Arriving into Mo’orea , I could already feel the magical presence of “mana” filling the air. A promising, mystical adventure awaited me as I knew my local, Tahitian guide, Yvette from Moorea VIP Tours, was picking me up. Yvette is born and raised on this gorgeous island of Mo’orea meaning yellow lizard and is the […]
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When the seaplane landed onto the translucent and unspoilt lagoon of Taha’a, I was already experiencing sensory overload! The briny, salty smell of fish from the lagoon, the delicate, rich flavor of rum from Tahaa’s very own distillery Te Pari mixed into my welcome cocktail, and the seductive fragrance of the Tiare flower necklace being passed over my […]
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This grand island is from where the Arii or kings departed on their double hulled outrigger canoes to discover new lands, new islands and form what is called today the Polynesian triangle (French Polynesia, Hawaii and New Zealand). The focal point is found at the UNESCO world heritage protected site, Marae Taputapuatea meaning “sacrifices from […]
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Crowned by a circle of majestic peaks, the Island of Tahiti, the largest island in French Polynesia, towers over the ocean like a proud and royal Queen. The mountainous interior is adorned with mystical valleys, clear streams, and high waterfalls. The capital city, Pape’ete, meaning “water basket,” was once a gathering place where Tahitians came […]
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