The ironman of travel Yoshimasa Ikeuchi

The sea that shines like a jewel

Kotetsu and Kiosk staff

Super luxury version of lobster

Pickled octopus and papaya

Island specialty "escargot"

The explanation is also displayed in Japanese

French prison ruins (political prisoner)

Common graveyard

Sunset in Kanumera Bay (photo by John)

Kuto Bay

Kanumera Bay

Kanumera Bay

Photographer John

Elementary school students riding a pirog

Elementary school students from the main Island

Inside the post office

Inside the post office

Commemorative photo taken in the post office

Friendly kids high five after shooting

Unusual stamp

Post office

City hall

Church in the center of Bao village

Children enjoying snorkeling in the natural pool

From the middle of the river walk into the forest

Shooting / John

Me who walks in the river

Clear natural pool

Take John's sunglasses

Guide John

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クト湾

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オロ湾

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Map of the Isle of Pines

Biscine Naturel's Natural Pool

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Tonight's dinner is "Kuberka", a 10-minute walk from the hotel　It has a good local reputation and is cheap and delicious.
When you make a reservation, you will be prompted to bring a menu and place an order.

This also seems to be from this Island.
I walked alone with Kotetsu on the night road without a lamp to the shop where I had confirmed the location during the day.

Two flashlights shine in total darkness.
A reasonable inn for families who run restaurants and guesthouses.
 

When the tide is low, a sandy beach emerges and you can take a walk in the sea.

The tranquility after returning from the tour further arouse the feeling of travel.

The advantage of being able to reach two beaches within a few minutes on foot.

The sea where the setting sun and the rising sun appeared and shined quietly ended the day.

Only the refreshing sound of the waves can be heard repeatedly and it becomes dark.

Hotel Kou-bugny is a recommended hotel for "Travel Ironmen".

Melanesian wood carvings can be found all
over the Island.
The facial expressions are different for each
individual, and if you observe them,
you will find something unexpected.

Kuto Bay and Kanumera Bay.
Staying at a hotel is not enough for a week.

A quick day trip is good,
but you can also discover a new trip to enjoy the time leisurely.

Pirog for sightseeing from the immediate vicinity of Pao village.
(Sail boat hollowed out from a cedar tree) departs.

Times have changed, Islanders use motor boats, and tourists enjoy leisurely pirog excursions.

A group of elementary school students who came to the camp from the main Island board the pirog.

Surprisingly well-behaved.

Stamps that are rare at the post office are noticeable.

Islanders who enjoy waiting slowly to do anything.

Children smile when I point the camera.

After a high pose, you can feel like a friend with a high five.

There are two restaurants near the parking lot,
but the price is surprisingly high.
If you want to get the most out of the luxury of
"Lobster Grill", please do.

After enjoying the natural pool, visit Pao Village.

There are post offices, schools, churches, city halls,
and the house of the chief.

I don't know how it looks even if I take a picture from the outside.

"Wow, that's a great place."

"There is such a beautiful place, isn't it?"

We stood in the middle of the river for a while.

When you scoop up the sand, it spills from between your fingers.

It is recommended that you take your time and enjoy snorkeling all day long.

Walking the river in shorts was a failure.
People who wear swimsuits can walk with peace of mind.

It is very difficult to walk in the water with sandals.

The flow becomes a little steeper as you go
up the river with beach shoes.

The riverbed is flat and easy to walk, and a different hike.

Passing through the jungle that detours into the forest
from the middle, a magnificent natural pool
surrounded by cedar spreads magnificently.

There are so many scenic spots on the Island that you can't go around in a day.

In the natural pool of "Oro Bay" in the east, seawater flows into shallow water like a river.

A snorkel point where the glittering sea surface shines like a jewel and you can see through to the sand at the bottom.

A great place for kids to swim.
You can swim with peace of mind and the transparency is outstanding.

What I ordered for lunch has arrived.

A large serving of the Island's specialty "escargot", grilled lobster (the cheapest restaurant on the Island) and pickled papaya.
Oversized escargot seasoned with butter, garlic and parsley.

The texture is pale but too salty.
As the saying goes, "There is nothing delicious in the specialty".
Rather, pickled papaya was the best treat tonight.

The way back while looking at the starry sky is tasteful. Thank you for the safe Island.　　

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