We arrived in Rangiroa yesterday late afternoon. We had to change course due to the problems we encountered with our Starboard sail drive (a.k.a. boat transmission). This island is the second largest atoll in the world. It is 40 miles long an 17 miles wide at the widest point. The population is only 2,000. It is a flat island, unlike the Marquesas and quite beautiful. There are beautiful white sand beaches and turquoise water – my kind of water…the kind you can see thru! You know the pictures you see of the island hotels where they have those huts out on the water….the hotel here is just like that!
We are hoping to find out in the next few days about how/when we can get the boat fixed. It entails getting parts, warranties, etc. We may have to miss out on seeing more of the islands here and head straight for Tahiti for the repairs, as that is the main metropolis here. I know what you are thinking….those poor, poor slobs on Shellette will have to go to Tahiti for repairs, boo hoo! I know, I’m sorry but somebody has to take one for the team, right?! Anyways, that is it for now….just a brief update. I will let you know more about this island and our future plans as they unfold. Stay tuned. Life is good! Love to all….