15 | Cruising Bora Bora and Taha'a in the Society Islands

We continued sailing westward through the Society Islands. In peaceful Taha'a we rode the tidal currents over a beautiful coral reef. A perfect crossing under full sail brought us to Bora Bora, where we swam with sharks and rays before climbing the central mountain to take in the spectacular views of the island and it's barrier reef.
As the days on our traveler's visa became scarce, we checked out of French Polynesia and watched the weather for a big ocean passage, to the far end of the Pacific.
Our boat Julia is a classic wooden sailboat, built in 1960 in British Columbia to the Ingrid design by William Atkin. She may be a vintage classic boat, but she is still a great blue water cruising vessel, out enjoying the world's oceans.
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05_Ravelling by At The End Of Times, Nothing
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07_Shipwrecked by At The End Of Times, Nothing

[@Trajectionable]

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[@jonshatz2890]

After becoming paralyzed in 2010 my sailing experiences effectively ended as crutches & wheelchairs don’t mix well with sailing 30-40 foot vessel. However your videos, almost beyond any words of beauty, have allowed me to experience the Pacific almost as if I were with you on your journey. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@hbdrums337]

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Simply majestic. Such a Beautiful video from one the most enchanting places. We love that you show us the best of wherever you. We all know there can be rainy days, boat repairs and such. Other sailing chamnels give us almost too much of that 😵‍💫Thank you so much for capturing and sharing the Beauty of your explorations 🐠 🌴💗

[@Skier307]

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[@jamessandman3708]

Navigating those rollers had me on the edge of my seat! You and "Life is like Sailing" don't just create sailing videos you take my love of wooden sailboats and turn them into masterpiece video productions! Your editing is top notch and your narrations are hypnotic. Thanks for sharing such beauty and be safe in your future passage.⛵⛵⛵

[@Razman23]

Best twenty minutes spent on a Saturday morning in a long time.

[@BKF1911]

Congratulations on achieving the life long dream. What an amazing place to land. May God bless and keep you both on your next voyage.

[@bradleylaford1526]

Isn't it beautiful though, that you can chronicle & share your experiences on the KZbin with Modern Cameras? It's marvelous. You can relive the experience for years to come!

[@robertnixon3816]

Absolutely stunning photography and editing! By far one of the best channels out there. You will find that French Polynisia will never leave you. It will be in your heart and soul forever.👍😊

[@Tearlaich64]

I completely endorse the last comment. This is probably the best KZbin content I watch. It is like reading Hiscock.

[@karlmoderna]

Many people have sailed to these islands. Few of them on such a beautiful boat

[@swimcat2333]

This is the most beautiful sailing KZbin channel. I like the narrating too . No bs & no tacky, very exceptional.

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What others are beautiful?

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THAT is a proper bluewater ship! I saw the story of how you worked on it for so long. Gorgeous boat, solid!

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Thank you very much for another wonderful video with beautiful images. You have achieved the dream of a lifetime !

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Your videos have the quality of film giving them the feel of the golden age of exploration, it’s relaxing, it’s a wonderful escape and oh, thank you for not using the phrase “super cool” in your narrative of the places and experiences that you share with us.

[@cricrij]

It's been a long time since we've come across a channel with such beautiful images of our world in all its richness, thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings, watching your videos is always a pleasure.

[@svenlen]

Stunning !!! beautifully shot and produced

[@steveschwartz6138]

Another epic adventure. The view from atop Bora Bora was awesome.

[@trevorbyron9448]

One of the best sailing vids on y tube. Fantastic scenery. Crystal Clear footage. Narration as from a story book. Madison boat works - iconic

[@tomhodges534]

Your content, videography and editing are absolutely the best of all the KZbin sailing channels I watch! Keep up the great work!

[@claudetaiwan]

Bora bora… Years ago , when I was on a flight to South America, an young man sitting by my side on the plane ,who introduced himself that his family own a small hotel in Bora bora. I had no idea it’s so amazing….

[@Tristan_de_Kermadec]

I loved all your videos of French Polynesia, one of my favorite places in the world (with New Zealand). As you are heading west, I hope you will have the chance to visit the Cook Islands, in particular Aitutaki, a coral atoll in many ways similar to Bora Bora, without the towering volcanic peak. A walk around One Foot Island is something to remember.

[@DieselHopeless]

Thank you for a truly magnificent video. A very fitting end to your travels in French Polynesia. As stated in other comments, this is the absolute best channel on KZbin focusing on the heart and soul of the real sailor. Don’t change a thing, your videos are absolutely magical!

[@donland-zu9ul]

Love it. Absolutely beautiful. Been waiting for this. Thanks for such incredible adventures.

[@RocksOff72]

Can it be! Another video from MB? And this time only 3 months since the last one! I was literally just in the San Juan's and I wondered what MB was up to? And now, here you are. Another beautifully filmed and edited video. We don't see your videos often, but when we do we're very impressed.

[@AdrianLyons]

True

[@StemtoSternSailing]

I actually visited your channel page earlier today to check if I might have missed out on an episode from you guys. It brought a smile on my face when this video popped up on my notifications jus hours later. As usual a fantastic video. Best regards from Jarle (Stem to stern sailing)

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Same here, just checked in yesterday! :) Thanks as always, guys!

[@kkots]

Me too!

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Superb, great footage,thanks for sharing.

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I’ve been waiting for the next video!!🎉 appreciate the awesome content.

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And so green!

[@davidellis2021]

So look forward to these videos. This one didn't disappoint. Thank you very much.

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I agree with the many post's that mention quieter times and showing the beauty of your travels, rather the self indulgence found on most sailing channels. Kudos to y'all 👍🇺🇸❤️

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Pretty location, pretty boat.

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I just wanted to say thank you. I just love the style in which this story is told and its just magical and captivating! Amazing visuals and great mix of music and audio that makes the viewer feel like they are riding along on this journey.

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Fantastic episode mate. Aaah yes the South seas. Great video clips. Thanks for sharing. Take care.

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Worth the wait! Glad to your beautiful journey! Thanks for sharing

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parabens, seus videos cada vez mais lindos🎉

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So fun to be along for the ride. Great editing and musical score as always. Peace.

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The wait was most definitely worth it! Two thumbs up. Thanks.

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Brilllllliant Madison - thanks for sharing ⛵️ 👍

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What a wonderful adventure, simply inspiring, and... and, incredibly told!

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Huzzah, new video! You two are the best. So grateful for your amazing videos.

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I'm always excited to see new content from you guys. Beautiful boat and cinematography. I recently bought my first sailboat and have been living on it for 6 months now. I call it my training wheels because one day I want to live the dream you've had and sail down to Baja and across the pacific but in something more sea worthy.

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It is worth waiting for your videos...

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Yowzaa, the conclusion of one amazing journey ...but you leave us in anticipation of our next. Thank you MB and Westward Ho !

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Always Lovely footage and narration. Thanks for sharing your cruise. Safe Travels!

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Absolutely stunning. Thanks from Australia 🇭🇲🥰

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Another enjoyable video... Good luck on the next leg of your journey...

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Whats a beauty!!!!!

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Habitable, sunny silences. All erased by the blue horizon.

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The views are beyond words. Good to see you take weather seriously.

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[@AdrianLyons]

Brilliantly filmed, edited and presented. Thank you

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Preciosa aventura y paisajes. From Spain ,thanks

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Great video. Safe travels!

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[@carolyn1920]

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[@Early8Q]

I find myself imagining your father aboard…. And I find myself imagining being in his shoes, with you two…. And I find myself proudly with tears. And then I get back to enjoying your view of a place that I visited early 25 years ago. Thank you! I can’t wait to see what you choose to share next! Fair winds and following seas.

[@ngpaul9253]

The scenery and the video clarity is top notch. Crème de la crème!

[@rogerjohnson2031]

Love your videos. Thank you.

[@pops9190]

Great , just great

[@MrMichaelcurran]

Bora Bora dreams are made their. For those that sail its ever real. For those that can only it's a place of peace. All the best to you too.😊

[@kathleenmetz7432]

Another phenomenal video. The places you go, the beauty of your photography, even your lyrical sound track. Your videos are such a gift to us all. Thank you!

[@evastanford2249]

Beautiful footage,beautiful, lovely earth. Thank y’all for sharing.

[@MrFroglips69]

A very groovy, beautiful and enchanting episode.

[@fransdriesen1311]

Outstanding.....

[@rudyo8409]

Trillion dollar view ! spectacular.

[@JagLite]

Beautiful boat and video.

[@idreecemian2192]

I am watching this for third time, I have just one feeling come to me "Splendid", looking forward for more and more

[@sachamo100]

Wow, what a dream destination!

[@JeffreyinChina]

Awesome, all about the sailing and nature .no personal drama good videos!

[@keithh3463]

thanks for another amazing adventure from my coach!

[@1corinthians15.1-4kjv]

What an incredible adventure, that you have set yourself out upon! If I could afford any usable boat at all, I would take the same route myself, no doubt about it. I noticed one thing, your wife's/ girlfriend's/ fiancées smile already were wide in Mexico, but now it is ear to ear. You know the saying, happy wife, happy life, it is true! God Bless!

[@tylero8595]

Me and my ex spent a month riding our bicycles around the islands. French Polynesia really is paradise on earth.

[@albradley6634]

I stumbled across a video in the middle of the series a few days ago. I had to go back to the beginning and watch every one including those on outfitting and craftsmanship. Just stunning. Professionally produced, beautiful narration and just amazing videography. What a world.

[@maciejpol9403]

magnificent video

[@SV-Mig]

Beautiful and inspiring episode. Thanks!

[@tetraskele9621]

Always a pleasure to watch your very personal , uncluttered and nicely documented adventures. Love your boat too, naturally. Still one of the few true "'sailing videos' on the Tube. Never become another bikini show! Now that Florence is sailing into the cold, you're our lat hope for a tropical sailing show. Love you guys! Fair winds (and safe anchorages). : )

[@henryguthery5311]

Beautiful 💓

[@urbannomadslife]

So nice following your journey!

[@jmedic40]

Another beautiful video from the absolute best sailing channel on KZbin. It’s so good to see more of your adventures. Can’t wait to see what’s over the horizon!

[@codybluetarp]

Excellent detail on the video, for example, the paying-out of the anchor and chain rode. In all, a beautiful classic ketch to cruise and explore Bora Bora and surrounding islands. Looks like a place that's working to span the natural and tourist worlds. Thank you.

[@bigpacific100]

Great videos thanks.. allan Brisbane Australia

[@hansslob6749]

Again, perfect footage of Paradise on earth. So happy that you share this with us. All the best for the upcoming journey, where are you heading for? West is half the world! Wish you fair winds and following sea and hope to see all of it!