Cock-a-Doodle-Do

Friday, March 17, 2023
Papeete, Windward Islands, French Polynesia
     Late night arrival in Papeete, shuttle deposits us at our hilltop guest house (Fare Sussse) Nighttime serenade is rooster crowing.  In the morning we encounter the headliner.  Breakfast served on a veranda- spiced with numerous interesting travel conversations.  Banana cake, homemade bread and jellies, local fruit. Off to the ferry-30 minute ride to Moorea.
    In the distance we see this fairytale island.  The green mountain peaks are cloaked in clouds.  The water is a full spectrum of blue.  We share a cab and then lunch with a California couple who have just returned from Brando Island( Yes, Marlon’s private escape) 
     Our over- the- water bungalow at the Hilton is over- the-top!!thatched style, ideally situated with a view of the mountains.  A front porch, an entry deck.  We spend hours in the clear, tranquil waters.  Happiness!!! Words can’t express our delight.  Photos might come close.  
     This heart shaped island has truly captured our hearts. (We are already planning our return)
Q What shark is found swimming under us?
A Pigeon Post- its great barrier island used this system 1894-1908 written on light paper called “flimsies”
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Comments

Sue
2023-03-17

Not sure how you make your way back to Hollywood after this Soooo jealous!

Pam
2023-03-18

Looks truly amazing!! I can see you’re in paradise!!

Annie
2023-03-18

WoW! Serenity at its best. You captured my imagination with the "thatched roof." I can close my eyes and be swept away....

ANNA
2023-03-18

Definitely PARADISE!!! Just as I would imagine Tahiti.

SUSAN POLLARD
2023-03-18

Wow

Michael
2023-03-19

You should get an alarm clock like that for Hollywood!

Stephen
2023-03-20

Silver tip sharks. I can't imagine a better place to visit. I am dying to stay in one of those cottages on the water. Hopefully your plan is to bring me back with you, lol.

2025-03-23

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