Michael Runkel Collection

View from the Daraga church over volacano Mount Mayon, Legaspi, Southern Luzon
View from the Daraga Church over Mount Mayon Volcano, Legaspi, Southern Luzon, Philippines

Batad rice terraces part of the world heritage sight Banaue, Luzon, Philippines
Batad rice terraces, World Heritage Site, Banaue, Luzon, Philippines

Sarongs for sale in Port Vila, Island of Efate, Vanuatu, South Pacific

Fale Fono, the parliament house of Apia, Upolo, Samoa, South Pacific
Fale Fono, Parliament House of Apia, Upolu, Samoa, South Pacific

Clock tower in downtown Apia, Upolo, Samoa, South Pacific
Clock tower in downtown Apia, Upolu, Samoa, South Pacific

Man netfishing in the harbour of Apia, Upolo, Samoa, South Pacific
Man net fishing in the harbor of Apia, Upolu, Samoa, South Pacific

Bronze statue of a Chamorro chief, Guam, US Territory, Central Pacific

To sua ocean trench in Upolo, Samoa, South Pacific
To sue ocean trench in Upolu, Samoa, South Pacific

Little islet and turquoise water in the Ant Atoll, Pohnpei, Micronesia

Interior of the Parliament building of Palau on the Island of Babeldoab, Palau, Central
Interior of the Parliament Building of Palau on the Island of Babeldaob, Palau, Central Pacific

Detail art work in an old bai, a chiefs house on the Island of Babeldoab, Palau
Detail art work in an old Bai, chiefs house the Island of Babeldaob, Palau, Central Pacific

Little island in the Rock islands, Palau, Central Pacific
Little island in the Rock Islands, Palau, Central Pacific

Oldest Bai of Palau, an house for the village chiefs, Island of Babeldoab, Palau
Oldest Bai of Palau, house for the village chiefs, Island of Babeldaob, Palau, Central Pacific

Parliament building of Palau on the Island of Babeldoab, Palau, Central Pacific
Parliament building of Palau on the Island of Babeldaob, Palau, Central Pacific

Worldwar II memorial, Saipan, Northern Marianas, Central Pacific
World War II memorial, Saipan, Northern Marianas, Central Pacific

Evening rowing in the bay of Apia, Upolo, Samoa, South Pacific
Evening rowing in the bay of Apia, Upolu, Samoa, South Pacific

Sunrise over Tau Island, Manuas, American Samoa, South Pacific
Sunrise over Tau Island, Manu a, American Samoa, South Pacific

Aerial of the island of Upolo, Samoa, South Pacific
Aerial of the island of Upolu, Samoa, South Pacific

Sunset over Ofu Island, Manuas, American Samoa, South Pacific
Sunset over Ofu Island, Manu a, American Samoa, South Pacific

Sunrise over Ofu Island, ManuA'a island group, American Samoa, South Pacific
Sunrise over Ofu Island, Manu a island group, American Samoa, South Pacific

View across the bay to Oyster island, Island of Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu, South Pacific
View across the bay to Oyster Island, Espiritu Santo Island, Vanuatu, South Pacific

The only volcanic post office below Volcano Yasur, Island of Tanna, Vanuatu, South Pacific

Overlook over shark bay below Volcano Yasur, Island of Tanna, Vanuatu, South Pacific
Overlook over Shark Bay below Volcano Yasur, Island of Tanna, Vanuatu, South Pacific

Volcano eruptions at the Volcano Yasur, Island of Tanna, Vanuatu, South Pacific
Volcano eruptions at the Yasur Volcano, Island of Tanna, Vanuatu, South Pacific

Local girl with typical scar near, Volcano Yasur, Island of Tanna, Vanuatu, South Pacific

Aerial of HaA'apai, Tonga, South Pacific
Aerial of Ha apai, Tonga, South Pacific

Aerial photo of Tonga, South Pacific
Aerial of Tonga, South Pacific

Yasawas, Fiji, South Pacific
Yasawa, Fiji, South Pacific

White sandy beach on Korovou Eco-Tour Resort, Naviti, Yasawas, Fiji, South Pacific
White sandy beach on Korovou Eco-Tour Resort, Naviti, Yasawa, Fiji, South Pacific

Tavuni Hill Fort overlooking the Sigatoga river, Viti Levu, Fiji, South Pacific
Tavuni Hill Fort overlooking the Sigatoka River, Viti Levu, Fiji, South Pacific

Yellow sundeck of a boat in the Ant Atoll, Pohnpei, Micronesia

Traditional house with stone money in front, Island of Yap, Micronesia

Local people training for the rowing championship in the island of Yap at sunset, Micronesia

Pohnpei, Micronesia, Central Pacific

Worldwar II memorial at the Banzai Cliffs in Saipan, Northern Marianas, Central Pacific
World War II memorial at the Banzai Cliffs in Saipan, Northern Marianas, Central Pacific

Sunset in the Pago Pago harbour, Tutuila island, American Samoa, South Pacific
Sunset in Pago Pago Harbor, Tutuila Island, American Samoa, South Pacific

Shipwreck on the east coast of Tutuila island, American Samoa, South Pacific
Shipwreck on the east coast of Tutuila Island, American Samoa, South Pacific

View through the old watchtower Baluarte de San Diego, Intramuros, Manila, Luzon, Philippines

Woman working on the Unesco world heritage sight the rice terraces of Banaue, Northern Luzon
Woman working on the Unesco World Heritage Site, Rice Terraces of Banaue, Northern Luzon, Philippines

Matinioc shrine, Bacuit archipelago, Palawan, Philippines
Matinioc shrine, Bacuit Archipelago, Palawan, Philippines

Unesco world heritage sight the colonial church Paoay, Northern Luzon, Philippines
Unesco World Heritage Site the colonial church Paoay, Northern Luzon, Philippines

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"Michael Runkel: Exploring the Marvels of the Pacific" Embarking on a journey through breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultures, Michael Runkel captures the essence of our world's hidden gems. From the awe-inspiring Batad rice terraces in Banaue, Luzon, Philippines to the mesmerizing view from Daraga church overlooking Mount Mayon volcano in Legaspi, Southern Luzon; his lens transports us to places we've only dreamed of. Venturing further into Vanuatu's Port Vila, we find ourselves surrounded by sarongs for sale - a kaleidoscope of colors that reflect the spirit and diversity of this South Pacific island. As we move towards Apia in Samoa, time seems to stand still at its iconic clock tower while witnessing a man netfishing amidst serene harbor waters. Continuing his exploration across Central Pacific islands, Michael unveils a bronze statue paying homage to Chamorro chief in Guam - an emblematic representation of their rich heritage. The ethereal beauty of To Sua ocean trench in Upolo, Samoa beckons us closer as turquoise waters invite us for an unforgettable dip. In Micronesia's Ant Atoll lies a little islet embraced by crystal-clear waters - nature's own masterpiece captured through Michael's lens. Palau reveals its treasures within its Parliament building adorned with intricate artwork and an ancient bai showcasing detailed craftsmanship. Finally, nestled among Rock Islands lies another tiny paradise awaiting discovery. Through Michael Runkel's lens and adventurous spirit, these glimpses into lesser-known corners of our planet ignite wanderlust within us all. Join him as he unravels stories woven by nature and humanity alike – reminding us that there is always more beauty waiting to be explored beyond what meets the eye.