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For the Kennedy buffs there is the attraction
of Plum Pudding, now also known as Kennedy Island. It is located
about three miles from Gizo itself. I took one of the Kennedy's
boats and employees to see it. It is absolutely gorgeous! Not
to take anything away from John F. Kennedy's predicament of 1943
but if I had to be stranded anywhere this would be high on my
list.
Of course, I did not have the Japanese waiting less than three miles away and likely to behead me.It is a beautiful little island that is ringed with shallow reefs. On one side is a view to Gizo and the other has a very dramatic view of Kolambangara, a volcanic island that was also a Japanese base at the time. I suspect that Lt. Kennedy was not an appreciator of the view at the time! The reefs are loaded with colourful fish and the beaches are fantastic. The island is a total of about 100m around and is covered in trees. Well worth a picnic and some diving or snorkelling. Return to Chris Cowx Main Page |
