A short visit to both Western and American Samoa offered incredible insight into their vast differences in cultures, lifestyles, politics and economies. From starkly deserted, beautiful beaches to warehouse shopping to genuine encounters with gracious locals, our experiences on the islands gave us unique perspectives of these neighboring nations.
Vavaú, Tonga boasts humpback whales, azure harbors, friendly locals and a culture that delights and captivates.
Sometimes sailing isn’t as romantic as the movies and novels make it out be. Night watches especially bring about a plethora of emotions — loving, loathing, joy, sleepiness and boredom.
Moorea, Tahiti, is simply gorgeous. From Pape’ete, Queequeg sailed into Cook’s Bay, and we were awe-struck by the sight before us.
Queequeg started our voyage across the Pacific by sailing around Pape’ete, Tahiti, where we glimpsed Polynesian life and beautiful blue lagoons.
Branded a seaman’s Mount Everest and Dead Man’s Road, Cape Horn is a heroic conquest ringed by a graveyard, a place where nature retains power over mankind.
