Our second day in Tahiti we took the 10 minute flight to Moorea. The airport in Tahiti has a domestic area that is very small for flights to Moorea. Air Moorea and Air Tahiti are the same plane. Each plane only seats 10 people. My husband turned to me and asked if I knew it was this small. I asked if he wanted to pass on the trip. Enought said, we got on board. There is a 45 minute ferry you can take if you are at all fearful of small planes.

The volcanic peaks, reflected in the tranquil waters of Cook's Bay and Opunohu Bay, rise like a shark's jaw from the island's basaltic base. The mountain slopes are covered with pineapple plantations, and white sand beaches border crystalline lagoons. After only a few days, you will discover that Moorea has filled you with peace, delight and a wonderful sense of happiness.

Albert transfer met us at the airport and took us to the Moorea Pearl Resort. I have met Albert on previous visits to Moorea. He practically owns the island. Everyone you meet is related to him. Across the street from the Pearl is a rental car company (Albert's). If you feel you want to see the island just rent for the day.

The Moorea Pearl Resort has the overwater bungalows, garden bungalows with plunge pool and regular hotel rooms. It is the only resort that allows 4 people in one room (their family rooms). I would recommend the overwater bungalows although they may not be as private as some on other islands.

There is a very small beach in front of the hotel and a nice pool area. Chairs are hard to get a peak time but the pool is comfortably warm. I didn't care for the view of overwater bungalows instead of the open water from the pool.

The resort does offer complimentary shuttle to most Restaurants, I found the meals at this hotel to be very expensive. Venture out to lunch or dinner. There is a grocery store within walking distance to pick up some goodies. There is also a patisserie where you can buy fresh crescents and coffee for about $12 USD.