Originally Posted by
Viajero Perpetuo
Yes, do not group Rapa Nui with those who they call the continentals (imported Chilean work crews for the roads and such) who they say are responsible for most of the crime when it does happen there.
A general "feel" description of Isla de Pascua from my Mom who was born and raised in Hawaii: "it's like Hawaii back in the 50's".
I'm reluctant to wade into this discussion, but on Easter Island there are certainly similarities in culture to the Chilean mainland. And also differences.
In fact, speaking of Hawaii, it's perhaps a bit similar to the level of cultural differences between Hawaii and the USA mainland.