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Let’s go the slow way.

Hi On the south coast of Japan, most will take the fast train which travels along an inland route. It is still...

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I didn’t know that!

My knowledge of Japan and its history is sadly lacking so a trip to Meiji Restoration Museum was needed. Japan was ruled...

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Let’s take a fast train.

          Rolling hills border the plains which are dotted with  villages, small  towns and fields.   Are you...

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Cherry blossom trail

After a few months at home to complete some of those regular maintenance jobs , catch up with friends and relax time,...

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Raivavae

  Raivavae is in the Australes archipelago and our last stop on this trip. Getting off the ship was an adventure as...

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Rapa

No hills to climb today so you can relax! There is just a short walk to explore the local village or you...

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Aukena

Aukena This is an island of the Gambier archipelago. It is opposite Riketea. Unlike Riketea, there is no village. There are houses...

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Pitcairn Island

Pitcairn Island. Now I don’t know how familiar you are with early Australian historical figures and, in particular Captain Bligh, who became...

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Gambier Archipelago

These Islands , unlike the Tuamotu islands are visited more frequently by small cargo ships and yachts. Pearl farming is the most...

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Amanu

Now I hope you are not feeling neglected. Internet is by satellite in these isolated areas so too slow to keep up...

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