French Polynesia

After six days at sea it was nice to set foot on land. Our first four ports were Niku Hiva, Papeete, Moorea and Bora Bora. My favorite so far is Moorea. The beauty of the island from out little boat was breath taking. No tours in Papeete. We walked the town and went into the market place. I think to appreciate this island, you need to get away from the port and head inland. At night, the ship's deck was turned into Paradise. They decorated the deck with palm leaves, decorated tables, brought out tons of food and hired Island dancers for our entertainment. Well done. Anchoring in Moorea, we took a dolphin watching tour with Dr Michael Pool. We learned all about spinner dolphins as the swam all around and under our boat for a few hours. He has studied dolphins in this area for 22 years. It was fasinating to be so close to them as played away while we snapped pictures. None of photos were great as they never stopped long enough for my one great shot. I deleted a lot of pictures of water. We are heading to Bora Brra right now and will feed sharks and swim with sting rays. I will be interested in seeing if David gets in the water...:) The weather is hot and humid with rain off and on.  I am getting the hang of World Cruising when ports are interesting and we find fun things to do in these far away lands.  Love the adventure of the shore and having the joy of air conditionig upon our return.