We visited a small family owned pearl farm on Tahaa where they showed us how they cultivate black pearls. They also shared some of the history of the industry and how the shifting politics of France impact their business.
Family looking for some adventure, Rod and Connie have quit their jobs and taken Allie out of school to see how quickly we can spend our savings. Cruising cat Princess also on board - not by choice. [...] After cruising around Vancouver Island this spring, we are now heading south to Mexico and maybe beyond. If all goes well, we will be in Mexico for fall and Winter, then off to the South Pacific Islands, New Zealand, then back home in 2009.