beach fale

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beach fale
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“A beach fale is a simple thatched hut in the architecture of Samoa. Beach fales are also common in other parts of Polynesia. They have become popular in tourism as a low budget accommodation situated by the coast, built with a few posts, no walls and a thatched roof with a round or oval shape.”
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Lonely PlanetSep 22

15 Things to Know Before Visiting Samoa

Samoa is about as close as you can get to the concept of paradise. Plan your visit with these tips on health, safety and etiquette.

traditional thatched hut by the sea

6 things in this story
  • SavaiʻiNeighborhoodquieter, more traditional island
  • ApiaNeighborhoodbustling capital on Upolu island
  • ʻUpoluNeighborhoodmost populated island with international airport
  • beach faleHoteltraditional thatched hut by the sea
  • Elsewhere
  • To Sua Ocean TrenchSightʻUpolu, Samoaiconic 30m-deep sinkhole, unique swimming hole
  • Lalomanu BeachSightʻUpolu, Samoaone of the country's best beaches
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