The Samoa Tourism Authority has officially launched the Discover Samoa mobile application, an innovative digital platform designed to elevate the visitor experience while strengthening connections between travellers and local businesses across the islands. Developed as an all-in-one travel companion, the Discover Samoa app provides users with seamless access to essential travel information, including accommodation, dining, attractions, transport services, and cultural experie

Jasmine Harrison, world record holder, solo sailor, solo rower and swimmer swam 30 miles around the remote island of St Helena in the South Atlantic Ocean in 19 hours on 17 th  January 2026. What makes this feat utterly remarkable is that no-one has ever attempted it before and Jasmine is currently ¾ of the way sailing around the world on a 19-foot long boat in the Mini Globe Race.  Having set off from Lagos in Portugal in December 2024 she has sailed 24,000 miles via Antigua