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When you think of Tahiti, you envision turquoise blue waters, seclusion, and luxury. Picture tropical landscapes with crystal-clear azure lagoons, surrounded by soaring volcanic peaks; of love and romance; of gentle goddesses and fierce warriors, it is the stuff of dreams and legends.

Early explorers returned home boasting they had discovered heaven on earth. Tahiti reminds us that life is short and there is a world of beauty and tranquility waiting to be discovered. It's a truly magical place, guaranteed to steal a piece of your heart. Marlon Brando loved it so much that he bought his own private atoll, Tetiaroa. By 2008, you could enjoy this piece of luxury with a 35-villa eco-resort aptly named “The Brando.”

With an average yearly temperature of 26 degrees Celsius, Tahiti is a year-round destination. Accommodation ranges from five-star luxury resorts to family-run 'Bed and Breakfast' style pensions, catering to all budgets.

For those who enjoy island hopping, cruising is the ideal way to explore. From large ocean liners to super-yachts and private sailing charters, you only need to unpack once and let someone else move the scenery for you.

Tahiti has been captivating honeymooners, romantics, adventurers, and holidaymakers for years. Both land and sea activities are abundant and include diving, sailing, windsurfing, swimming with dolphins and stingrays, shark feeding, 4-wheel drive adventures, horseback riding, jeep safaris, and a round of golf on the majestic Atimaono golf course near Tahiti’s remote and unspoiled peninsula. Tahiti & Her Islands are also home to some of the best surf breaks in the world, hosting events like the Billabong Pro Surf tour.

Papeete, the capital of Tahiti and the largest of the 118 islands and atolls that make up French Polynesia, is your starting point. The city boasts fabulous restaurants, markets, and a lively nightlife. A must-do in Papeete is dining at a colourful roulotte (food wagon) lining the harbour every evening, serving an amazing array of affordable French and international cuisine. Don't miss the public market “Le Marché,” filled with hundreds of stalls offering traditional Tahitian crafts.

Moorea is located 17 kilometres northwest of Papeete—a short 10-minute flight or a 30-minute ferry ride away. Its breathtaking scenery and magnificent volcanic mountains covered in lush greenery are unforgettable.

Prepare to fall in love with Bora Bora at first sight, lying 259 kilometres northwest of Tahiti in the Leeward Society Islands. This paradise must be seen to be believed.

Tahiti is a truly special place, where you can mix a bit of French chic with South Pacific charm.

For more information on your next (or first) trip to Tahiti, reach out to one of our experienced Travel Advisors and they'll have you on your way in no time.