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Niue, a small coral island located between Tonga, Samoa, and the Cook Islands, features steep cliffs, natural arches, and caves accessible by road.▶ 0:05 The island’s population has declined from 7,000 to 1,600 since the 1970s due to migration and the impact of cyclones, such as Cyclone Heta in 2004, which left many abandoned houses across the landscape.▶ 8:49 Local customs include burying the deceased on family land rather than in public cemeteries, resulting in graves appearing throughout the island.▶ 7:46 Reef fishing is limited due to the prevalence of ciguatera, leading local anglers to practice catch-and-release.▶ 14:45 Visitors often encounter humpback whales at the anchorage, where their vocalizations can be heard through the hull, sometimes mimicking the sound of rigging friction.▶ 21:12 The island offers numerous coastal trails and natural swimming pools, though weather conditions can be variable. Travelers typically rent cars to navigate the island, noting that traffic moves on the left.▶ 0:53

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