TOP 10 THINGS to BUY in AMERICAN SAMOA | Samoan Food & Drinks, Island Wear, and Souvenirs
It can be hard to tell the difference between authentic items and the stuff that's displayed just for tourists. That's why we've put together our TOP 10 THINGS to BUY in AMERICAN SAMOA.
We've included some of the more traditional SAMOAN FOOD, DRINKS, and APPAREL. Plus, some modern twists on local traditions.
Whether you're moving to American Samoa or just coming for a visit, these 10 Things are are not to be missed.
We couldn't fit everything on this list, so we've already started a part 2 list. Tell us what things you think we should include.
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Samoa Travel Guide- TOP 10 what to do in Samoa
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Welcome back to another video. Today’s video is TOP 10 things to do in Samoa - Travel Guide Samoa. In this Samoa Travel Guide i will be sharing with you the Top 10 Things to do in Samoa that you cannot miss on your trip to Samoa. Samoa has so much to see and do! I hope you enjoy this video. Please leave any questions you have down below on Samoa or things you want to know about Samoa.
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BURGER and FRIES TASTE TEST | AMERICAN SAMOAN MUKBANG | Carl's Jr, Milovales, DDW, Goat Island Cafe
Want a taste of American Samoa? While we can't send you all your own burger and fries, we figured the next best thing was to show you what's available and tell you our own opinions.
While we can't be completely unbiased, because of previous experiences, we've tried to be fair and share our most honest opinions.
Take 'em or leave 'em!
Tell us where to find your favorite burger and fries in American Samoa and what taste test we should do next. Pizza? Oka? Fish 'n Chips?
Thanks again for joining us! Until next time, TOFA SOIFUA!
00:00- Intro
01:14- Carl's Jr
05:54- Milovales
10:03- DDW
15:46- Goat Island Cafe
20:28- Ratings
20:38- Tofa Soifua
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GROCERY SHOPPING 2021 | COST OF LIVING IN AMERICAN SAMOA | Living Expenses on a Tropical Island
A lot has changed during this past year, including the COST OF LIVING IN AMERICAN SAMOA. We're here today to show you how much you can expect to spend when grocery shopping on Tutuila.
Last time we made a Grocery Shopping Cost of Living video, we focused solely on grocery stores, but this time we decided we'd better include one of the many roadside produce stands, where they sell locally grown fruits and vegetables.
Let us know where you do your grocery shopping in American Samoa or which place you'd like to try. Thanks again for watching! Tofa Soifua!
00:00- Intro
01:03- Patreon & Travel Guide
01:51- Cost U Less
06:40- KS Mart
09:46- Produce Stand
12:25- Matai Mart
15:26- Tofa Soifua
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101 THINGS WE'RE THANKFUL FOR IN AMERICAN SAMOA IN 10 MINUTES OR LESS | THANKSGIVING 2021
You know we love this life we've built for ourselves in this beautiful paradise, but what specifically makes American Samoa the place we choose to stay year after year. Thanksgiving 2021, we're sharing 101 THINGS WE'RE GRATEFUL FOR IN AMERICAN SAMOA in 10 MINUTES OR LESS!
And one thing we're grateful for everyday of the year is the fresh, healthy, and convenient food from Tutuila Green. We try to keep our lives simple and Tutuila Green salads, wraps, sandwiches, and yogurt cups are quick and delicious and they give us the nutrition and energy our bodies need to keep going strong.
Tell us, in the comments below, what you're grateful for this year.
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00:00- Intro
00:30- Our Sponsor, Tutuila Green
02:42- 1-25 Things We're Grateful for
04:17- 26-50 Things We're Grateful for
05:49- 51-75 Things We're Grateful for
07:33- 76-101 Things We're Grateful for
09:22- Thank you to Our Sponsor, Tutuila Green
09:31- Bloopers
WHY WE MOVED TO AMERICAN SAMOA | AMSAMFAM LIVING ON A TINY ISLAND IN THE SOUTH PACIFIC
Why did you move to American Samoa?
That's a question that we get ALL THE TIME!
And while we don't mind answering it, we thought it was time to tell you in video form. From feeling stuck in the American Dream, through a couple of moves, a few trips, and lots of adventure planning, our family took a huge leap across the ocean and moved to a tiny island in the South Pacific.
Now, American Samoa is our home and we couldn't be happier!
Plus, join us this Saturday, April 17, at 10 am Pago Pago time for a YouTube LIVE announcement and Q&A.
TIME CONVERSION
Sydney/Brisbane, Australia: Sunday, April 18, 7 am
New Zealand: Sunday, April 18, 9 am
Apia, Samoa: Sunday, April 18, 10 am
Pago Pago, American Samoa: Saturday, April 17, 10 am
Hawaii, USA: Saturday, April 17, 11 am
West Coast, USA: Saturday, April 17, 2 pm
Mountain Time, USA: Saturday, April 17, 3 pm
Central Time, USA: Saturday, April 17, 4 pm
East Coast, USA: Saturday, April 17, 5 pm
Thank you again for coming along with us! Hope to see you LIVE, this Saturday (maybe Sunday for you).
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5 things to know before going to the VIRGIN ISLANDS (St Thomas & St John)
St Thomas or St John, which is the better island in the USVI? In this U.S. Virgin Islands tour, we're comparing 5 things we loved about our visit to both islands with the goal of hopefully helping you decide where you should spend most of your time on your vacation.
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FAGATOGO MARKET | FAGATOGO FISH MARKET | Shopping Local, Fresh, and Sustainable in American Samoa
Wondering where to go for fresh and local food while in AMERICAN SAMOA?
This week we're taking you with us to check out the FAGATOGO MARKET.
We ended up going three times while making this video, to show you the experiences of going on different days and at different times.
Saturday morning is actually rather quiet, which surprised us. The first Friday of every month is usually very busy, with food venders and entertainment, but ever since the COVID-19 restrictions, it's been a quieter affair, but still with some delicious food venders. It turns out that Friday mornings are the time to come if you're looking for fresh produce and sea food, with the Fagatogo Fish Market open only on Friday mornings.
Let us know if you've been to the MARKET and what your experience was like.
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'Kuka, Tastes of Beautiful Samoa' Season 2 - Episode 6
It’s KUKA TIME. Young Sefa and Hughie head out to sea this week to bring you 'Sea' (seh-ah), a local delicacy with an acquired taste, and 'Limu' or sea grapes. But that's not all because they'll also showcase some more amazing seafood at the luxurious Taumeasina Island Resort.
A big Faafetai tele lava to Tusi, Diana and Lualua and not forgetting the Taumeasina Island Resort.
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CHEAT DAY SAMOA | AMERICAN SAMOA'S ONE-STOP DESSERT SHOP | Koko Samoa Brownies, Cakes, and Koko Cafe
Melinda joins friend, Tina Reid, who happens to also be the owner of CHEAT DAY SAMOA, American Samoa's one-stop dessert shop.
CHEAT DAY is the perfect place to enjoy a TASTE of SAMOA, without having to do any of the work.
Tina shares the story behind CHEAT DAY, as well as how her famous KOKO SAMOA BROWNIES came to be. We enjoy our favorite treats, like SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES and the decadent LAVA CAKE, complete with KOKO SAMOA HOT FUDGE, while staying cool with their KOKO CAFE ICED KOKO and VAITIPOLO, and sharing what makes them so special.
And if you watch all the way to the end, you'll hear Tina's special offer to all our AMSAMFAM fans!
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PIZZA TASTE TEST | AMERICAN SAMOAN MUKBANG | Shan J's, KS Mart, Dickie's Diner, Paradise Pizza
Back with another TASTE TEST of one of America's favorite food- We're bringing you an American Samoan Pizza Mukbang with the whole AmSamFam!
We know we missed a few pizza favorites, here on Tutuila, so we might just have to do a part two sometime soon, but for today, we got pizza from Shan J's Pizza Park, KS Mart, Dickie's Diner found inside Cost-U-Less, and Paradise Pizza.
Which will be our favorite?
Which one is your favorite?
Thanks so much for joining us again! Tofa Soifua
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00:00- Intro
2:06- Shan J's Pizza Park
4:47- KS Pizza
9:01- Dickie's Diner Pizza
11:54- Paradise Pizza
16:27- And the Winner Is...
17:00- Tofa Soifua
First Time in Costa Rica!! ???????? COSTA RICAN STREET FOOD Tour in San Jose!!
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San José, Costa Rica - Welcome to San José, the capital and biggest city in Costa Rica, and one of the best places to eat Costa Rican food. Today we’re going on an ultimate Costa Rica street food tour, from the market to local restaurants and everything in between. Let’s go eat!
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- Alex and Roberto from Chepe Cletas Tours
For taking me on this unforgettable Costa Rican food tour.
Mercado Central de San José (San José Central Market) - We’re beginning this tour at the central market in San Jose, the best place to take in the sights, sounds and ingredients of Costa Rica. Soda Tala, San José Central Market ( is without a doubt one of the city’s best stalls, known for their Gallo Pinto (Rice and beans) - the national dish of Costa Rica. We also tried Marisquería Brigitte for their Cadosas (Ceviche with Picaritas chips), which is something else you don’t want to miss. Finally, La Sorbetera de Lolo Mora is a perfect sweet finish to any market tour in San Jose.
Super Cholo Gigante at Super Cholo Gigante, San José Meat Market - After walking around the market, we then headed to the Meat Market and in the back there’s a restaurant that specializes in bocas, or small places of food. Here you can get all the classic Costa Rican foods, authentic and cooked to perfection.
Empanadas at La Empanadota - You can’t come to Costa Rica without trying an empanada and everyone seems to have their favorite. When they are deep fried hot and fresh and drizzled in five sticky sauces, they are hard to resist.
Next up with tried Costa Rican Coffee at Café La Mancha ( and it was the perfect afternoon boost.
And finally we tried some unique Ice cream at the famous Corazón Contento Pastelería, San José, Costa Rica (
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HOW TO START A BUSINESS IN AMERICAN SAMOA | Market Research, Business License, Accounting, Banking
Have a good idea for a business?
We're telling you how to start a business in American Samoa in 2022.
We're including resources for conducting Market Research and Writing a Business Plan, the steps you'll have to take to get a business license from the American Samoan Department of Commerce, and even where to go for Banking and Accounting Services.
We've recently gone through all of this, so we know a thing or two about it.
Hope this helps answer some questions and makes the process a little easier.
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00:00- Introduction
00:55- How to Start a Business in American Samoa
02:47- Before You Start Your Business
02:58- Market Research
04:52- Create a Business Plan
05:31- Getting Finding/ Bank Account
06:24- Getting a Business License
08:10- Zoning at Public Works
08:36- Workman's Compensation Insurance
09:52- Accounting/ Payroll
11:39- Finding a Space to Rent/Lease
13:49- Tofa Soifua
A DAY IN MY LIFE | WORK-AT-HOME MOM IN AMERICAN SAMOA
What do you do all day? What do you do for work?
I've heard that first question since I decided to stay home with my first baby, instead of going back to work.
Now, I get this second question from lots of people who watch our channel.
I wear many hats on any given day- mom, wife, creator, writer, photographer, videographer, entrepreneur, runner, friend, volunteer, etc. This is your chance to get a sneak peak into the life of this work-at-home mom, living on the tiny island of American Samoa.
This video is different from our videos and we're interested to know how you liked it. Let us know in the comments below or with a thumbs up/thumbs down.
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A DAY IN MY LIFE- NATE'S DAY | LIFE IN AMERICAN SAMOA | Island Life | Boat Life | Entrepreneur Life
You've been asking to see what Nate does for work and what his days look like... Here's a glimpse into Nate's life, just for you.
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00:00- Intro
2:18- Local Deluxe Breakfast at McDonald's
3:34- COVID-19 Shots
7:16- Time to Work
10:00- Running Errands
15:29- Installing a New Fridge into Our Sailboat Galley
16:54- Water Run with Hadley
18:08- More Boat Projects
18:59- Dinner with the Family
19:31- Checking Lines on a Stormy Night
21:41- Tofa Soifua
TOUR of AMERICAN SAMOA | Road Trip from the West End to the East End of Tutuila Island
We've had a lot of excitement in our lives lately, so we decided to slow it down and cruise the island.
The islands of American Samoa are full of beautiful views, lush rainforests, and friendly villages. We're showing you them all, on a road trip from the East end of Tutuila to the West end and everything in between.
Come along with us and drop a comment below if you see your village, or better yet, if you see your own home!
We love this island home of ours and we love you guys and all of your support!
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OUR TOP 10 MOMENTS from 2020 | Hiking, Snorkeling, Paddling, Kayaking, Dancing, Samoan Language
2020 has been a big year! Sometimes it felt like it would never end and other times it felt like it was flying by.
Now that 2021 is here, we wanted to look back over the past year and remember all the good times. So, we've lined up our TOP 10 MOMENTS from 2020.
You may recognize some or most of the video footage, if you've been keeping up with our adventures, but there's some we've never shown before. If there's any that doesn't look familiar, check out the links we've included below, to see the full videos.
Thank you so much to all of you who have watched our videos and supported us throughout our first year of YouTubing!! Happy New Year and may 2021 be your best year yet!
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DOUGHNUT CREATIONS at the BRAND NEW FRACTURED PRUNE in AMERICAN SAMOA | TANOA CLOTHING COMPANY
Introducing the BRAND NEW FRACTURED PRUNE DOUGHNUT SHOP in LAUFOU SHOPPING CENTER.
You can choose one of the pre-designed flavors or create your own mouthwatering masterpiece.
Wearing our favorite island brand, TANOA CLOTHING CO, we chose a combination of pre-designed and custom-created sweets, and then enjoyed EVERY LAST BITE!
If you've been following our channel, you'll know we love the TANOA brand. We love their designed, the fabrics they use, and the high quality with which they're made.
If you're in American Samoa, or if you make it here sometime in the future, make sure to stop by Laufou Shopping Center and try FRACTURED PRUNE DOUGHNUTS and TANOA GEAR for yourself. If you don't love them, you can blame it on us.
If you can't make to our beautiful island, you can also find TANOA GEAR at or one of their other outlet locations in Samoa, Hawaii, or New Zealand.
Thank you for joining us again! Please make sure to let us know what else you'd like to see us cover. And a big thank you to our sponsors- Fractured Prune and Tanoa Clothing Co.
Tofa Soifua
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