In fact all the big hotels in Samoa are owned by families; even Aggie Grey’s in Apia harbour was started by a family. Beach fales are for everyone, you can book them online and they’re everywhere.

Once an accommodation wasteland, American Samoa now has three international-standard properties. Most charming is the 14-room Sadie Thompson Inn, a modern version of the historic hotel frequented ...

It’s the only resort in Samoa that sits on its own island ... Accessibility: The hotel is super wheelchair friendly. The path around the island and in between rooms is paved and easy to navigate ...