
02/04/2026
March 2026, The Times (UK) published an article about the Aranui and the Marquesas islands, by Lauren Jarvis
The Times published an article about the Aranui 5 and the Marquesas islands
In March 2026, The Times published an article about the Aranui 5, written by Lauren Jarvis. She describes Aranui's immersive journey off the beaten track, combining authentic cultural encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and meaningful connections with local communities. Read the full article here.
Extract:
"Jack Irwin, an 85-year-old American, is on his ninth Aranui voyage. “The islanders are modernising slowly, offering more arts, cultural tours and activities for visitors,” he says. Irwin made his first trip on the Aranui 3 in 2003. “Some of the crew I met during that voyage are still with the company. I love how warm and accepting the locals are. Each island is different, but each one is special.."

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