Haumana Cruise – Bora Bora, Tahaa and Raiatea
Our small tender slipped into place on the back deck and was greeted by the sound of Tahitian drums, strumming ukuleles and a harmony of singing. It was a magical…
Aranui 5 Day 14: Why the Aranui Is More Than a Cruise
Day 14 · Reflection on the Voyage · 11 March 2016 Every trip eventually reaches the same point. The bags are packed. The adventure is ending. And someone asks the…
Aranui 5 Day 13: The Last Breakfast and the Helicopter Through the Clouds
Day 13 · Bora Bora · 10 March 2016 As beautiful as the Marquesas had been, there was no denying the excitement that spread across the ship when Bora Bora…
Aranui 5 Day 12: The Day I Accidentally Became the Entertainment
Day 12 · Rangiroa, Tuamotu Islands · 9 March 2016 I woke up convinced we were entering Rangiroa at six o'clock. The only problem? We weren't. Somewhere between an orientation…
Aranui 5 Day 11: The Day I Tried to Relax and Failed
Day 11 · At Sea · 8 March 2016 There is a dangerous myth about cruise ships. People assume sea days are relaxing. This is technically true. Provided you don't…
Aranui 5 Day 10: The Internet Shutdown That Improved the Internet
Day 10 · Nuku Hiva & Ua Pou · 7 March 2016 There is a dangerous assumption many travellers make. If there is internet available, it will probably work. That…
Aranui 5 Day 9: The Captain’s Ballet in a Harbour Too Small for the Ship
Day 9 · Ua Huka, Marquesas Islands · 6 March 2016 There are certain jobs in the world that deserve more appreciation. Air traffic controllers. Heart surgeons. Anyone who installs…
Aranui 5 Day 8: The Fish Hook Incident
Day 8 · Tahuata, Marquesas Islands · 5 March 2016 Some travel stories begin with stunning scenery. Some begin with incredible food. And some begin with a fish hook buried…
Aranui 5 Day 7: The Island Without an Airport
Day 7 · Fatu Hiva, Marquesas Islands · 4 March 2016 There are remote islands. And then there is Fatu Hiva. The only island on our itinerary without an airport.…
Aranui 5 Day 6: Reuniting With an Old Friend in Hiva Oa
Day 6 · Hiva Oa, Marquesas Islands · 3 March 2016 One of the greatest joys of returning somewhere is discovering that the people you remember still remember you. That's…