Papua New Guinea, the eastern half of the island of New Guinea, is one of the most remote places in the world for Americans. Flights take about 30 hours and cost about $3000. It's also one of the most crime-ridden places in the world. Carjacking, armed robbery, and sexual violence are common in the cities; roadblocks and armed robberies in the countryside. You are cautioned to stay in well-traveled areas and don't go out at night.
So why go there?
The "ritualized homosexuality" practiced by many tribes is a thing of the past, swept away by Christian missionaries and colonial officals. British Colonialism has resulted in sodomy laws and social stigma. Some of the bars have gay nights, and Port Moresby has a gay neighborhood, Hanubada, but everything is strictly closeted.
So why go there?
1. 850 languages, many isolates, unrelated to anything else on Earth. The lingua franca is Tok Pisin, which started out as an English pidgin.
The sign translates to: Work on the road. All cars must stop when you come across a red sign.
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2. A rich cultural heritage, constantly replayed in festivals and celebrations.
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3. The men, some of the most attractive on Earth. And since few emigrate to other countries, your only chance of meeting them is to get on that plane.
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2. A rich cultural heritage, constantly replayed in festivals and celebrations.
3. The men, some of the most attractive on Earth. And since few emigrate to other countries, your only chance of meeting them is to get on that plane.