A small island, right at the heart of the Pacific Ocean, receives only a handful of tourists each year. Tuvalu is an extremely tiny and remote nation located in the South Pacific Ocean. Its entire landmass is about twice the size of the Los Angeles Airport or just a fourth of the size of Disney World. Thus, due to its miniature size, it’s actually quite difficult to even spot it on a world map.
A group of islands and atolls forms Tuvalu and the entire country is so thin that you can see both sides of the water at almost any point. What makes it even more interesting is that there is only one international airport in the country, and during sunset, the airstrip turns into a playing field where the locals gather for a game of soccer, volleyball, and all sorts of different activities.
Tuvalu’s Beauty and Strong Community Bond
This untouched corner of the Pacific has a collection of stunning lagoons, coral reefs, magnificent beaches, and turquoise waters. It also offers a peaceful and secluded environment that is ideal for relaxation.
What makes Tuvalu even more special is its people. The people of this untouched nation are some of the nicest and kindest people you’ll ever meet. Everywhere you go, you will be showered with warm smiles and helpful souls.
An interesting fact about the Tuvaluans is, that they take communal living extremely seriously. According to locals, at some point in their upbringing in Tuvalu, they can end up calling one of their best friends their brother or their sister. At that moment, that person literally becomes a part of their family and when they both grow up and have kids with their separate partners, they all move in together in interconnected houses and raise all their kids as a community of the Least visited country in the world.
It’s amazing how there is no ‘me’ or ‘you’ in Tuvalu, it’s all about ‘us’ and ‘we’.
Tuvalu’s Enduring Spirit
Unfortunately, rising oceans caused by climate change are forecasted to make Tuvalu one of the first countries to disappear. Nevertheless, the Tuvaluans do not let that keep them from enjoying their days with their community.
No matter the plight their country is in, the people of Tuvalu are some of the kindest and most generous people you’ll ever meet. From the moment you land in Tuvalu to the moment you step back onto your flight, you will experience nothing but love, smiles, and kindness on this Least visited country in the world.
You’ll go into Tuvalu as a stranger but you’ll leave this beautiful Pacific island feeling as if an incredible and loving family adopted you.
