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Moorea, a tiny island next to Tahiti nestled in the heart of French Polynesia, is a diver’s paradise that deserves more attention than it gets. Scuba diving in Moorea is some of the best in the Society Islands, and you’d need to go way further afield — like the Tuamoto Atoll — to find better … Read more
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 if you … 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. I planned most of my trip to French Polynesia to … 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
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
One item on many travelers’ bucket lists is staying in an overwater bungalow! While there are overwater villas all over the world, from the Caribbean to the Maldives to Panama to the South Pacific, the islands of Tahiti have some of the best overwater bungalows in the world. I mean, it shouldn’t come as a … Read more
It’s a sad reality that LGTBQ couples have to think particularly carefully about their travel destinations when it comes to safety. Unfortunately, many otherwise idyllic places can be dangerous for queer people. Many typical ‘resort’ destinations are in countries in which LGBTQ identities or same-sex intimacy are policed and potentially punished. For example, countries like … Read more