The turtle sanctuary The unique turtle protection center of French Polynesia is located in the private lagoon of Le Méridien Bora Bora resort. It is sometimes called the “sanctuary” by its administrators. Its story began in year 2000 when a guest … Continue reading
The power of words The orero is a person that symbolized the guardian of Polynesian culture. A person of real importance in the ancient Polynesian society, he was considered the cultural messenger of the people. He conveyed the ancestral knowledge … Continue reading
A race with the wind in its sails The Tahiti Pearl Regatta is an ocean race open to any sailing ship without size limitation (monohull, catamaran, trimaran etc). This regatta takes place in the Leeward Islands. This is the most … Continue reading
A blazing choreography The dance of fire is practiced by many civilizations around the world. This is a rite deeply embedded in the Polynesian culture. In the past, the fire dance was executed by adepts as messages addressed to divinities … Continue reading
Honoring our cultural heritage The International Day of Monuments and Sites is celebrated thoughout the world on April 18 of every year. The theme for this year will be the heritage of Education. This international celebration day emerged in 1983. … Continue reading
The Moorea Paddle board adventure I had the opportunity to try the Moorea Paddle Board Adventure Tour during this Easter weekend. Arriving at 07:35am on the Moorea ferry dock we were met by Franck, the person in charge of the … Continue reading
Honoring the ocean The first Polynesian Festival for Underwater photo and film will be held in March 2013. This event which highlights the beauty of Polynesian waters is the first of its kind in French Polynesia. It will take place … Continue reading
Introduction to the Polynesian outrigger canoe Today, I have decided to try the Polynesian va’a or Outrigger canoeing. As the national sport, it is practiced in French Polynesia and around the world. One has the possibility of paddling alone aboard … Continue reading
A frenzied rhythm The pahu is a percussion instrument that can be likened to the African djembe. This ancestral drum is essential in a traditional Polynesian orchestra. It produces a basic tempo that guides the other musicians. This impressive instrument … Continue reading
The Marlon’s favorite island Tetiaroa is a little atoll in the Society Islands located 32mi north of Tahiti. Composed with 13 motus (little islet), the atoll does not have a large enough passage to the open sea making it accessible … Continue reading