

Anderson Dua stands by the remains of a Japanese bomber. Photos by Gillian Vine. : Striking gold in the Solomons
Anderson Dua stands by the remains of a Japanese bomber. Photos by Gillian Vine. : Striking gold in the Solomons


Primpo Pukukesa has developed a cultural village on the outskirts of Honiara. His red mouth is from chewing betel nut. : Striking gold in the Solomons
Primpo Pukukesa has developed a cultural village on the outskirts of Honiara. His red mouth is from chewing betel nut. : Striking gold in the Solomons


The gene that gives this youngster blond hair is unique to the region. : Striking gold in the Solomons
The gene that gives this youngster blond hair is unique to the region. : Striking gold in the Solomons


Bullet holes in the tail of an American plane at the Vilu War Museum. : Striking gold in the Solomons
Bullet holes in the tail of an American plane at the Vilu War Museum. : Striking gold in the Solomons


Betel nuts on sale. : Striking gold in the Solomons
Betel nuts on sale. : Striking gold in the Solomons


In the 16th century, Spaniard Álvaro de Mendana introduced chickens to the Solomon Islands. : Striking gold in the Solomons
In the 16th century, Spaniard Álvaro de Mendana introduced chickens to the Solomon Islands. : Striking gold in the Solomons
Striking gold in the Solomons
The Solomon Islands are considered the hottest Pacific destination, says Gillian Vine.
