We are on our way to Easter Island again, this time with baby on board! Hopefully Luis would like our favourite destination as much as we do. The 5 hour plane trip went super smooth. No wonder: Luis was more comfortable than any business class passenger could ever be. Stretched out in his own little bed, he slept through the whole flight.
Rapa Nui is a small island, but on the third vacation here we are still discovering new things! Thanks to our early riser, one morning we even made it to the sunrise at Tongariki! Apart from the famous Moai formations, we did a whole day of cave exploring on the island's Northern coast. Some caves are big and easily accessible with a baby, while with others you had to rob through wet narrow passages of darkness, to reach a spectacular window in the cliff line. Of course Luis stayed on safe grounds here, while mama and papa both took a turn in the caves.
 | One of the most spectacular sites on Rapa Nui is Rano Raraku, the quarry where the Moai's were made. However Mr. Hertel Junior was only mildly interested and decided to take a nap in his cosy buggy, whilst mum and dad got soaked to the bones up there, with nowhere to hide from the tropical downpour. |
Family picture at Rano Kau volcano, our favourite spot :-)
Our holiday ended on Anakena beach. Luis loved the white sand and the rustling palm trees. He even splashed his hand in the biggest bathtub he had ever seen. Rapa Nui – see you next time!
