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I’ve spent the past weeks on the islands of Tongatapu, Eua, Lifuka and Uoleva in the Kingdom of Tonga. A classic and typical postcard holiday in the South Pacific; an abundance of coconut palms, super empty beaches and perfectly blue ocean. Far away from the world I combined long hammock sessions with the odd swim or waterfront stroll. I consumed plenty of literature, chilled beers and tropical bananas. I did a handful dives, ventured with ocean kayak and snorkeled with a family of humpbacks. I gazed at remarkable sunsets and our magnificent cosmos. I did all these things but at the same time it feels like I didn’t do anything at all.
So I hear winter is approaching in the Kingdom of Sweden?
A vacation to Tonga is not only defined but what you do but also by what you’re not doing. On the 176 islands scattered in the South Pacific there is thankfully a serious lack of online communication, traffic, intelligent phones and fast food chains. Tonga is a different world, a nation with it’s own pace, without stress, a Kingdom of Chill. Here’s a generous bunch of photos that if viewed from the northern hemisphere will tickle travel nerves.
Did you ever dream of a deserted island adventure? Tonga is your destination.
Photo above: A traditional Sunday feast.
A NEW CHANGE
I left Australia and took a break in the journey on two wheels with the intention of curing road fatigue and boosting my energy for adventure. On Tonga I had a significant amount of time to reflect on my travel situation and I’ve come to the conclusion that I want a change. I’m longing for a more stationary existence. The original plan was to spend another three months in Australia, cycling New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania. As much as I like the idea of it, it’s not going to happen. As mentioned in previous post I haven’t been enjoying cycling as much as I usually do and there is obviously no point in prolonging a situation in which I struggle to keep myself motivated.
Photo above: Kayaking off the island of Eua in South Tonga.
I’ll stay in Australia another month, spending most of the time in Sydney and Melbourne visiting Simon and Tara, friends I met in Africa in 2008. From Brisbane I’m hitch-cycling south and in the end of November I leave Melbourne for Christchurch on New Zealand. For several reasons that I will not yet give away I intend to spend four or five months on New Zealand’s beautiful South Island. In a not so distant future I’ll share further details on my change of activity and travel agenda.
Oh yeah, I mentioned I snorkeled with a family of humpback whales. A surreal and utterly unique experience which obviously deserves it’s own separate post. Tomorrow or perhaps the day after that, my friends – I’m still chilling like on Tonga. Like THE ESCAPE on Facebook to be sure to keep yourself posted on the more and more irregular updates from Oceania.
/Erik
Hellfire dragon sword, creepy, boy, don t scare me, even though I am a sword, I will be scared too.He came to visit normally, and these people must not dare to do anything.
Not long after, he opened his eyes and spat out a mouthful of blood.It was good news for him that the opponent fell. From now on, if he holds the sword, he will be Can sweep the world.
Thinking of this, he wished he could find a crack in the ground and get in.After the next encounter, it is not certain who will be unlucky.
Lin Xuan said with a smile, you don t have to worry that Brother Monkey is my brother and he won t hurt you.Damn kid, you Netizens please remind Please pay attention to rest your eyes when reading for a long time.
He walked forward, and the people around were stunned.The man who looked like a god of war came out and said loudly, I want to compete with you in physical fitness.
Lin Xuan used the power of the Heaven Swallowing Jar again, and the four spirit veins in the sword world couldn t take it anymore, boy, what are you doing They felt that the endless power was disappearing.What kind of supernatural power is this It surpasses everything.
No wonder this is the result of countless people The Holy Land that everyone wants to come to.the sky shattered, but it couldn t break Lin Xuan s palm.
The three great sages in Xuantian Pavilion are all dumbfounded.However, I came back on the last lap, looking at the withered tree in front of me.
The Golden Crow Divine Fist can destroy the world. At the same time, there are three masters from the Dragon Palace attacking.Damn, do you want to die Long Ao was really angry, and he punched him again, but he couldn t hit Lin Xuan at all.
I taught him a lesson, but he still wants the family master to kill me , What do you think, how to calculate this account For the sake of old man Dugu, I can spare his life, but well, it depends on what your Dugu family can come up with.The piercing sword energy charged towards Lin Xuan, but Lin Xuan was even more terrifying, smashing all the cold sword energy like a god and demon.
This kind of cultivation technique is purely courting death.This old man, could it be that Meng Ye said that the 5000 of Granny Meng s line Was it the strong man from years ago The other party was indeed trapped here.
This made everyone stunned, and countless eyes fell on the Fifth Elder.Kid, you have completely pissed me off, and Devil May Cry s arm was found again, this time with purple scales on it, like a devil s hand from hell.
Damn it, it turned out to be a member of Tianzong, and his green head was shocked.The aura of the two is also growing rapidly. After three days like this, Lin Xuan and the two opened their eyes, with a smile on the corners of their mouths.
Six fists The Light of the Demon God Tai Chi diagram Lin Xuan played three unique skills in a row, and competed with the two masters.Bai Zhen s face was completely dark. He yelled a few times and found that none of the old butler and his servants had come out.
Even they themselves are no longer the opponents of these young people.One sea jellyfish, carrying the mighty power of sea water, and the other one is surrounded by thunder and lightning, he is the king of thunder The last person is surrounded by rocks, and the whole land is under his control.
Those desolate ancient families were shocked and didn t understand why, but they didn t dare to say it clearly.Damn it No The Great Sage of the Wind Clan roared, and the patriarch of the Wind Clan also gritted his teeth.
Now I will let you experience the feeling of being crushed by others While talking, Qilin roared, and slapped another strong man from the Zifu to death with a slap.First there was the Primordial King Body, then there was the Peerless Swordsman, and now there is also a terrifying pupil technique.
Changqing was the first to collapse. His soul was hit hard again, he vomited blood and flew backwards, and was split in half by the sword energy.He gritted his teeth and said, you won this battle.
After hundreds of strokes of collision, the Blackwater Profound Snake retreated.Besides, the Dragon Palace also has the rules of the Dragon Palace, it is impossible, because she is my younger sister and she just broke it casually.
How did you get Fengshen Four Strikes Even Fenghuang was stunned.They had disciples from Dongtian, strong men from the Taikoo clan, and even native families from Qiankun Ancient City.
Lin Xuan played the Baoshan seal again, and the two ancient magic mountains completely suppressed each other.What if I don t Elder Ruochen said, The great sage behind snorted coldly, if you resist, then don t blame me for being rude, Shanhaidian, kill the same The Six Dao Sect is so arrogant, it is really not afraid that our Shanhai Palace will fight with thousands of monsters.
Hearing this, some people breathed a sigh of relief.At this time, he heard the sound transmission from Heishan, boy, hide in quickly, I will give you a fortune, whether you can get it or not depends on you.
Third brother, is that really you The living fossil was so excited that he almost cried.Xuanbing Patriarch sighed, let this old thing take the lead He also wanted to win over Star Clan, so he was ready to make a move.
He should not have left the Qiankun Palace. He did not feel the power of space.As he said that, he waved his hand, and the strong men from Dandingmen, Huoshen Palace, Gujia, and Changshengdian all surrounded him.
return. That s great, the people of Youyun Sect breathed a sigh of relief, and finally obtained the Nine Nether Scriptures.Elder Bai hasn t closed his eyes for the past few days.
He fled in terror and never dared to come back. Lin Xuan s face turned pale, and he put away the Great Dragon Sword Soul.After a long time, when the light weakened, they opened their eyes.
what to do Lin Xuan looked at the soul, and the soul said, there is no way, it seems too reluctant.His body wanted to heal, but with a wave of Black Mountain s hand, the black breath formed a big net, covering half of his body directly with a seal.
Lin caught them. Sure enough, Xiao Yunshu sighed, why is she so stupid Didn t realize it If he found out that he was nicer to the other party, would the other party stay with him In that way, she can also participate in the third level.Damn it, why are there still people here And they are all peerless great religions and ancient families The people of the Wind Clan fell into endless panic, especially the patriarch of the Wind Clan and others, their faces were extremely ugly.
Who is it What about the strong ones who can hit the light clan It must be the Guangzu, I was careless, a figure came out from the void.This is the gorgeous dividing line The man, with palms in seals, respectfully knelt on the ground and shouted, respectfully invite the ancestors, and at the same time, Zifu.
She guessed the opponent s limit, which was fifty thousand.Yes, senior brother Bai Zhen hopes that you will act according to the rules, and the nine hunters in the back also spoke in a cold voice.
With Lin Xuan s hand, the opponent s limbs were shattered and turned into blood mist.The holy king of the same level is probably not the opponent of the opponent, boom Flames bloomed on his body, and the Nine Suns Divine Fire rushed out quickly.
What, do you have a baby Jin Wulei also flew over. When he saw the spiritual fruit, his eyes were red again.An emperor soldier that can be controlled, what kind of treasure is that In the distance, Dan Feng s face changed, no good, why is Mr.
The palm kept approaching, and the only long river turned into a three thousand long river again, circling around his body and merging with his body, like a squad of armor.
These people were all elites with powerful auras. Although they were of different ages, appearances and clothes, without exception, they all wore a black dragon with teeth and claws on their bodies.Hehe, don t bother, you can t find where our souls are, so your soul power is useless in front of us.
Then, a group of people soared into the sky and came to the sky.In the distance, Tianyouque s face changed greatly when he heard this.
The two brothers Shen He and Shen Yuan sneered If you want to fight with us, you must pass Brother Wei first, hahahaha.The young man was wearing a golden robe, his black hair was like a waterfall, his eyes were like lightning, his expression was cold, without a trace of emotion.
Smelly fox, don t hesitate, hurry up and fight with me together to fight against them.Seeing this scene, Lin Xuan frowned. However, he had just sacrificed the Great Dragon Sword Soul, and had consumed a lot of energy.
You will know later. Fatty Luo looked mysterious. He ordered a black clothed bodyguard behind him to order food before seven.Moreover, Lin Xuan is not sure now, whether he has absorbed it or not, how can he be able to condense all of these in the king s domain in the future, he is at a loss.
Sword Master looked grateful, and Xia Zhuangzhu also said You are not only the benefactor of Master Uncle, but also the master of our Excalibur.That s all. Hearing this, many people trembled and showed serious panic.
At that time, the six of them will definitely not be able to suppress each other.How many people did we send to kill Lin Xuan this time Duan Li Li asked.
A roar shook the sky, and endless clouds gathered at its feet.I have to admit that you are indeed beyond our expectations, but so what You only have the strength of a two star king at most, but on our side, there are three late two star kings.
Suddenly, everyone looked at the sky with excited expressions.With a whoosh, he entered the passage. Soon, they came to the ground of the God of War Palace.
This man had a handsome face and was wearing a golden battle suit.Lin Xuan s expression was cold, and his eyes were full of murderous intent.
Elder Qingyun looked ahead with a gloomy expression.Listen Hearing the voice of the black soil, Lin Xuan nodded, not bad, better than expected.
The Ninth Elder left to explain the matter, while Lin Xuan found a place to sit down.The opponent s strength was too terrifying, even the speed was blown away before it could clearly see it.
My surname is Luo, and my name is Luo Zheng. Fatty Luo said with a smile, What do you call me, where do you come from Lin Xuan, from outside.But there is one thing, she is still very puzzled, can this sword really hurt Tian Youque Otherwise, he would not have sent two people from the Divine Bird Palace to seize it.
Everyone s scalp was numb, and they turned and ran.He swung his palm, and a black flood dragon flew out of his palm, roaring and rushing forward.
When choosing exercises, he pays more attention. Among them, in terms of body, Lin Xuan found that the formula of longevity was enough, and there was no need to use other exercises.I m afraid it has almost reached the combat power of the eighth heaven of the Venerable.
Let s talk about this after you succeed. If you want treasures, just let them come here.n Netizens please remind Please pay attention to rest your eyes when reading for a long time.
The brains flew out, the blood splashed, and the half rotten body fell to the ground with a plop.Isn t this just playing with fire However, the scene of Lin Xuan being burned in everyone s imagination did not appear However, after the black flames covered Lin Xuan s body, they did not burn blazingly, but became much dimmer.
A series of cyan sword glows shot up into the sky, followed by the terrifying sound of dragon howling.This kind of thing has never happened before. Lin Xuan snorted coldly, the soul of the dragon sword was running in his body, and he quickly stabilized the Lone Star Sword.
The elders of Shenniao Palace were terrified, because although Lin Xuan was able to compete against the seventh level Venerable before, he would definitely not be as calm as he is now.The owner of the God of War Palace is named Lin Zhan.
Therefore, everyone is inquiring about the news of the immortal tea, but there is no exact information at all, only knowing that this spiritual tea will be auctioned soon.But along the way, he also learned about the current situation of the Daxuan Empire.
He was the number one overlord on the Qinglong list back then, Ba Wuji.But now, there is a crack in that terrifying defensive formation, which is an opportunity for them.
So, if you really meet him , don t resist. Elder Xiaoyao reminded.But unexpectedly, it didn t take long for them to come back again.
Lenghengyue was out of balance again, Luo Bingshan put away the long knife, turned around and walked towards the spirit boat.Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang bang, bang bang bang bang, the body of each fighter exploded, and all of them were blown into blood mist.
And Murong Qingcheng was still worried Although you can t tell the truth from the fake by your appearance, Elder Qingyun s martial arts are all from the Shen family s martial arts, and no outsiders are
Please remind netizens Please pay attention to rest your eyes when reading for a long time.This is not even more frightening, what is even more frightening is that these warriors felt that the blood in their bodies had also solidified instantly, forming sharp ice thorns, piercing out from the inside.
The ancestor of the Duan family displayed the golden field, exuding a terrifying aura.It s over, this kid has completely angered the law enforcement team He s too crazy, even though he s the disciple of the third Dharma protector, he can t be so presumptuous This time, he s doomed Oh, he s too young, It s the first time I ve come here and I m sure I don t know the rules of Nanhuang Ancient Town.
They also know a thing or two about the effect of the spirit fruit, and there are a lot of them here.This canyon is ten thousand zhang deep, and there are no people at all, not even monsters.
After all, if you miss this opportunity, you may not meet it in the future.Reduce the damage This formation is a bit interesting Lin Xuan narrowed his eyes.
Soon, they were like a broken bamboo, and they cracked quickly Netizens please remind Please pay attention to rest your eyes when reading for a long time.I am the universe, and the universe is also me. This is both real and illusory.
This is really crazy. There are five longevity pills, first come, first served, and if you go late, you will have nothing.But looking at Lin Xuan now, he seemed to hear what they said clearly.
He waved his golden fist, shining bright light in all directions, and quickly reached the front of the bombardment.Okay, I get it. Lin Xuan sighed, But no matter how you pretend to hold this thing, you can t hold it in your hand.
Seeing this scene, everyone was shocked, even Xiao Fan was extremely surprised.He swung the long knife in his hand, forming two clusters of sword light, and quickly slashed out diagonally.
Damn it, this old guy is so powerful. We ve suppressed all the breath in our body, but we didn t expect to be discovered by him.Even if these people are in a hurry, there is nothing they can do.
In an instant, Lin Xuan grabbed the opponent s neck and twisted it hard.Venerable Yachongtian did not expect that a drop of Tian Youque s blood essence would allow the dark red dragon to directly recover from Venerable Fifth Heavenly Heaven s cultivation base to Venerable Yachongtian.
Suddenly, a green field quickly enveloped him. The entire void trembled, forming a green fortress, quickly resisting the shining palms in the sky.Even, many king families have opened the defensive array, but the black flames did not attack, but quickly transformed in the sky, forming a light curtain.
However, at this moment, they are all killed
Lin Xuan turned around and said to the old man Di Que and the others That s all I can do, and the rest is up to you.For a moment, everyone exclaimed again and again, looking at the proud girl with shock on their faces.
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