March 28, 2020: After Dom buys ample sunscreen and V buys jewelry from the local market, we will depart from Papeete on the trip of a lifetime - a trip we've wished to enjoy together for many years. In the Society Islands, we will go to Moorea, Taha'a, and Bora Bora.

Visit ancient sacred grounds, or marae, such as Are Mango, where ancient rituals and sacrifices were performed, and learn how ancient Polynesian warriors defended their island with the help of supernatural beings.

Help Dom and V become scuba certified before the trip!

Lagoon tour in a traditional outrigger canoe, with ukulele animation and narration on culture, history and nature of Bora Bora.

March 29, 2020: We'll continue our ATV'ing tradition on vacations through Cook's Bay, Opunohu Bay, and Mt. Rotui; we will cruise past pineapple fields, and stop at an ancient open-air temple, or marae, to learn about Polynesian culture.

Dom is going to share in V's passion for Scuba diving :-)

It is believed that this island was settled around 900 AD by legendary Polynesian explorer Ru. We will visit ancient sacred grounds, or marae, such as Are Mango, where ancient rituals and sacrifices were performed, and learn how ancient Polynesian warriors defended their island with the help of supernatural beings.

April 6, 2020: We're not so sure what people do in Tonga, but it is one of the easternmost countries in the world, on the International Date Line. The Kingdom of Tonga is the only South Pacific nation that was never colonized by Europeans.

We'll experience the day-to-day life of Fijian people during this visit to an authentic Fijian village, home of the paramount chief of Savusavu. Dom and V will be greeted by the village elders and invited to participate in a kava ceremony where the powdered kava is presented in a'bilo' (coconut cup).

Over 500 years ago the men of Beqa Island were given the gift of being able to walk on fire by an eel in exchange for its life. Today, the descendants of these warriors carry on the tradition, observing the same strict rules of tabu as the ancestors. Men are chosen as representatives from different villages. Ten days prior to the ceremony, they segregate themselves from females and are not allowed to eat coconut. The fire pit is dug out 12 to 15 feet in diameter and 3 to 4 feet deep. Large river stones are then collected and placed in the pit, filling it up. Six to eight hours before the ceremony a log fire is built over the top of the stones, heating them up. The Firewalkers are led to the arena accompanied by dances and chants. Leaves and vines are grazed across the stones to prepare the pit. The men then proceed to walk across the stones in a few different phases. Finally, a bundle of grass is thrown onto the pit and the group huddles in the center while chanting a song. Bands around the ankle of each participant, which are made of tree ferns that do not burn, are thrown into the pit. The pit is finally covered with earth, and days later, the ankle bands are recovered and ground up, mixed with water, and eaten by the Firewalkers.

Traditional Polynesian massage “Taurumi” from head to toes. The“Polynesian Treat” is the Spa signature treatment which includes a relaxing full body massage inspired by old Tahitian massage techniques with Hei Poa Monoï and tropical scents.

The keys to Vanessa's heart for a day at the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort, swimming in the pristine azure lagoons, including lunch and drinks.

We'll explore the underwater wonders of Bora Bora’s picturesque lagoon during a ride on the Aquabike underwater scooter.