Lizzy on our Sunset Cruise

British Incas Go to France and Get Engaged

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March 14th 2008
The fact is that Johnny English didn't quite expect this. Lizzy didn't expect this either - and was gutted when there was no requirement to complete an immigration form (thus meaning that you don't get a passport stamp). French Polynesia is in Europe is seems. The history of these islands (and this is shorter so that SJB doesn't fall asleep this time) is as follows. Samuel Wallace (Britain) ... read more

Oceania » French Polynesia

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The French annexed various Polynesian island groups during the 19th century. In September 1995, France stirred up widespread protests by resuming nuclear testing on the Mururoa atoll after a three-year moratorium. The tests were suspended in January ... ... read more