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…
I lost my swimsuit in Tahiti!
“Tahiti… come on honey… it's your favourite place on earth! Pleeease say yes” Norm pleaded with his boyish grin. I had already said no three times but we both knew…
Top 5 Huahine Activities on land you don’t want to miss.
Don't miss these 5 Huahine activities I had always heard about the Garden Island of French Polynesia but had never before visited. While I have visited over 15 islands of…
Tahiti Secret Corners
Tahiti Secret Corners that you can discover? I've been to the South Pacific Islands many times but these islands never get old. This time around, I am returning with my…
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…
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