This is another in a series of shorter travel stories I’ve been writing called Travel Shorts. Today I’m looking at one of the world’s dreamiest destinations, Tahiti, specifically at great places to stay. TAHITI The main island of Tahiti is home to the major airport and also the capital, Papeete. There are several resorts quite close to the airport, including Te Moana Tahiti Resort. If you drive a little further south, and you definitely should, you’ll come to a circular peninsula called Tahiti Iti. Here you’ll find quiet beaches and family-style places to stay, including Vanira Lodge and Bonjouir Teahupoo Read more
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Tahiti Tourisme is excited to announce the launch of the destination’s global Treasure Every Moment campaign. With a series of cinematic videos translated into six languages, the campaign takes viewers on a dazzling and immersive visit to The Islands of Tahiti, showcasing the destination’s local life, sustainability, an incredible range of activities, and diverse landscapes. The Treasure Every Moment campaign will introduce viewers to a side of The Islands of Tahiti that many haven’t seen, beyond the overwater bungalows of Bora Bora and into the heart of the destination. Whilst romance, exceptional hotels, and crystal clear waters remain in abundance Read more
Tahiti opens for visitors on Wednesday, July 15. With that in mind I’m re-posting this blog on the tranquil island of Raiatea from earlier this year. RAIATEA – A quick afternoon rainstorm had ended, and it was getting close to the golden hour; that time of day that photographers adore for its soft light. I was staying at a family run lodge/hotel called Fare Vai Nui on the west coast of this beautiful, quiet island, which is about a 40-minute flight from Tahiti island. They have free bikes you can use and I wanted to see a bit of the Read more
