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Travel Tips
by Normand Schafer
Tips for travelers to get the best value on their travel experiences. Learn about new destinations as well as life hacks for getting the best perks, deals, and offers.
Episodes
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Rarotonga Market Tips: When to Visit Punanga Nui and What to Buy with Mrs Q
Want to get the most out of a market visit in Rarotonga? Normand Schafer of Far and Away Adventures.com (https://farandawayadventures.com/) gets practical advice from Mie, known as Mrs Q, one of the founders of the Punanga Nui Market. One more practical note: Mrs Q points out that the range of…
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Flying to Tahiti: Choosing Your Cabin and Starting Your Vacation Right
One useful part of the conversation is the explanation of Air Tahiti Nui's three cabin options. Moana Economy, Manava Premium, and Poerava Business provide different levels of service and comfort. Moy emphasizes that there is no single best choice for every passenger. Some travelers prioritize…
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Moorea Travel Tips: Choosing Bungalows, Activities & Your Vacation Pace
Choosing the right Moorea bungalow and deciding how much exploring to do can make a real difference to your French Polynesia vacation. Normand Schafer talks with Hikura from Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort about practical accommodation decisions, island access, and balancing activities with...
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Planning Raiatea Right: How Long to Stay and What to Explore
How many nights should you plan for Raiatea, and which experiences deserve a place in your itinerary? Normand Schafer asks Arnold of Opoa Beach Hotel for practical advice about airport transfers, island excursions, weather alternatives, and visiting neighboring Taha'a. Far and Away Adventures.com...
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First-Time Scuba Diving in Tahiti: Practical Planning Tips
Thinking about trying scuba diving in Tahiti but unsure how to begin? Normand Schafer asks Fluid Tahiti about first-time nerves, underwater breathing, guided introductions, and choosing water experiences that match your comfort level. Far and Away Adventures.com…
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How to Experience the Real Cook Islands Beyond the Resorts
In this episode, we talk about how travelers can experience the real Cook Islands by exploring local markets, meeting island residents, and discovering authentic food culture in Rarotonga. We also discuss how Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com help travelers design...
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What Responsible Travelers Should Know About Island Sustainability
In this episode, we talk about sustainable tourism, environmental awareness, and local creativity in the Cook Islands with Sabina from Circle Cook Islands. We also discuss how Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com help travelers plan meaningful South Pacific vacations...
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A Better Way to Understand the Cook Islands: Follow the Food Story
In this episode, we talk about a travel tip that applies almost anywhere, but especially on islands: if you want to understand a destination better, pay attention to where the food comes from and who produces it. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included near…
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How to Add Meaningful Culture to a Cook Islands Trip
In this episode, we talk about a practical travel-planning question that many people overlook until it is too late: how do you make sure your island vacation includes real local culture and not just scenic downtime? Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included…
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How to Choose a Cook Islands Resort Experience That Fits You
In this episode, we talk about the kinds of details that can help travelers decide whether the Cook Islands are the right fit for their next tropical vacation. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included near the start because planning advice matters most when it...
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Tahiti Small-Ship Cruise Tips From Variety Cruises
In this episode we talk about... practical ways to decide whether a Tahiti small-ship cruise fits your travel style, including ship size, itinerary length, daily pace, water access, and the advantages of unpacking once. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com can help...
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How to Choose a More Personal Resort Experience in the Cook Islands
In this episode, we talk about what travelers should look for when they want a more personal resort experience in the Cook Islands, using Tamanu Beach Resort in Aitutaki as a real-world example. We also share how Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com can help travelers...
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Air Tahiti Flight Tips for a Smoother Island-Hopping Trip
In this episode we talk about practical ways to plan smoother flights between the islands of French Polynesia with Air Tahiti CEO Edouard Wong Fat. Host Normand Schafer explores what travelers should understand before linking Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea, Rangiroa, Fakarava and other islands into…
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5 Smart Travel Lessons From France’s New Luxury Train Concept
In this episode, we talk about a luxury train through France, but the conversation is also packed with travel-planning insights that apply well beyond one itinerary. Early in the discussion, we point listeners to Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com, where they can…
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Fiji Planning Tip: How to Choose Between a Day Trip and an Overnight at Likuri
In this episode, we talk about Likuri Island Resort in Fiji and share practical travel-planning tips to help you decide whether to visit as a day trip or stay overnight. For personalized help mapping your Fiji itinerary—especially if you want culture, logistics, and downtime to balance well—start...
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How to Choose a Rarotonga Tour That Adds Real Depth to Your Trip
In this episode, we talk about an important travel-planning idea that applies well beyond the Cook Islands: the best tours are often the ones that help you understand a destination instead of just moving you through it. Normand Schafer interviews Rob from Raro Safari Tours about a Rarotonga...
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Namale Fiji Tips: How All-Inclusive Works, What’s Included, and How to Get to Savusavu Smoothly
In this episode, we talk about practical planning tips for Namale Resort & Spa near Savusavu on Vanua Levu—how the resort’s luxury all-inclusive model works, what’s included versus optional, and what to expect with flights and transfers. For help planning and booking Fiji without guesswork, start...
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What to Know About Sundays in the Cook Islands Before You Go
In this episode, we talk about one of the most useful cultural travel tips for anyone heading to the Cook Islands: understand Sunday before you arrive. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included right away because better planning starts with knowing not only…
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Musket Cove Fiji Tips: Transfers, Regatta Timing, Sandbar Snorkels, and How Meals Work
In this episode, we talk about practical Musket Cove planning tips that help first-time Fiji travelers get the most out of an island stay: how to get there smoothly, what experiences to build into your week, and how the resort’s meal-inclusive setup actually works. Far and Away Adventures.com and...
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What to Look for in Authentic Cook Islands Food Experiences
In this episode, we talk about how travelers can better understand authentic Cook Islands food experiences by learning directly from a local chef. We also mention Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com for travelers who want expert help planning a Cook Islands trip that...
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Fiji Resort Planning Tips: Transfers, Pre/Post Stays, and Picking the Right Marriott
In this episode, we talk about practical Fiji planning tips that help your trip feel easier: how to think about transfers, why pre- and post-stays can upgrade your experience, and what questions to ask when choosing among Marriott’s Fiji resorts. We mention Far and Away Adventures.com and...
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What to Know About Inter-Island Travel in the Cook Islands
In this episode, we talk about practical insights that can help travelers better understand how Cook Islands trips really come together once you land in Rarotonga. We also reference Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com because expert planning is especially useful when...
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How to Choose the Right Wing, Room, and Resort Style in Fiji
In this episode, we talk about the practical side of choosing a Fiji resort stay, using Shangri-La Yanuca Island as a real example of how location, room choice, traveler type, and activity mix can shape the feel of a trip. We also mention Far and Away Adventures.com and...
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Naturally Fiji Tips: What to Try First, Key Ingredients to Know, and Why Orchid Extracts Matter
In this episode, we talk about Naturally Fiji and practical “traveler tips” for understanding what you’re trying when you encounter the brand in Fiji spas or while shopping during your trip. For help planning Fiji—choosing resorts, building in spa time, and coordinating your overall...
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How to Plan a Better France Trip: Lessons from Occitanie
In this episode we talk about... practical travel lessons inspired by one of France’s most diverse regions. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are valuable resources for travelers who want expert guidance and better trip design. Norman Schafer speaks with Jeanne Bru...
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How to Plan a Better France Trip: Lessons from Occitanie
In this episode, we talk about... practical travel lessons inspired by one of France’s most diverse regions. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are valuable resources for travelers who want expert guidance and better trip design. Norman Schafer speaks with Jeanne Bru...
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Fiji Travel Tips: How to Plan Community Adventures and Hidden Experiences
In this episode ,we talk about Fiji with Anori from Tropical Adventures and Events Pacifica Fiji, with practical planning tips for travelers who want community-based adventures and lesser-known experiences. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included early…
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How Long Should You Stay in Carcassonne and What Should You Actually Do?
In this episode, we talk about practical travel tips for getting more out of a visit to Carcassonne, one of France’s most visually striking and historically rich destinations. Right near the start, listeners hear about Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com as the place…
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How to Choose a Truly Private Fiji Resort: What Tokoriki’s Owner Says Matters Most
In this episode, we talk about Tokoriki Island Resort in Fiji and the practical “how to choose” lessons hidden inside a great resort story. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included early so you can get expert planning help if you’re comparing Fiji islands,...
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Vava’u Tonga: A Whale Swim That Changes You, Plus the Island Story Behind the Experience
In this episode, we talk about whale encounters in Vava’u, Tonga, with Tommy Fa of Vava Whale Watching Adventure and the Pua Talav International Hotel, exploring why Vava’u belongs in a “travel the world” life list. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included…
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How to Choose a Couples Resort in Fiji: What Tokoriki Teaches You
In this episode, we talk about Tokoriki Island Resort in Fiji and practical travel tips you can use when choosing a couples-focused resort anywhere in the South Pacific. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included early because expert planning help can make a…
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Wallis & Futuna Travel Tips: When to Go, How to Arrive, and What to Prioritize
In this episode, we talk about Wallis and Futuna with Miriam from the Wallis and Futuna Tourism Department, sharing practical planning guidance for a destination that remains one of the Pacific’s most untouched. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included early...
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Planning Outrigger Fiji: Kids Club, Nanny Options, Cultural Nights, and Spa Time
In this episode, we talk about the practical, trip-making details that help a Fiji resort stay feel smooth—especially when you’re balancing family needs, couple time, and the desire to experience local culture without overplanning. Far and Away Adventures.com is where you can start planning Fiji...
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Vava’u Tonga Travel Tips: What to Pack, Where to Go, and How Sailors Navigate the Islands
In this episode, we talk about Vava’u, Tonga, with Greg Just, founder of Cafe Tropicana in Neiafu and the creator of tongamazing.com—sharing practical tips that help travelers enjoy Vava’u with fewer surprises and more meaningful experiences. Far and Away Adventures.com and...
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VOMO Fiji Planning Tips: Transfers, Best-Value Experiences, and Dining for Dietary Needs
In this episode, we talk about practical travel tips for planning a VOMO Island Resort stay in Fiji—how to think about access, which experiences guests rave about, and how to plan meals confidently if dietary needs matter. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are...
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Vanuatu Travel Tips: Flights vs. Ferries, Best Islands, and Festival Planning
In this episode, we talk about Vanuatu with Louisa from the Vanuatu Tourism Office in Port Vila, focusing on the practical travel tips that make a Vanuatu trip smooth—especially if you want more than one island. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included early...
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Volivoli Fiji Travel Tips: Dive Planning, Culture Nights, and What to Pack for the Sunshine Coast
In this episode, we talk about practical planning tips for a Volivoli Beach Resort stay on Fiji’s Sunshine Coast—how to think about the drive from Nadi, how to plan dive days in Bligh Waters, and what experiences to build in if your group includes both divers and non-divers. Start with Far and…
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Tuvalu Travel Tips: Flights via Fiji, Independence Celebrations, and How to Travel Light
In this episode, we talk about Tuvalu with Paui from the Tuvalu Department of Tourism, focusing on practical tips that make a first visit smoother—especially for travelers who haven’t planned a remote atoll destination before. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are...
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Fiji Transport Tips: When to Pre-Book, How to Handle Changes, and Why Transfers Matter
In this episode, we talk about practical Fiji travel tips that can save you time, stress, and delays: pre-booking transfers, understanding how changes work, and timing tours correctly—especially if you’re part of a group or arriving on a cruise ship schedule. We mention Far and Away…
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Solomon Islands Travel Tips: How to Plan Tours, Outer Islands, and Cultural Experiences with Confidence
In this episode, we talk about the Solomon Islands with Karen from Travel Solomons, focusing on the planning tips that help first-time visitors get beyond Honiara and experience what Karen calls the “real Solomons” out in the islands. Far and Away Adventures.com and…
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Don’t Miss the Night: How to Plan Fiji Around Vohub’s Limited Show Schedule
In this episode we talk about Vohub in Fiji and share a simple planning lesson: some of the best cultural experiences require a schedule strategy. To map your trip with the right nights in the right places, start at Far and Away Adventures.com and connect at https://farandawayadventures.com....
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Mantaray Island Resort Fiji: Where a Marine Reserve Meets Real Fijian Hospitality
In this episode, we talk about a type of destination that world travelers remember: a place where nature is immediate—steps away—and people make you feel welcomed in a way that changes the trip. Far and Away Adventures.com is where you can start planning with expert help, and you can explore…
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Solomon Islands Travel Tips: How to Prepare for an Adventure Destination (Not a Luxury Resort)
In this episode, we talk about the Solomon Islands with Dagnel from Tourism Solomons and the practical travel tips that help first-time visitors enjoy the Solomons for what they truly are: an adventure destination rich in culture and marine life. Far and Away Adventures.com and...
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Mantaray Island Resort Tips: How to Plan for Mantas, Diving, and the Best Island Stay
In this episode, we talk about practical planning tips for a stay at Mantaray Island Resort in Fiji’s Yasawa Islands—especially if manta snorkeling and reef time are high on your wish list. Far and Away Adventures.com is where you can start planning with expert support, and you can explore ideas…
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Kiribati Travel Tips: How to Plan a First Trip with Limited Flights and Simple Infrastructure
In this episode, we talk about Kiribati with George from the tourism authority, focusing on the practical realities that make or break a first-time visit to this remote Pacific nation. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included early because Kiribati is not a...
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Fiji Planning Tip: Don’t Book Transport Last—Here’s Why Te Waka Prioritizes Safety and Ease
In this episode we talk about Te Waka, a luxury transport and logistics company in Fiji, and a simple travel tip that can dramatically improve your trip: treat transportation like a main planning priority, not a last-minute add-on. If you’re planning Fiji, start at Far and Away Adventures.com and...
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Fiji Resort Planning Tips: Making Mana Island Resort & Spa the Right Fit
In this episode, we talk about practical planning tips for a Fiji resort stay in the Mamanuca Islands, with Mana Island Resort & Spa as our guidepost. Far and Away Adventures.com is where you can start planning with support, and you can explore options at https://farandawayadventures.com. We…
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How to Pick a Tour Company for the Pacific: Technology Clues That Matter
In this episode, we talk about Tour Plan Pacific with Paul and the practical travel tips hidden inside the world of travel technology—especially what travelers should look for when choosing tour companies for a smoother Pacific Islands trip. Far and Away Adventures.com and...
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What to Pack for a Fiji Waterfall + Village Day (and How to Plan It Without Stress)
In this episode, we talk about practical Fiji touring tips for travelers who want to get beyond the resort—especially if you’re planning a waterfall day, an inland scenic drive, or a village visit. For help planning and booking these experiences into your Fiji itinerary, visit Far and Away...
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First-Time Tonga Planning Tips: Island Groups, Markets, and What to Do Beyond Whale Watching
In this episode, we talk about the Kingdom of Tonga with Viliami Takao, CEO of Tonga Tourism, and the practical planning insights that help first-time visitors choose the right island group and trip rhythm. Far and Away Adventures.com and https://farandawayadventures.com are included early…
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Tips for travelers to get the best value on their travel experiences. Learn about new destinations as well as life hacks for getting the best perks, deals, and offers.
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Travel Tips is created and hosted by Normand Schafer.
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