24. Authentic Tongan Hospitality. My Friend Hina and The Umu Oven @Sailing The Life Nomadik.

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Meet Hina and her family and experience TRUE TONGAN HOSPITALITY . In this episode we sail from Niue to Vavau and meet the friendliest most welcoming locals, who invite us to a feast. Together we prepare "umu" in an underground oven, we listen to the unbelievable harmonies filling the churches of Tonga on Sunday and Mira learns to weave baskets.
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В този епизод ще разберем какво означава "истинско гостоприемство" в Тонга. Плаваме от Ниуе до Вавау и се запознаваме с Хина и нейното семейство - най-приветливите местни жители, които ни канят на пиршество. Заедно приготвяме "уму" в подземна фурна, слушаме невероятните хармонии в неделната църква и Мира се учи да плете кошници.
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13-years-old Maya from Canada with her folks Ivo and Mira from Bulgaria sailing aboard 38-foot catamaran Fata Morgana, sailing since 2013 (first boat-zero sailing experience, everything DIY).
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13-годишната Мая от Канада с нейните родители Иво и Мира от България, плават на борда на 11-метровия катамаран "Фата Моргана" от 2013 г. насам.
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@noprobe2301 4 года назад

Awesome hospitality. The FRIENDLY ISLAND. Nek time I visit Tonga, shouts on me Hina ✊🏾💯

@samwright285 4 года назад

Malo lelei...Great video..never been to Tonga.. beautiful culture....Keep up the great voyage...Faafetai from Samoa

@arceliacody3546 4 года назад

THIS IS WHAT WE CALL LOVE! THE POLYNESIANS AND MICRONESIANS ARE VERY HOSPITABLE ESPECIALLY IF THERE ARE KIDS. WE HAVE PROFOUND MEANING TO CARE FOR VISITORS. HOPE THIS CULTURE WILL KEEP GOING. SPREAD LOVE EVERYONE.

@xx40oz_mickeysxx59 4 года назад

I’m half Tongan and half White. I was born in America and have very little knowledge of my own people back home in Tonga. Thanks for this video.

@thereturningboomerang 7 лет назад

I Love how you got involved with the locals! And you went to Church with them, very respectful and cool.

@esetamoors2226 4 года назад

Greetings from Australia. You are an amazing family travelling around the Pacific on a small boat. What a strong family. The Tongan family were great helping you guys out.

@kimdaufer1560 4 года назад

It's so sweet to show love and kindness from hina and her family, they might not have much but to make you and your family's feel welcome is so priceless. God bless you and your family and thanks for the great video. Stay safe out there.

@paulteeiputau6897 5 лет назад

With the little they have, but are truly rich because of their Faith in God. God Bless Hina and her family.

@apolosikatia9152 3 года назад

Amen, well said and God bless.

@Likadees 4 года назад

One of my favorite video. God bless this Tongan family.

@taleismith5126 5 лет назад

Thank you for the beautiful video this is how the Tongan families are they open their homes to strangers from another country who knows how many times theyve been doing this,on a hot day they saw a family walking not knowing where they going turn get some shade to open their hearts full of kindness,hospitality is awesome.Malo to the Tongan family and their guest wishing them safe travels and many more friends along the way.Bula from Winnie/Texas.

@localsavaiian7512 5 лет назад

I really enjoyed watching. Im from Neighbouring Samoa, I love visiting the Kingdom of Tonga, been there several times. I've only been Tongatapu, Makaha'a, Pangaimotu, Fafa and 'Eua in the south and Niuafo'ou and Niuatoputapu in the north, but I've never got the chance (more like time) to visit Vava'u, I'd love to go there someday. That family are so beautiful so loving and very hospitable, that's the beauty of Polynesian Cultures, where sharing is caring, treating complete strangers as family, and where smiles and kindness is free. Oh BTW next time you go to the Kingdom you have to experience the beautiful traditional Tongan Dancing, my two favourites being the "Mako" (men's action dance) and the "Tau'olunga" (ladies graceful dance), both have beautifully handcrafted costumes and accompanied by music with amazing unique Tongan Harmonies. I'm so proud you and your family are living the dream. Safe and Pleasant Travels always. As we say in Samoa, "Manuia le Malaga" its like Bon Voyage but with a more deeper meaning.

@fasiapulekaufusi6632 3 года назад

Im tongan and i use to live in Samoa. Love you all kainga pasifiki.

@miklobarboza3305 5 лет назад

Wow very nice video, looks like a beautiful country and lovely people. love and respect from Brazil!

@foutautuaa4363 19 дней назад

GOD BLESS YOU N YOUR FAMILY FROM THE KINGDOM OF TONGAN

@garyschwilling4836 7 лет назад

Excellent video story Maya. I love Tonga!

@jumpinjakeflash1 4 года назад

Beautiful. Just beautiful. You three are a wonderful family. God bless you.

@rafevelly7295 5 лет назад

peaceful people with warm heart and wonderful hospitality ❤

@polybee2301 5 лет назад

Bula Vinaka, this is so beautiful. Can so relate to this every Sunday having Lovo for lunch right after Lotu . Love island life and this makes me feel homesick 😊

@richardwilliams1334 4 года назад

The ease of making new friends in new places.loved it all, from a Kiwi in wet wet NZ.

@J-679 5 лет назад

Very humbling indeed. I subscribed straight after watching this wonderful clip. Love from Fiji.❤️

@marialitabryce 5 лет назад

Grew up in Vavau one of the most beautiful islands in Tonga. My favourite part was when you all wore the Tongan attire you all look so beautiful 😍 bless you all and ofaatu 🇹🇴

@mamaluchii 4 года назад

Such a huge blessing to meet wonderful people like that Tongan family! I love my people!

@lupenaakailea2886 4 года назад

I enjoy watching this video. Watching this video make me home sick. Bless the hearts of that Tongan family. ❤❤❤

@kamamotumotu3357 6 лет назад

Thank you for an amazing video of Tonga and your family.This videos gives a homesick feelings,the feeling! I am Tongan but reside in Australia now. I am proud of my culture but it hurts me to see that it is slowly evolving to be more commercialise.This video reminds me of the days that I grew up in Tonga.One time we had a tourist (male) from Germany,around 1977.He missed his ferry and look around for a place to stay,but at that time in Haapai there were any commercial accommodation then.My cousin invite him to catch a boat with him to my island,and so we stayed with him for a week and then my cousin sail back to catch his ferry.I am so grateful to see that these kind of hospitality still exists in my home land as life is not all about business but creating a friendship is far lasting in our hearts that money last in our hands.Thank SAILING FATA MORGANA for your video! And thank you to Hina and her families for the hospitality,that makes us proud to be Tongan

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Thank you for your wonderful thoughts! We are glad that so many Tongans have seen our video and felt nostalgic for their beautiful homeland and charming way of life which is still largely unspoiled by the outside world in the small islands. We feel so grateful for Hina's hospitality and we now love and respect all Tongans everywhere in the world. One person, one family, can make a difference! Thank you all!

@rocky6225 5 лет назад

Thank you for sharing this wonderful journey in youtube. I really enjoyed it. Bula from Fiji.

@ardenguirerro2958 6 лет назад

Awesome experience..that is what we call the Pacific Islands way of life......

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Unique experience. Thank you!

@hooded_girl2626 4 года назад

You all look lovely in your Tongan attires. Much ''ofa (love) to you all and malo (thank you) for sharing your experience

@rimadawson9030 4 года назад

Such wonderful tongan hospitality

@donnadavidson3904 5 лет назад

I would love to spend my days exploring this beautiful earth on the water!

@nehnafolau1060 6 лет назад

You guys are living the dream. Made me homesick watching this video. God bless you guys and be safe on your adventures.

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

LOVE TONGA! Thank you!

@roarorrelax9830 4 года назад

This is amazing just another Tongan bloke here stopping by to show some love thank you for sharing god bless.

@mikemailei4491 5 лет назад

aw what a great video what a blessing Im Tongan and Have never been back to the Country where my Parents come from Loved the Video!

@ofeinameilangiulunga1929 4 года назад

Aloha from Hawaii🥰 Thank you Morgana family for this amazing video. Hina send her love to your family. My family truly love this video it’s our motivation to always strive for the best. I was not at home when you visited but when I first watched it I know for sure that you enjoyed your time with my family and the Kingdom as well. Mau ofa lahi atu😍

@soundzgood 6 лет назад

Mira made a beautiful basket. That was such a wonderful gift for Maya. The Tongan Sunday church, meal preparation, and eating on the banana leaf table was so interesting. Such nice people.

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@marcoty6312 2 года назад

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@griffinnathan476 2 года назад

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@ganggang6008 4 года назад

Nothing comes close to Tongan hospitality. No matter how little to none Tongans have, they will always serve you with the utmost best. Praying and blessings to Hina and her family in 10 x folds. I love the fact your mum learnt such an essential skill that the ladies in Tonga don't get enough credit for - weaving. Hands down such a humbling video to watch, You did an amazing job at this video. LOVE IT!!

@aivalhalel2871 3 года назад

Thanks , Shalom!

@brianfogg5172 7 лет назад

Simply wonderful! Thank you for sharing your life's experiences.

@SaulaBeeSmith 4 года назад

Really love what you guys have been doing 🇹🇴❤❤sailings and making new family around the Pacific ❤❤❤🇼🇸🇫🇯🇹🇴

@tuneup5983 6 лет назад

Great Vlogs. I'm sure the Tongan people appreciate your great videos too. If it ever crosses your radar try Tokelau. Beautiful country.

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@francessaelua3883 5 лет назад

Awesome 👍 what a blessing 💕 God bless you and your family, safe travels! Also, many blessings for Hina and her Tongan Family ❤️

@tukstuimaba 6 лет назад

This is too good really enjoy watching this !,,,what a very humble and kind hearted Tongan family ...God Bless Your Wonderful Family.

@UtahRiders 6 лет назад

Better than National Geographic guys! Great job!

@Lewoxx 7 лет назад

Well done guys! I'm following many similar channels, but there are not so many that I trully enjoy; yours is among a few of them! Greetings from Istanbul...

@malakaitaumohaapai6591 6 лет назад

Oh man, I had a few tears watching this video. So much love, so much life. Celebration. A simple feast turned out to be everything

@seailive 7 лет назад

Its lovely to see you welcomed into the culture, I spent a month in Neifu awaiting a ride on a yacht sailing west, and loved every minute. Stayed at the Hilltop Motel. Met with the older yachties also. You showed the Tongan people so well.

@Hangloose-ee2me 5 лет назад

God bless what a beautiful kind hearted Tongan Family😎Thanks & safe travels.

@majesticmark6054 7 лет назад

Wonderful episode. I enjoy seeing how friendly the people of Tonga are. It is great to see how quickly friends can be made with simple kindness and hospitality.

@tevitakoloamatangi1772 4 года назад

That is heaven on earth! Malo 'aupito for the wonderful video.

@waynesherman454 7 лет назад

Wonderful v-log of real life and real people, thank you for giving this view of our world

@no8604 6 лет назад

What a great video! Thank you so much for appreciating our culture. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay in Vava'u. :-)

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Yes, very much, thank you!

@sutitastreeter9848 6 лет назад

amajing video Tongan people have a beautiful heart may God bless this family .

@marclonte3059 7 лет назад

Hello Fata Morgana crew, even though I have sailing around the world twice now, I still really enjoy watching your video's. It is a pity my wife died in such an early age, she would have loved this way of life.At the moment I am in Mombasa and will leave for Pemba island soon. Fair winds to you and regards from the S/V Aotearoa 1

@marclonte3059 7 лет назад

Yes I am a kiwi but I lived a long time in Holland, but when I'm old and grey I will end my sailing life in New Zealand, you can always ask me about any destination you want to go to. But remember I haven't seen it all yet.Take care

@philliporeilly901 7 лет назад

Wonderful, insightful view into Tonga, love how you guys get to the essence of where you sail to.

@jackt981 4 года назад

This is amazing hope they had good time in Tonga and what a beautiful Tonga family make them feel like home good to see some good people around the world!!

@tanumaifarani8593 5 лет назад

that was awesome GOD BLESS and be kind to one another

@dejshaii1 5 лет назад

Thank you dear. I hope the best for the families

@sefomaka7645 3 года назад

Love this video. Remind me as kid when I grew up in Vava’u. The best part is the swimming every evening, getting the umu ready and going to church. Much love to Hina and your family for the lovely hospitality. Ofa atu

@ryankebenly5913 4 года назад

This video is amazing.

@atulasitani7246 3 года назад

What a beautiful way to celebrate your 13th Birhday. You're so lucky you get to travel with your parents like this & to experience another culture & way of life . I am from Nuku'alofa Tonga. Sailing is the best way to travel because you get to learn about the ocean & horizons besides sunrise & sunsets not forgetting the beautiful night sky and day lights & the ocean who it is I miss home its been a while. Thank you for sharing your travelling experience 🥰💞

@janelle-hinemoa7647 6 лет назад

This video got me so homesick 😭 there’s no place like home. I can’t wait to visit Tonga again. God bless Hina and her family and safe travels to you guys. Thank you for the beautiful video ❤️

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Your homeland is wonderful and I am sure that wherever you are in the world you have Tonga in your heart, thank you!

@victoriamann6645 6 лет назад

Me too. This is the Tonga I know and remember... how I wish I can go back soon.

@hzkenny961 4 года назад

Janelle Mcdonald zzzxc

@jasonstrong4610 3 года назад

Same here, and I've never been there. But one day, maybe.

@user-qi1oi4rq4u 2 года назад

Hello , may I know how to come to Tonga from Malaysia

@lefefesole8948 Год назад

I’m Samoan, that is beautiful , dressing up for church, God Bless YouGuys🙏🏾

@sionelavaka7001 3 года назад

I'm tongan this why I came back home with my wife... thank you for the video and visit soon... and thank you Hina for your kindness

@tongalife7102 6 лет назад

I am Tongan live in Hawaii. Seeing this family. Welcome you all there. They makes you guys look beautiful. Love this video about Tonga. Big mahalo to that family in Tonga.

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Thank you! So happy you found this video and liked it!

@lisiatew Год назад

From Vava’u, now living in the USA. Love this! ❤️😍🇹🇴

@sosaiatoli2551 4 года назад

Wow haven't been back to Tonga in 28 years I was born there and came to the US in 1991 watching this video really makes me wanna go back bad lol LOVE the video have a safe journey...

@penilomu5864 6 лет назад

Love this video happened in my homeland remind me of diving in the wharf esp raining day the very best time swimming .

@BobbieGWhiz 7 лет назад

I find your videos especially interesting!

@King_2ya 5 лет назад

God Bless Hina and her genuine display of true Tongan hospitality, afterall they are known as the "friendly islands of Tonga". Absolutely love this vlog!

@jimchiro9813 5 лет назад

U have lovely amazing video ✌🤙and beautiful family.

@wastedstreet537 5 лет назад

Amazing very nice video,malo 👍👌🇹🇴🇹🇴🇹🇴

@kekoa.prodz676 4 года назад

Thank you for this beautiful video . Thanks to Hina and her family for their kindness and their hospitality . ❤️ Safe travel Fata Morgana Family ❤️❤️

@KINGHAVI 4 года назад

Fantastic video great experience to travel around the world. More video

@JKaufusi 2 года назад

Looks like a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing. I’m Tonga but I left Tonga when I was young to USA. I have not been to any Island out side Tongatapu. I love your videos.

@johntui4387 5 лет назад

really enjoyed your video n narrative!!! your family have just witness the true spirit of the islands!!!

@BudsRitova 4 года назад

This is who we are. Malo Hina and family. Great showcase of our beautiful Pacific Islands and her people!

@edgarlagahit4603 5 лет назад

thank you bringing the culture,tradition and hospitality of tongan people,I appreciate your effort,from

@maryaflleje9830 5 лет назад

I didn't see my comment, so I'm leaving another. Truly enjoyed your video😁 hoping to watch more. Safe travels

@TheRawfishking 5 лет назад

Well done...worth my time. Stay safe out there. As we Sailors say... "Fair Winds and Following Seas".

@asifrahmanauckland 2 года назад

the most big heart community, our pacific islander community. Such a lovely family

@sailingfatamorgana5742 Год назад

The best!

@tukingapahu 6 лет назад

Thank you for sharing your video. I remember stopping by at Neiafu briefly when I was very young. Watching your footage brings back good memories. Very nicely done.

@manaotai2368 6 лет назад

Awesome video and inspiring as well. Very proud of Hina and her family for their Tongan hospitality. 'Ofa atu and God bless.

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Thanks to Hina and her family and the few other Tongan people we met, we LOVE dearly Tonga and all Tongan people!

@sashawhitehead7378 3 года назад

How beautiful of you to capture the essence of the Tongan culture and share it with us in such a genuine way. Thank you.

@teesamataua4028 3 года назад

Talofa Lava to my Tongan Brothers and Sisters.

@dinalavaki2982 4 года назад

Just discovered your page and wanted to say thank you for this video. It is making me homesick. I'm from the main island Tongatapu but I have been to Vava'u a couple times. I am going again this December to swim at the Mariners Cave (I believe it was the one you were diving in). Bless your travels around the world. From your new Tongan/American subscriber.

@setarita 6 лет назад

Found nemo 😂 malo and God bless you guys.

@tasisifuka6240 6 лет назад

Great video, enjoyed it very much 😊😊😊 I hope y'all had a great time in our beloved little kingdom. Missing home so much😔😔😔 Thank you for this and God bless on your journeys 😊😊😊 Ofa atu

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Thank you! No matter where you are, surely you keep Tonga in your heart, and now we do too!

@samiuteulilo9190 5 лет назад

Lovely video, lovely people, world class hospitality from nz

@aquilakensy253 4 года назад

nice tongan family .. i wish to visit tonga one day

@MiaMia-xv5tn 5 лет назад

Wow this is awesome!!! Loved it

@Professorsnype 4 года назад

I grew up in Tonga, when they showed the scene at church singing, made me :( sad

@fredwilliamtanginoa2439 6 лет назад

I love this video... You guys very lucky that you've been to Pangaimotu Vava'u that's where my father from but I was born and raise in the main Island Tonga Tapu.... Have a safe travel around the world.

@lazarusoki3385 5 лет назад

Peaceful beautiful and nice. Love it

@viklatu7806 6 лет назад

I love this... It makes me proud to be Tongan. Thanks for sharing.

@tavita8699 2 года назад

Tongan hospitallity is so heartfelt What a beautiful family Hina's family is. It must have been very sad when it came time to say farewell. An excellent video I enjoyed alot Malo apito

@brandonkokohu1927 6 лет назад

Oh I know this lady who taught your mum how to make the basket... used to be at the same high school

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Really!! This is so great!! I am happy this video found you!

@malmotumotu5218 3 года назад

Hi Brandon Kokohu,oku ke ilo ha e detail e sii fefine ni.Ko e ai pe Ke send hane kii fo’i fika he Western Union tu’unga he’e te fiefia noa i he show ho tau fonua mo ‘e tau to’onga fakakaau me’a pea ‘e lelei ia ki he fonua fakalukufua.Malo🙏🏼

@marytaufa1341 6 лет назад

wow, life time memories for you and family. Enjoy your trip around the islands and thank you for uploading your video.

@sailingfatamorgana5742 6 лет назад

Thank you so much for watching and appreciating! Tonga is in our hearts forever!

@alaciatuinaceva6879 5 лет назад

Beautiful Tongan hospitality. ...the friendly Islands indeed

@bubbabeern 6 лет назад

i really enjoyed watching.. i always wanted to go to tonga.. thanks for sharing what life is like... and how wonderful the people are there... it was beautiful

@token_earned8189 5 лет назад

Nice vid. Neiafu use to be one of my hometowns. Thanks for showing. #bless🙏🏾

@vannessahavea1021 3 года назад

Awesome video ! Im from Tonga and this is how a typical Sunday looks like. 💕💕

@salotelapuaho7696 2 года назад

Well Done 💝Hina & family… Having a BIG HEART 🙏 .. God Bless you & family 🥰

@brucestewart9547 6 лет назад

Really enjoying your videos guys (special thanks to Mira) - lovely that you get in with the locals and immerse yourself in their culture during your stay. I visited Tonga some 40 years ago (only got as far north as Tofua and the Ha'api group so missed Vavau) - interesting to see the changes. Great people, so hospitable - you can understand why Cook named them the Friendly Isles. We have just bought a FP Lipari 41 and will be following in your wake soon. Take care and n'joy!

@laurentfroggy6631 7 лет назад

What an amazing video you guys made, your narrating Maya was great, I felt like I was watching a doc. The hospitality of Hina and her family was amazing. Many thanks for sharing and best from HKG