Guide to Navigation and Tourism in French Polynesia
Guide to Navigation and Tourism in French Polynesia

Author: Patrick Bonnette

Publisher: Editions A. Barthelemy

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 9782879231525

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As well as being an indispensable navigational guide, it is also an introduction to the daily life and tourist activities in French Polynesia. Detailed charts, color photos and drawings add to the wealth of information contained in this guide, as well as detailed advice for administrative and customs formalities. This book is an essential tool for the experienced sailor who prefers a do-it-yourself approach in discovering Polynesian waters and the local lifestyle at each stop. For passengers who charter a sailboat without being an accomplished navigator, this guide will serve as a manual and souvenir of their first excursion in these ?Iles of Beauty? and an incentive to come back again.

Tahiti and French Polynesia Guide
Tahiti and French Polynesia Guide

Author: Jan Prince

Publisher:

Published: 2002-07-31

Total Pages: 772

ISBN-13: 9781892975690

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Long-time resident and travel writer Jan Prince present beautiful French Polynesia. Full coverage of Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Huahine, Tetiaroa, Maupiti, Rangiroa, Raiatea, Tahaa, Tikehau, Manihi, Marquesas Islands, Austral Islands, and Gambier Islands. Readers will find out which cruise option is best for them, scuba diving, whale and dolphin watching, where to go for the best Tahitian feasts! Fantastic beachfront resorts, hotels, inns and restaurants, plus fun water sports and land activities. Fully covers cruise options to and around the Tahitian islands; Incredible level of detail for hotels, restaurants, water sports and nightlife

Where the Magic Happens
Where the Magic Happens

Author: Caspar Craven

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2018-05-17

Total Pages: 405

ISBN-13: 1472949927

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In June 2009, Caspar and Nichola created a plan to sail around the world with their young children. Most people thought they were crazy. But over the past seven years they've embraced every moment of this momentous chapter of their lives. Five years of planning – the vision, the values, the practicalities, the realities, the excitement, the highs, the lows and the seemingly adventure-stopping obstacles – led to two wonderful years of living their dream – the magical and the scary; enjoying life and learning as a family. This is Caspar's story. It's a story of a fabulous sailing adventure but it's also so much more than that – it's an inspirational tale for all those wishing they could do the same; it's a practical guide to show you just how you can make it happen; it's a motivational story of leadership and teamwork within a family; and it's a funny, heart-warming tale of slightly unconventional family life. The fascinating narrative of Caspar's story is accompanied by useful text features such as tip boxes, sidebars and chapter summaries, so that the reader can easily extrapolate the necessary nuggets about how they can make the dream a reality.

Polynesian Seafaring and Navigation
Polynesian Seafaring and Navigation

Author: Richard Feinberg

Publisher: Kent State University Press

Published: 2003-03-24

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13: 9780873387880

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After fourteen months of field research in 1972-73 and an additional four months of field work with the Anutans in the Solomon Islands capital of Honiara in 1983, Richard Feinberg here provides a thorough study of Anutan seafaring and navigation. In doing so he gives rare insights into the larger picture of how Polynesians have adapted to the sea. This richly illustrated book explores the theory and technique used by Anutans in construction, use, and handling of their craft; the navigational skills still employed in interisland voyaging; and their culturally patterned attitudes toward the ocean and travel on the high seas. Further, the discussion is set within the context of social relations, values, and the Anutan's own symbolic definitions of the world in which they live.

Sailing in Paradise
Sailing in Paradise

Author: Rod Heikell

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2013-08-05

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 1408109530

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This comprehensive guide to the world of chartering, compiled by Rod Heikell, shares the breadth of his knowledge and experience, recommending types of charter, best types of boat, as well as essential information about the world's cruising areas. Taking a practical approach, he explains everything prospective charterers need to know before setting sail: visas required, healthcare, money, and what to expect from foreign harbours and anchorages. At the heart of the book is a country by country round-up of charter areas around the world with pros and cons, best times to go, wind and sea conditions, harbours and anchorages, eating out, safety, documentation requirements and getting there. Each area is illustrated with a map and colour photos. This unique guide is a must-have reference for charterers the world over, and a mouth-watering appetiser for those dreaming about where they would like to sail in the future.

The Pacific Crossing Guide 3rd edition
The Pacific Crossing Guide 3rd edition

Author: Kitty van Hagen

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2016-10-20

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1472935365

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The Pacific Crossing Guide is a complete reference for anyone contemplating sailing the Pacific in their own boat. From ideal timing, suitable boats, routes, methods of communication, health and provisioning to seasonal weather, departure and arrival ports, facilities, likely costs and dangers, the comprehensiveness of this new edition will both inspire dreamers and instil confidence in those about to depart. This new edition has been completely restructured with Part 1 covering thorough preparation for a Pacific crossing and Part 2 covering Pacific weather patterns, major routes and landfall ports, with useful website links throughout. There are completely new sections on rallies, coral atolls and atoll navigation, the cyclone season and laying up, use of electronic charts, satellite phones versus HF radio, ongoing maintenance, and Pacific festivals. Completely updated, expanded and refreshed for the new generation of Pacific cruisers, this is the definitive reference, relied upon by many thousands of cruisers.

Ocean Passages and Landfalls
Ocean Passages and Landfalls

Author: Andy O'Grady

Publisher: Imray, Laurie, Norie and Wilson Ltd

Published:

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 1786793032

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'This cruising guide for ocean voyagers provides invaluable passage-planning information for tried and tested routes around the world. Climates and weather patterns, currents, seasons and timings are key to selecting routes, but just as important is knowing something about the countries that you will arrive in. Details of the expected formalities and regulations are followed by essential information on key landfalls, accompanied by the first-hand observations of well-known world sailors and authors Rod Heikell and Andy O’Grady. Text and plans have been updated for this third edition which is illustrated with a number of new photographs to inspire both dreamers and passagemakers. “I have recently been planning a voyage from Trinidad to New Zealand using Ocean Passages and Landfalls by Rod Heikell and Andy O'Grady. The book has been an exceptional resource. The mass of information on a wealth of subjects is excellent. The layout is beautifully put together and very accessible. The pilotage and chartlets will be invaluable. The book will certainly be travelling with me and I cannot recommend it highly enough to anybody who is planning ocean voyaging.” Theresa Kewell, S/Y Mr Blue ‘This is a ‘blue planet’ book. Its scope is awe-inspiring as it takes an overview of the globe as the yachtsman’s potential cruising ground… It is of course possible to glean all the macro information from scientific geophysical sources, but the personality and experience of the authors adds an indispensable ingredient.’ Yachting Monthly