Yap, FSM – “We wish more people know about Yap!”
“For a very long time, I’ve been hearing about Yap, about the stone money, about the culture, and how the traditions are very strong here, and the people are keeping up the traditions. Wherever we travel to, we like to see that.” As expressed by Travis Holub in his reason for traveling around the Pacific Ocean and making a stop to the island of Yap.
There was a total of 6 yachts anchored in the Yap Colonia lagoon on February 29th, 2024. The Department of Youth and Civic Affairs had interviewed a couple, originally from California, who had docked their yacht named “Euphoria” to experience the cultures and lifestyle in the State of Yap.
Adventurers Kelly Baez and Travis Holub recently made a stop in the State of Yap, as part of their journey through the Federated States of Micronesia(FSM). The couple, who had traveled to approximately 80 countries, departed Yap on March 5th, 2024 as the last stop within the FSM before heading to the Philippines.
The purpose of their visit to Yap was based on many things, such as authentic experiences and escape from the generic (e.g. McDonald's). Attending Yap Day made the trip more “favorable”, allowing them to immerse themselves in the rich culture and traditions of the island of Yap.
Kelly and Travis addressed that the reason for traveling to different countries is to seek unique cultural encounters around the world, such as embracing the local produce and livelihood of various communities.
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