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Learning About Aliens During our Last Day in Tahiti
We got off our yacht today in Papeete and decided to tour around the island a little more. There are quite a few good sites to visit and spend half a day driving around the full island. It was interesting … Continue reading
4×4 Exploration in Bora Bora
We did a little exploring Bora Bora with a local who had a good Land Rover and could take us up some of the treacherous trails to the top of the Bora Bora mountains (hills?). It was gorgeous weather and … Continue reading
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Chef’s Dinner on Princess Cruise
Last night we spent some time with the Executive Chef who prepared a stunning repast for us an 8 others on the cruise. The appetizers were served in the main galley and in some ways, they were so good…it … Continue reading
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Diving in Bora Bora
We anchored in Bora Bora for two days. This is currently the hot spot and most popular place to visit in the French Polynesia islands. Today, we went out for two dives in gorgeous waters and weather. The first dive … Continue reading
Tahiti is the source of the best Vanilla
Today we pulled into Raiatea and we were not tendered which was nice. Getting on and off the yacht in 5 minutes or less is a treat. It was definitely very warm here, so we awoke early, had some breakfast … Continue reading
A little about diving in the South Pacific
There are islands everywhere…even little ones with only one tree. You have to be very cautious of the currents and the large waves that can appear due to changing tides around the various coral atolls. The most important advice: … Continue reading
Diving in Rangiroa
We pulled into the large coral atoll of Rangiroa. The waves were really rough outside the atoll, but when you come in, it is quite peaceful. We took the opportunity to do some diving here given the large coral … Continue reading
Cruising around Tahiti and Papeete
Yesterday, we got on board out yet and prepared to travel around the French Polynesian islands in style. Of course we started in Papeete (Tahiti). The Ocean Princess is a nice small ship with an excellent crew. Great way to … Continue reading
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Tagged blog, Cruise, International, Running, Tahiti, Travel
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The Internet in the South Pacific is Brutal
I must admit we get spoiled in North America. It feels like 15 years ago here in the Polynesian Islands… the time when we used to dial up for the Internet and the modem kept dropping off every 5 minutes … Continue reading
First Day in Tahiti Island
Tahiti felt like a combination of Easter Island and Hawaii. It is different and definitely a tropical escape. A French tropical escape…as many people don’t speak English and knowing French makes a huge difference in navigating your way around the … Continue reading
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