Across
- 5. Coastline famous for giant winter waves
- 8. Large volcanic crater visible from much of the southern coast
- 12. Trees whose silhouette defines tropical shorelines
- 14. Defined more by separation than connection
- 16. Small coastal town known for a temple and cultural center
- 19. Naval base remembered for a single morning in 1941
- 21. Beach district where hotels rise higher than palm trees
- 22. Celebration where history is shared without writing
- 23. Iconic tropical fruit often seen at markets or picnics
Down
- 1. Sea creature often seen resting or swimming near beaches
- 2. Activity exploring underwater near reefs
- 3. Airport code for the main city
- 4. Side of an island facing prevailing winds
- 6. Predictable breezes that shape island weather
- 7. Navigation using stars, waves, and memory instead of instruments
- 9. Landmark created by fire that shapes the land and draws visitors
- 10. Traditional dance performed with hands and feet telling stories
- 11. Playful marine mammal known for leaping from the water
- 13. Traditional long boat used across Polynesia
- 15. Vehicle that brings travelers from faraway lands to the island
- 17. White landmark built to serve island nations across the ocean
- 18. World’s largest ocean
- 20. Natural barrier that reshapes waves before land
- 23. Cultural attraction organized as villages rather than rides