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We had been to both the resort and the hotel 7 years earlier so this was a returning trip. We like the island for it's natural beauty the friendliness of the locals and the lack of tourism. The resort was relaxing the staff lovely and led by an excellent manager James, but needs some maintenance on their outdoor furniture, We ate mainly at the hotel as most of the other local cafes were shut over Christmas and New Year. The food was excellent quality and quantity and their were choices of both fish, meat and vegetarian. The 2 cafes we did eat at this time Vaiolama and Kaiika both served excellent quality food with friendly local staff. We re-visited some of the local snorkeling spots we had been to on our previous visit and Limu pools was again one of our favourite spots. the water clarity was exceptional and the fish are not scared of you so they hang around. We also liked the snorkeling at the beach at Wash away cafe and Hikutaveke reef pools. However the sea wasn't as calm as when we visited in August.

Everyone in Niue is friendly and engaging. Make sure you bring reef shoes, snorkel/mask and a friendly attitude to make the most of your time here. Engage with the locals, visit the markets, and get out and about. Hire a bike and travel at a suitable pace, if you time it right, spend the day at a village Show Day. Self-transport is a necessity ( car, bike or walking) Be aware that as Niue is pretty flat biking is a breeze but the dogs ( very friendly without exception) may chase you at times. As a vegan traveller be prepared to bring suitable food for your stay as meat and fish are the mainstay, although Fanas Cafe will do vegan.

I loved my time on Niue, though the food was very expensive so I cooked my own food. One needs to hire a car or bike to get around. Visiting tourist spots you have the whole place to yourself. The same with swimming and beaches - great.