Papeete is the largest town and capital of French Polynesia. It is located on the northwestern coast of the island of Tahiti.
Parasailing
Bora Bora lagoon is so picturesque that being able to float under a parachute 300 metres up was irresistible.
What’s the Point? Why Cook Chased Venus.
In 1769 the planet Venus was to transit the face of the sun and scientists were keen for this to be observed all over the world because the next one would not occur until 1874. James Cook was appointed leader of an expedition to the South Pacific to make these observations.
A Marvellous Zoo
A visit to Melbourne Zoo is a great way to spend a day. The Zoo has a wide range of native and exotic animals, many of which are endangered in the wild.
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise is part of the Gold Coast in south east Queensland and is a very popular holiday destination for visitors from Australia and overseas.
Punarei Cultural Tour, Aitutaki
One of the great new experiences available on Aitutaki is the Aitutaki Punarei Cultural Tour. This is based on a replica village that has been built to the design of a traditional Aitutaki village and shows the structures and way of life prior to the coming of Europeans.