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 Black Pearls in Polynesia by easyoar
As all things are in extremely expensive in Moorea, you could end up re-mortgage your house to buy one (well OK, that is a bit of an exaggeration, especially if you buy a poor quality one), but almost everything in French Polynesia is seriously expensive. People expect you to haggle, so try your luck in several places to see what price you can get.
As French Polynesia is so expensive, it may be advisable to buy the pearl unmounted, and get it mounted when you get home. I didn't actually buy one, but they are pretty to look at!
Probably down to your skill at haggling... Leave a Comment Theme: JewelryDirections: Shops all over the island - in a lot of cases, even if you aren't looking, they will find you!
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 Shopping for colourful Batiks by easyoar
As with all things Polynesian, never pay the first price you are told, always haggle hard!
This picture shows a Batik on the right that has a Paul Gauguin design on. He is a famous artist who lived in Polynesia for 4 years from 1897 to 1901 and painted a lot of 'Polynesian' art.
Note:- Being English, I use the correct English spelling for colour, and not the corrupted American spelling of it ;-) Leave a Comment Theme: Local Craft
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 Market Trader by easyoar
Haggling is very much the word though. Never pay the original price.
The other nice thing about market traders is you tend to be able to have more of a conversation with them than with a shop worker. In this case, you can see the father looking after his daughter, and you get to see a bit more of Polynesian life.
Carvings, necklaces hats etc
It will not be cheap! Leave a Comment Theme: Local Craft
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 Black Pearl by Helga67
When you shop for your black pearls you can make a better choice if you know what to look for in choosing a quality pearl. The main criteria are size, shape, surface quality, luster and color.
On the website below, you can find more info. Leave a Comment
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There are many pearl farms around the Polynesian lagoons, producing black pearls, from a special oyster found in abundance in this region. The colours of the pearls actually range from pearl white to black and also deep purple, grey and champagne. They are cultured meticulously and used to make various jewellery.
Most tourists do not go all the way to the Polynesian islands to stinge. So black pearls should make very special souvenirs and presents. There are many jewellery shops in and around Le Petit Village at Hauru Point in Moorea.
As for me, French Polynesia was the end of my 1-year trip. My friends and family members certainly DID NOT GET the chance to say, "My daughter / sister / friend went to Tahiti and all she got me was this black pearl necklace." Leave a Comment Theme: Jewelry
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Moorea had a history of vanilla plantation. Many made fortunes from vanilla production during the early 20th-century. However, due to a disease and tourism, the industry died off.
Still, there are some vanilla pods available for sale as souvenirs here. Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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These just crack me up and yes, COCONUT BRAS are for sale in the souvenir stores around Le Petit Village at Hauru Point in Moorea Island. There are even tiny little shells sewn on them.
All together now: EWWWWW…. Leave a Comment Theme: Women's Clothes
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Very Knowledgeable and Friendly
Black Pearls and Tee Shirts.
It's up to you. Leave a Comment Theme: JewelryAddress: MooreaDirections: East side of Cook's Bay.Other Contact: Mon - Sat 09:00 - 18:00
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 Monoi by Helga67
Monoi oil can be used as a moisturizing lotion, a perfume, suntan lotion, mosquito repellent, hairdressing and a massage lotion.
Monoi oil, soaps, shampoos, bath gels and balms can be bought in pharmacies, super markets, hotel boutiques and even in souvenir shops.
Most monoi products are inexpensive. Leave a Comment Theme: Bath and Beauty
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 Local craft by Helga67
More than you would expect Leave a Comment Theme: Local Craft
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