Farniente over the Lagoon

Position: [ 17°48S, 149°77W ]
When i was little, we liked to think of Moorea as a convenient leasure destination with hôtels and a rural life just a ferry ride away. In Tahiti, this island is mainly known for the pineapples that grow there, reknowned to be the sweetest pineapples in the region, as well as [...]

Soccer… Tahitian style!!!

Position: [ 17°31S, 149°34W ]
When I was little, I remember my father taking me to a football game. For me it was a good opportunity to eat junk food and mix with a cheerful crowd.
However, until yesterday, Tahiti’s football was known only to Tahitian people…
Until yesterday…
Yesterday, for the first time, a little island country from [...]

Myths about Tahiti

Position: [ 17°31S, 149°34W ]
Tahiti probably hits a high rank in your list of dream destination. White sandy beaches, crystal blue lagoons. All nice and tame resort-like location. Great for relaxing in the sun.
Please don’t go on thinking that it’s all there is about Tahiti.
Myth #1 : Tahiti is white sand beaches and blue lagoons.
One [...]

Bushfires near Melbourne

Position: [ 37°45S, 144°158E ]
Australian bushfires are no small fires.
In Australia, every summer comes with its cycle of bushfires. I was told that bushfires are the way the forest regenerates itself.
While I like to think about this circle of life thing, I must cast some doubts when so much forest goes to ashes. This year, [...]