In the archipelago of Wallis and Futuna (South Pacific), the island of Alofi is located at 2km of the coasts of Futuna. Under 14 degrees south latitude, the 19km volcanic island is surrounded by a reef barrier that protects white sandy beaches. Despite its small size, Alofi is a high …
Read More »Tetiaroa: An Atoll Near Tahiti
A small heavenly atoll located some forty kilometers north of Tahiti, Tetiaroa is a private island of the Iles du Vent group in the French Polynesia archipelago. Marlon Brando acquired a 99-year lease for this atoll from the Polynesian government, but he can visit during the day from Tahiti. The …
Read More »Tuherahera, the Village of Tikehau Atoll
Tuherahera is the charming little village of the main motu of the Tikehau atoll in the Tuamotu archipelago. Very quiet, airy, with often simple fare and surrounded by flowery gardens, the village can be visited on foot or by bicycle. At the northern end of the Motu, one enjoys a …
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