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Bora Bora markets itself as a jet setter 5 star type of place with prices to match.

The open market in Riatea offers great fresh produce fresh fish, fruits you may have never tasted etc. you can stock your boat for your pleasure and enjoy the experience.

The great thing about the leaward islands are the extensive lagoons surrounding the islands offering easy access to all parts of the islands without having to go out into the open ocean.

Great pics Baz, quite the flash back for me seeing them. Moorea is close to Tahiti and more developed than the leaward islands. Quite beautiful there.
Baz, Did you get to surf hapiti just around the corner from club Bali Hai. Epic left, long paddle from shore? I had some memorable sessions there, anchored just inside from the pass.

Hard Drive, how large is your family? A full crew? How old are the kids? The Tahitians are very friendly and love kids, they are your passport to good contact with the locals.
Learn a few greetings in French or Tahitian and off you go. The kids will never forget it.

Cheers Richard