Escorted Sail Out.

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 Rich McClear

After taking more than 10,000 steps walking around Nouméa I went to the Sea View pool to workout in the weightless environment of water. They were getting ready for the sail out party and already playing party music, relentless techno … Continue reading Escorted Sail Out.

Colonial Hangover

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 Rich McClear

The Americans in New Caledonia during the Second World War changed everything. The French created the colony of New Caledonia in the 1850s. They created a penal colony, importing French prisoners to work in the nickel mines and agriculture. That … Continue reading Colonial Hangover

Postcards from the Transition

Postcards from the Transition.

Tag: Noumea

Escorted Sail Out.

Colonial Hangover