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If you’re planning to visit Moorea, get ready to have your mind blown. It has the most brilliant turquoise-blue waters I’ve ever seen (and I’ve been to the Maldives!) as well as some of the best coral reefs I’ve had the privilege to dive and snorkel in. That said, Moorea is not the most straightforward … Read more
If you’re trying to pick between Tahiti or Moorea, it’s not an easy decision to make. In fact, we couldn’t decide so we just visited both! The good news is that no matter which one you choose, you’ll have a fantastic time: it’s hard to go wrong with any of the islands of Tahiti, frankly. … Read more
Humpback whales singing, turquoise water lapping at beautiful white sand beaches, freshly-juiced fragrant pineapple… These are just a few of the sights, smells, and sounds you’ll find on the island of Moorea, French Polynesia’s so-called “Magical Island”. Tahiti’s sister island, Moorea is extremely easy to get to — there’s no flight necessary, unlike places like … Read more
Colorful coral reefs visible through shallow waters, tropical fish darting in and out of protected coral gardens, rays and reef sharks swimming in water so clear you can see it from the boat: these are some of the things you’ll see while snorkeling in Moorea. While I planned most of my trip to Moorea to … Read more
Two groups of paradisiacal islands located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, rich with Polynesian culture, beautiful beaches, and marine life: how’s a person to choose? I’ve been to Hawaii more times than I can count, and I recently returned from a trip to French Polynesia, where I visited Tahiti and Moorea. I loved … Read more
Swaying palm fronds, teal and azure waters, a kaleidoscope of marine life below the surface… You almost don’t need any souvenirs from Tahiti because this place is so special it imprints itself on your mind forever! That said, some physical reminders of Tahiti’s magic and beauty never hurt. After spending 10 days in Tahiti and … Read more
Many people think of French Polynesia and their minds immediately go to honeymoons in an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora, but there’s so much to Tahiti than just that! Tahiti is the largest island of French Polynesia and it has just a little bit of everything that French Polynesia has to offer — so much … Read more
Obsidian black sand beaches, hundred-foot tall waterfalls, canopy-covered mountain peaks: there’s no shortage of beauty on the island of Tahiti. … And that’s not counting Tahiti’s pristine coral reefs and the amazing variety of marine life they shelter. While many people skip over Tahiti in favor of more popular islands of Tahiti such as Bora … Read more
Jet black sand beaches, towering rugged waterfalls, jagged peaks covered in emerald green flora: the landscape of Tahiti looks like something out of Jurassic Park. Taking a road trip around the island of Tahiti is one of the best ways to see as much of the island’s beauty as you can and tackle all of … Read more