Easter Island

Ahu Tahai and Ahu Vai UriThe first day, we saw some of the moai that are located close to town – in fact, they are right in front of the Mana Nui Inn (we could see some from our balcony!).  We saw Ahu Tahai, Ahu Akapu, and Ahu Tautira.  It was a great introduction, and

Overlooking the ocean at the Mana Nui InnOur hotel was the Mana Nui Inn. They met us at the airport. Watch out when you arrive: They make everyone x-ray their baggage as you exit the airport (?!) and the machines are not guaranteed to be film-safe.  They will pass your film aroun

Ahu TongarikiEaster Island, or Rapa Nui, is only accessible via Santiago, Chile or via Papeete.  Since Chile has enough in and of itself to warrant a trip, we decided to interrupt our French Polynesian vacation with three days in Easter Island.…