05/05/2026
Kaselehlie! 🌺
Big appreciation to everyone who made yesterday's Hanseatic Inspiration cruise ship visit a success!
Despite the heavy rain, over 150 tourists explored Nan Madol, Kepirohi, enjoyed a cultural tour at South Park, and visited the German Cemetery and Bell Tower in town.
Big appreciation to our amazing stakeholders who went above and beyond to help us coordinate tours from 9am-4pm:
* Dept. of R&D
* Division of Commerce & Industry
* Dept. of Education
* Dept. of Public Safety
* Chief Magistrate , SMG
* Pohnpei Port Authority / Sea Port
* Pohnpei Transfer & Storage
* Pohnpei Historic Preservation Office
* V6AH
* Nan Madol Vegetation Team
* EPA
* Pohnpei Ocean Cruise
* Pohnpei Surf Club
* Saint Paul Youth Performers
* Tony Cantero
* Amanda Panuelo of Lei’s and Things
* JoJo David Phillip
* ACE Hardware
Special thanks also to our 3 local vendors ( RS Roque, T&K, and Updated Store ) who transferred their products to the PPA pier in the afternoon, making it possible for tourists to grab some local goodies - like Pohnpei Pepper from Gingers Pepper Farm!
Big thanks to the taxi companies for accommodating last-minute private tour requests, too!
Kalahngan for helping showcase Pohnpei's beauty and culture!