Oceana
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Ua Pou: The Cathedral Island
Rising from the depths of the Pacific Ocean like a fortress of the gods, Ua Pou is the…
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Nuku Hiva: The Mystical Island
Nuku Hiva, the largest and most imposing of the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia, rises from the Pacific…
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Makatea: The Forgotten Atoll
DISCLAIMER: We sailed to Makatea in July of 2025. It sounds like the mooring balls have since been…
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Raroia: The Last Shore of the Kon-Tiki
If you looked at a map of the Pacific Ocean and placed your finger on the Tuamotu Archipelago,…
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Makemo: The “Perfect Atoll”
It’s said that in the 1920s, the famous French solo sailor Alain Gerbault dropped anchor in Makemo and…
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Tikehau: The “Peaceful Landing” of French Polynesia
Tikehau’s name translates to “peaceful landing,” and never has a name been more fitting. Unlike its larger, more…
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Rangiroa: French Polynesia’s Endless Lagoon
Located 350 km northeast of Tahiti, Rangiroa is the largest atoll in French Polynesia and the second-largest in the…
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Toau: A Secluded Paradise
The Toau Atoll is a secluded French Polynesian paradise featuring a pristine coral reef, turquoise lagoons, and untouched…
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Fakarava: A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Of all of the places we have visited, the secluded atoll of Fakarava emerges among our favorites. You…
The Macs
Hello! We’re Roy and Cori McCormick, two adventure-seekers currently sailing around the world.
These are some of our stories. We hope you enjoy them!