18 March -- Last Day in Uturoa, Raiatea

We had a fun day shopping in the town of Uturoa.  Robbi met a craft lady, Celina, and together they crafted a pendant from five pearls and silver wire. The results pleased both of them!


John found a T-shirt that he was looking for and had fun browsing the local market of fruits and vegetables.

At the sail-away party we were treated to some beautiful vistas of the town and the reef that surrounds Raiatea.  They are actually camping on that sand bar on this part of the atoll!!
Uturoa Downtown
Welcome Center At Pier


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Camping on the Atoll

Now onto Bora Bora!!

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    I want to see the T-shirt and the pearl necklace! 😁

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