Do you know the Tahitian tale of the sleeping beauty, who got her heart stolen by Maui? Probably yes, if you watched the movie Moana (also distributed as Oceania).
Here she is, painted on Pa… Read More
While waiting for the ferry to Moorea on the 14th of July, words sung by hundreds of men suddenly entered the harbor
Allons enfants de la Patrie / Le jour de gloire est a… Read More
Va’a are Polynesian pirogues. Va’a means displacement in time, space on time, movement, voyage. Va’a can be single armed, double armed, in the past carved out a singl… Read More
Heiva is not only about Thaiti history, but dancing groups from other Pacific islands also bring their own tales. Like the group from Rurutu. On this island a peculiar new year festival take… Read More
In 2024, Olympic competitions will be opened in France. The village of Teahupo‘o in Tahiti will be the surfing location for the Paris Olympics. We visited the venue, invited by the loc… Read More
Back to Tahiti after the trip to Moorea, back to Tuaro Maohi traditional sports
Today is spear competition, or better, speared coconut competition at Tuaro Maohi. Teams have wooden spears wi… Read More
From Papeete, Moorea stares at you every morning and is a reference point in the endless Pacific Ocean. Moorea calls every visitor in Tahiti for a trip. Because it is less crowded, because i… Read More
Not only men run for fruits at Tuaro Maohi.
At the ancient sound of a buccina shell, the race of women fruit carrier starts.
The unbearable heat can transform… Read More
Traditional dances are performed between sport event, Maori war dances are among the most impressive.
Out of the blue, Maori men and women shout, push their eyes out of their heads and perfo… Read More
Master styling pearl necklaces for women whether you’re dressing up or going casual. Tips cover lengths, layering, care, and more so you can rock pearls confidently.
Table of Co… Read More
Second day at Tuaro Maohi games: it is time for coconut splits. Coconut de-husking is a long lived sport across whole Polynesia and Pacific Ocean
High mana (vital energy) is necessary to sp… Read More
With her latest song, “For Us”, elishéva gives us a breath of fresh air while capturing our hearts. The mesmerising fingerpicked acoustic guitar melodies of this Frenc… Read More
Finding the Perfect Romantic Getaway
So, you've tied the knot, and now it's time for the grandest adventure of your life – the honeymoon! Planning the perfect honeymoon is like prepari… Read More
Biological invasions refer to the introduction and spread of species outside their native habitats, often leading to significant ecological, economic, and sometimes social consequences. The… Read More
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Welcome to the Bongo Comics Box! Today’s feature: Itchy & Scratchy Comics #1! Yet another first issue! And this series was the worst of the lot: mostly visual gags that you could r… Read More
While it never hurts to have an open mind, there are certain professionals you really should listen to. These include, but are not limited to lawyers, plumbers, and, of course, doctors. The… Read More
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan, the loyalty program of Alaska Airlines, is currently offering a promotion where members can purchase miles with a bonus of up to 60%. Different Mileage Plan me… Read More
By Mark Kennedy | Associated Press
NEW YORK — Discovery Channel has landed the perfect host this year for “Shark Week,” none other than a huge fan of all ocean creatures &m… Read More