Anti-Anxiety Drugs and Sleeping Pills
by Christopher S. Kilham
from Park Street Press
Kava, Piper Methysticum, is the most effective relaxing and stress-relieving plant in all of nature. This book is the tale of plant researcher Chris Kilham's investigations into this plant and his far-ranging explorations deep in the South Pacific in search of a source of kava. Kilham takes the reader on an adventurous journey through the mystical native legends, outlandish history, and exciting science surrounding this potent plant. A story replete with pulpit-pounding missionaries, kava-drinking natives, sorcerers, a mysterious Tahitian prince, and the author's own humorous outlook amidst difficult and perilous circumstances, Kava is a must-read for those who love tales of travel and adventure and those interested in plant medicine.
Kava is poised to become an important and now readily available natural alternative to stress-relieving drugs.
Vanuatu & New Caledonia (Country Guide)
by Jocelyn Harewood
from Lonely Planet
Laze on New Caledonia’s beaches or trek through Vanuatu’s jungles; climb high on active volcanoes or dive below to coral gardens and WWII shipwrecks. Our authors have checked out all the resorts, hostels and traditional homestays; they’ve surfed the breaks and chilled out in kava bars – leaving you free to just enjoy yourself. Unwind on island time with the only indepth guide to these two South Pacific gems.
Comprehensive Coverage of all the islands and regions, from the total isolation of Vanuatu’s Banks Islands to the bustle and savoir faire of New Caledonia’s Noumea
Candid Reviews – find out what our author thought of your resort before you book your stay!
Two Diving Chapters – our Pacific scuba specialist reveals rarely-seen coral reefs and historic WWII shipwrecks
Order Kava Or Un Cafe with our easy-to-use language chapter
Circumnavigation: Sail the Trade Winds: Vanuatu to Florida
Diving and Snorkeling Guide to Vanuatu (Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef)
by Bob Bowdey
from Pisces Books
30 dive sites in Port Vila and the outer islands, including Espiritu Santo, Tanna, Tongoa, Malekula, Pentecost, Tutuba, Malo, Sakao, Mota and Reef Islands. Dive highlights: WWII wrecks, including the world's largest diveable wreck, the S.S. President Coolidge.
Lonely Planet Vanuatu
by Michelle Bennett
from Lonely Planet Publications
This comprehensive guide to Vanuatu is packed with advice for travellers on all budgets. Get the most out of the archipelago's many attractions, from the alluring capital of Port Vila to the white-sand beaches, lush rainforests, and traditional Melanesian culture, including land diving - the original bungy jump.
- 47 maps including full-colour country map
- concise French and Bislama language section
- historical background and information on Ni-Vanuatu culture
- information on spectacular coral reefs, marine life and dive sites
- full range of places to stay and eat including complete resort information
Vanuatu Country Map by Hema
by Hema Maps
from Hema Maps
"Vanuatu's most comprehensive map." Folded travel map of the islands of Vanuatu. Main map distinguishes between 4 levels of roads and shows locations of accommodations, banks, hospitals and police stations. Includes a street map of Port Villa. Reverse side of map contains extensive tourist information and photos. Main map scale 1:1,000,000 with enlarged insets of the islands of Espiritu Santo, Pentecost, Tanna, and Efate.
Vanuatu Country Study Guide (World Country Study Guide
by USA International Business Publications
from International Business Publications, USA
This study guide contains basic information on economy, government, business, history and geography, climate, traditions, people, places to visit. Provides information on government, political organizations, and more... Includes basic statistics, information on the most important business contacts and business travel. Updated annually.
South Pacific Ocean, Solomon Islands to Vanuatu (SuDoc D 5.356:82020/996)
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