M at Belvedere Viewpoint, Moorea

Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands, French Polonesia

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February 4th 2008
We chose again to take the boat to Mo'orea as we had had such an excellent day trecking in the jungle on our first visit. However, we decided not to repeat that exercise. Having had such a good time renting a car on Bonaire we decided this was the most cost-effective way to do Mo'orea; so we hired a small car for £60 for the day. A good decision. Mo'orea, along with Bora Bora, is the jewel in ... read more

Oceania » French Polynesia » Tahiti

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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