Tag: French Polynesia
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5 Fascinating Places Connected to Past Civilizations
A Collection of unforgettable places where ancient civilizations, cultures, and stories still eave visible traces across the world. There is something fascinating about standing in a place where traces of an ancient civilization still remain. Whether it is ruins scattered across a hillside, artifacts preserved behind glass, or landscapes that once held thriving communities, these…
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Exploring National Parks & Protected Places Around the World
National parks are not limited to one country. Explore eight incredible protected places around the world that showcase the landscapes, history, and natural wonders that make our planet worth exploring.
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Moments & Misadventures :: Treading Water In A Panic Isn’t Swimming??
Okay, I admit it- I can’t swim. After years of swimming lessons at the local pool, not to mention countless one on one lessons with my navy veteran father, the best that I’ve ever been able to do is tread water for a few minutes. And probably because of this fact, I have a near…
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Mo’orea {French Polynesia}
French Polynesia is made up of hundreds of islands. The starting point for any visit to French Polynesia is of course Tahiti. But the next place for most visitors is the island of Mo’orea which is only a short boat ride away from the main island. This island is stunning yet peaceful with the idyllic…
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Pape’ete {French Polynesia}
The capital city of French Polynesia is Pape’ete located on the main island of Tahiti. This island is stunning everywhere you look and offers so much to visitors. Of course when most people think of Tahiti, they think of the beaches. The beaches are beautiful, but surprisingly the sand of the beach of Tahiti is…
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Hiking the Fautaua Valley Trail in Tahiti {French Polynesia}
Of all the hikes we have taken around the world, one of the most unforgettable was the journey through the lush landscape of Fautaua Valley Trail in Tahiti. It is one of those places that feels almost hidden in plain sight—close enough to the edge of the city, yet quickly dissolving into a world of…