It seems that today I am the only tourist on Manihi. The Island is very small but they kiss each other many times every day. I as a guest also have my daily allowance, which is very pleasant, because local ladies are very pretty 🙂
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Today I must say goodbye to Manihi because another freighter is already waiting for me in Motu Uta port in Papeete. I fly there. Mr Petero took me by boat to the next motu and then his daughter delivered me by car to the deserted airstrip. Twice a week little turbo- prop plane is arriving here to colect passengers, going to Papeete . Today there were only 6 of us… Charming lady at the plane checked my boarding pass and gave me a kiss. Is there another airport where they practice such a custom? Departing guests or family members often receive hei made of flowers. Just look at the picture… Bye-bye lovely Manihi!
