The Marquesas (Les Marquises of French Polynesia) was our introduction
to tropical island paradises.
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Hiva Oa was our Port of Entry in the Marquesas.
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The lush tropical flora included banana and Acadia trees.
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A trip with Jeff and Julie from 'Flashback' and Annik and Michael from 'Lucie'
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Breadfruit: Capt Bligh's cargo
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Volcanic Hiva Oa has beautiful plantations and sandy beaches.
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Tiki present at a maera ceremonial site.
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Copra: the cash crop of coconut oil
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Shot of Sue from the Masthead
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Fatu Hiva's anchorage was blustery, windy, rainy and stunning!
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Lee and Katie prepare crepes for morning breakfast while crewing for a week.
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Christianity means a great deal to these islanders.
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Warrior in Nuka Hiva
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Huge parade grounds showed major social development.
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Flowers beautify paradise.
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Waterfall inland from Daniel's Bay on Nuka Hiva.
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