Reflections In Paradise
Rota Island – August 2009
straight out of the camera
Life on this island is friendly and unhurried and the hospitality is as unforgettable as the magical sunsets.
Rota Island is a natural playground with around 3000 inhabitants and is known by many to be Micronesia’s best-kept secret
Rota (Chamoru: Luta) also known as the “peaceful island”, is the southernmost island of the United States Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) and the second southernmost of the Marianas Archipelago. It lies approximately 40 miles north-northeast of the United States territory of Guam. Songsong village is the largest and most populated followed by Sinapalo village (Sinapalu). In 1521, the first European to see Rota, was the lookout on Magellan’s ship Victoria, Lope Navarro. However, Magellan’s Armada of three ships didn’t stop until they reached Guam, so the first European to arrive in Rota (in 1524), was Spanish navigator Juan Sebastian Elcano, who annexed it together with the rest of the Marianas Archipelago on behalf of the Crown of Spain. Rota has diverse flora and fauna..
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dinghysailor1
a capture of remarkable beauty! what a sight to behold!
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Globalphotos replied
The sky changed constantly and was so breath-taking that I just had to stop shooting and just admire,, thanks so much, for the fave too :-)
Craig Harris
Fantastic capture, really caught the moment here Varinia. Awesome work
Globalphotos replied
Was a memorable night for sure, thanks so much Craig and for the fav :-))
Elana Bailey
What a cracker of a sunset, Varinia. Those colours are spectacular. Well done.
Globalphotos replied
Was a beautiful night for sure, thanks Elana :-))
JennyDean
wonderful capture!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much Jenny :-))
salsbells69
Stunning Varinia! Beautifully shot. How are your friends with the hurricane? Are they ok?
Globalphotos replied
Thanks so much Sal, got a bit hairy for them but they’re ok, thank goodness, the Typhoon’s on it’s way to Japan…appreciate you thinking of them x :-))
roybarry
Absolute perfection.
Globalphotos replied
Thank you Mr B :-))
Paul Manning
Incredible! sensational image! cheers paul
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so very much, lovely comment :-)
Garth Smith
Absolutely magnificent Varinia.
Globalphotos replied
Thanks Garth, was certainly one not to miss :-))
tinnieopener
Won me….instant Fav Varinia:o)
Regards
Mark
Globalphotos replied
Glad to hear !! Thank you so much :-))
Gavin J Hawley
stunning image. wonderful shot.
Globalphotos replied
Really happy you like this Gavin, thank you :-))
Stuart Chapman
This is an absolurte corker. Love the deep dark rich colours coming out through the darkness and the blues just atop the golden yellows are fantastic. I like this a lot.
Globalphotos replied
Hi Stu, thanks so much, was one of the most amazing nights, hot as hell but incredible, glad you added this to your favs, thanks so much !!
Georgie Hart
Spectacular capture!
Globalphotos replied
Happy you like it, thanks for the fav and the comment :-))
DanceJunction
I was going to write “spectacular” but GeorgieH beat me to it!! SUPERB shot V. Such intense colours ~ glorious!
Globalphotos replied
Thanks so much hon, and for the fav, was a stunning evening !!
Robert Mullner
Sublime colors, certainly looks like a paradise..
Globalphotos replied
You’d love it there Rob, plenty of intense storm activity, volcanic rock foreshores, the lot ! Thank you and yes it is :-)
Paul Vanzella
this is amazing!
Globalphotos replied
Evening Paul, thanks, amazing sight for sure !
Torfinn Johann...
Gorgeous colours, comp, and reflections.
Globalphotos replied
Glad you like it thank you for the comment and fav :-))
MattTworkowski
excellent V
Globalphotos replied
Thanks Matt, good to see you :-)
Yvonne Hoffmann
wonderful shot…great shot…georgeous colors
Globalphotos replied
Thank so much for the comment and the fav Yvonne, appreciated :-))
Karen Cougan
Oh Wow, this is a knockout Varinia
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Globalphotos replied
Thanks Karen, it was rather beautiful !!
Curtiss Simpson
Stunning work !!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you very much Curtiss, appreciate your comment and fav :-))
lorilee
Gorgeous!!!
Globalphotos replied
Thanks so much Lorilee , happy you liked it enough to add to your favs :-))
Geir Floede
What a beautiful light.
Globalphotos replied
Thank you Geir, good to see you !
Neil Boucher
OMG! Just stunning!
Globalphotos replied
Why thank you Neil, was a night to remember !
cherylc1
breathtaking!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much !
Rowan Nancarrow
just magic
Globalphotos replied
Hi Rowan, thank you for the comment, fav and visit, appreciated :-))
nishagandhi
wow
Globalphotos replied
Thank you very much and for adding so much of my work to your favourites, very much appreciated :-))
nishagandhi
u r welcome!! ur works are just amazing!!! very dreamlike images here!!!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you !!!! Happy you like them :-)
Anthony Mancuso
magnificent colours V, excellent work!
Globalphotos replied
Thanks Anthony, the colours were amazing that night !
RickF
Beautiful capture!
Globalphotos replied
Many thanks Rick :-))
Jeffrey Palm
WOW your work is so inspirational to me!! I just love it!!
Globalphotos replied
Aww what a sweet thing to say Jeffrey, thank you so much !!
Jeff Burns
absolutely gorgeous amazing colors
Globalphotos replied
Thanks Jeff, was a great night !!
GerryMac
stunning composition and capture!
Globalphotos replied
Many thanks and for the watch Gerry :-))
Braedene
Stunning colours – what a beauty. Liz
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much Liz :-)
James Coard
Wow – even the thumbnail looks amazing! I would expect many views, comments and favs on this one. Stunner!
Globalphotos replied
Many thanks James, the colours were indeed beautiful !
John Edwards
Stunning shot Varinia
Globalphotos replied
Always appreciated John, thank you :-))
gatherdowns
Secret no more. Thank you for sharing.
Globalphotos replied
Indeed, thank you :-))
Kevin McGeeney
what a beautiful shot…..this is the light i hope to see at the end of the “transition” tunnel…..
Globalphotos replied
Too right ! It was an incredible sky show, thanks Kevin :-)
Laurie Search
Wow, what a sight! Beautiful!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much Laurie, was stunning !
Béla Török
Fantastic work, my dear friend!
Globalphotos replied
Thanks so much Bela, your comments are always appreciated :-))
Eivor Kuchta
Wow! Stunning sight, and so well captured!
Globalphotos replied
Why thank you so much :-))
IanTaylor
Wonderful image & colours…must have been fantastic to be there.
Globalphotos replied
It was an ever changing spectacle every few minutes produced more incredible colours, shapes, patterns and reflections, thank you Ian :-))
Sean Farragher
fantastic
Globalphotos replied
Thanks Sean, it surely was :-))
richiedean
A magic moment that you’ll keep forever in your mind …............... :))
Globalphotos replied
Indeed Richie, thank you :-))
Steve Taylor
Great color and light.
Globalphotos replied
Thank you Steve, was a wonderful evening :-))
Benjamin Charles
Wow this is amazing. The color, crisp reflection, composition… All spot on, a true show of your abilities.
Globalphotos replied
Hi Ben, thank you so much such a lovely comment :-))
Mel Brackstone
What a gorgeous scene!
Globalphotos replied
Mel you’ve changed !!! Was getting used to you without flesh LOL
Thanks so much :-))
Lucindawind
wow !! outstanding beauty and shot
Globalphotos replied
Thank so much Lu, was certainly one to behold :-))
Heloisa Castro
gorgeous!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much !!
kreesor
Stunning capture Varinia!! :)
Globalphotos replied
Much appreciated Keith, thank you :-))
Vicki Ferrari
Stunning Stunning More glorious work from Globalphotos Gal!! Instant fave Varinia!! :)) Would rather be there now than holed up in bed with a bloody cold! At least I can catch up on my favourites! V :))
Globalphotos replied
awww thanks hon, I do hope you’re feeling better soon !! :-))
Mel Brackstone
It’s International Talk Like a Pirate day!!!
Globalphotos replied
rofl !!
Neophytos
PARADISE is the word ..thanks to your talent in bringing to us !!!!!!!
Globalphotos replied
Lovely comment, thank you :-))
Helene Kippert
Stunning colours v!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so very much Helene, appreciated :-))
Al Bourassa
You really do find the most beautiful places to visit!
Globalphotos replied
I try !! Thanks Al :-)
Svetlana Sewell
Just stunning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Globalphotos replied
Thanks so very much for the comments and the watch :-))
BornToRoam
That was certainly an amazing night, beautiful capture
Globalphotos replied
Sure was, thanks so much :-))
Kklove
in love with this, you’re an amazing photographer
Globalphotos replied
Too kind, thank you so much !!
Heather Rivet...
fantastic
Globalphotos replied
Thanks Heather :-))
Janie Oliver
what wonderful colors. beautiful.
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much Janie :-))
catherine walker
wow..breathtakingly beautiful!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much !!
BigD
Beautiful and a instant fav
Globalphotos replied
Why thank you so very much, appreciated :-))
Keith Richardson
A superb capture. We must visit this paradise some time – thank you for introducing us to its existence!
Globalphotos replied
It’s a beautiful place indeed Keith, my pleasure and thank you :-))
Scott d'Almeida
stunning
Globalphotos replied
Thanks Scott :-))
FenderBender
Magical moment,gorgeous low-light work!!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much :-))
Yool
superb!!!!!
Globalphotos replied
Thank you so much :-)
Joanne Bradley
Wow, magnificent! The composition and colors are just so fantastic!
Globalphotos replied
Many thanks Joanne, was unforgettable :-)
Tara Turner
wow….stunning!!!
Globalphotos replied
Many thanks Tara :-))
igotmeacanon
....awesome
Globalphotos replied
Thanks so much !!
Lyn Higgs
what can I say….stunning ; D
Globalphotos replied
Thank you Lyn, was amazing to see :-)
KazM
Superb SunSet
Radical Reflection
Clear, Colourful & Cleverly Caught
Globalphotos replied
Why thank you so much :-)
Craig Hender 26 days ago
Totally amazing! The colors are so vibrant and alive. Well done.
Globalphotos replied 26 days ago
One of the most beautiful nights I have experienced, thanks Craig :-))