The morning after our wet day in Papeete we arrived in Paradise, also known as Moorea, one of the Society Islands in French Polynesia . I feel truly blessed and thankful for the simply stunning picture perfect day to view and experience a little piece of paradise in the middle of the Pacific. Highlights of our day included sampling fresh coconuts and snorkeling in crystal clear water with sharks and stingrays, as well as the opportunity to view a glimpse of the ...

After eight days at sea on board Queen Mary 2 not even the tail-end of a cyclone couldn't dampen our enthusiasm for exploring the first of two stops in Tahiti. First impressions reminiscent of Noumea, however a trip beyond the city centre to view and tour La Maison de James Norman Hall is highly recommended. An insight into the life and loves of the co-author of Mutiny on the Bounty, along with the opportunity to taste freshly 'baked' bread fruit a truly unique ...