French culture meets the South Pacific -- quel délice tropical!
pxhere.com As distressing news of dying reefs continue rife across the world, now comes word that a healthy, unbleached reef has been found more than 30 meters (98 feet) down, in a zone where the sun reaches less. An interesting read in The Guardian!
Read more…Hectonichus There are many incredible destinations in the world yet to be overrun by tourists. If you're an explorer who likes to find under-the-radar spots, read on for a rundown of my favourite off-the-beaten-path destinations and experiences... read post
Read more…An Encounter with a Humpback Whale and her Calf The most amazing moment a photographer can dream of! Work being slower than in prior years - fewer weddings, couple's shooting, and visitors in general - has allowed us to work on our underwater photography. We will be launching a evening aquatic shoot in September which will be available at several resorts here in Bora Bora. With a strong interest in underwater photography, we were thrilled to have had three of our photos make it to the…
Read more…There's no shortage of places these days for a perfect beach wedding. But for romance and exoticism, few can match tying the knot (literally) in a flower crown barefoot on a warm sand beach, with a Tahitian priest, a conch blower, dancers and romantic Polynesian music. The traditional wedding ceremonies held on Bora Bora and all the Tahitian islands is a celebration of joy and love. It includes a hand-holding blessing ceremony, exchange of flowers crowns and leis, and being wrapped in a…
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For those of you who get to Moorea, don't forget to stop at the fruit alcohol distillery. They have wonderful free samples of the delicious local brews and grogs.
My Father lived there for thirty years and LOVED IT!
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I was able to go on a weeklong press trip to Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora in late August. It had been my dream destination for 20 years and lived up to all expectations! I am hoping I can someday return with my husband...
I will soon have an article link to share about my trip, to be published in a few weeks.
I would love to learn more about the members of this group and your experiences in French Polynesia.
One of my favorite new food discoveries was poisson cru, the marinated tuna dish with coconut milk... divine!
If anyone would like to see photos of my trip, I have many posted on my Facebook page. Do a search for Word Journeys and "Like" my page and you can view them there.