More than half a century ago, tens of thousands of men paid the ultimate sacrifice in the struggle over Micronesia's islands. Today, wreck divers pay homage in the sacred sunken graveyards of Guam and Palau.

The islands of Kosrae and Pohnpei are a dive traveler's dream, complete with eerie ruins, a surreal blue hole and mind-numbing rituals. Plus: an insider's guide to unforgettable island-hopping.

The western Pacific is a dream destination. Learn how to make it reality. Start with Palau, Yap and Truk. But don't stop there--we'll show you the best of the exotic western Pacific.

Sublime drop-offs and macabre wrecks make Palau and Truk Lagoon a glorious study in contrasts.