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Tahiti Iti has all the pristine wilderness appeal of French Polynesia’s outer islands.

This year’s most beautiful Olympic venue is 15,000 kilometres from Paris

There’s a smaller version of this French paradise that offers glimpses of what the original island nation was like.

  • by Craig Tansley
Joao Chianca, of Brazil, in the barrel at Teahupo’o, Tahiti, on a training day ahead the 2024 Summer Olympics surfing.

Barrels and bikinis: Why surf holidays aren’t just for surfers

I’m a bit of a willing hostage to the surf and whether there’s good, uncrowded surf in a destination often colours our choice of holiday.

  • by Lee Tulloch
Prepare for queues to move at a glacial pace.

This might be a five-star paradise, but its airport is a dismal one star

The queues are long and sweaty, the toilets are broken and the best thing about it is the view while taking off.

  • by Brian Johnston
Papeete is more than just a gateway to French Polynesia’s other islands.

Nine things that will surprise you in paradise’s overlooked capital

Tahiti is often viewed merely as a gateway to the surrounding picture-perfect islands, but in Papeete you’ll find surprises around every corner.

  • by Katrina Lobley
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The one bargain you must buy when you visit paradise

A precious memento of paradise in Tahiti doesn’t have to cost the earth.

  • by Julie Miller
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In the Society Islands beauty pageant, Moorea steals the spotlight.

French Polynesia island hopping small cruise: Ban on big ships makes paradise even better

Smaller cruise ships, fewer visitors, more places to stay. Tahiti and the magic of Bora Bora are back, with a new emphasis on sustainability.

  • by Julie Miller
Surfer's view inside a breaking wave with lush green mountain backdrop in Tahiti.

Best things to see, do and eat in Tahiti: Expert expat travel tips

Tahiti has an abundance of beauty and fresh food - but one local delicacy takes some getting used to.

  • by Belinda Jackson
Creme brulee.

Where to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner in Papeete, Tahiti

Tahitian cuisine makes the most of local fresh fish and vanilla.

  • by Julietta Jameson
The Viking Sun ship near Bora Bora, Society Islands, French Polynesia.

Viking Sun, cruise around Tahiti: A lesson in all things Scandi

Embrace your inner Scandinavian on a cruise through French Polynesia. It's time to embrace your inner Scandinavian.

  • by Anthony Dennis
An aerial view of Bora Bora in French Polynesia.

Tahiti, Bora Bora: French Polynesia to New Zealand cruise includes Conrad Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort

The legendary island paradise passes the authenticity test with flying colours - make that azure.

  • by Anthony Dennis