This coming June, Venus will pass directly between the earth and the sun, a rare event that will not take place again until the year 2117. Due to its location in the southern part of the Pacific Ocean, Tahiti is one of the few places in the world where the entire transit will be visible. Here are 3 reasons to watch an exceptionally unique event in an exceptional place!
6 Scenic Overwater Bungalows
One of the most exciting aspects of planning a trip to French Polynesia is sorting through the various lodging options: hotels, beach bungalows, even overwater bungalows. The overwater bungalow stems from the French Polynesian tradition of building grass huts on ironwood stilts. Today, many resorts and spas have taken this traditional dwelling and, in keeping with its cultural integrity, transformed it into a unique lodging option for travelers.
No matter how simple the overwater bungalow, the one guarantee is that you will be surrounded by views you can’t find anywhere else in the world. This particular overwater bungalow, found at the Four Seasons Resort in Bora Bora, boasts a towering mountain panorama in the background.
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3 Reasons the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort Stands Out
Bora Bora is a picturesque island surrounded by a lagoon and outer reef. Travelers lucky enough to see this exotic landscape for themselves have many options available when it comes to food, activities, and lodging, but the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort offers all amenities in one easy package. Here are three reasons to consider the Hilton Bora Bora:
Location, Location, Location – These aren’t just first three rules for buying real estate, they’re also the primary reason for choosing the Hilton Bora Bora. The hotel takes up residence on Motu Toopua, a beautiful islet located in the heart of Bora Bora’s lagoon. Hotel guests can walk up and down white sand beaches while drinking in breathtaking views of Bora Bora.
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5 Fun Facts about Heiva i Tahiti
This May, the 130th celebration of Heiva i Tahiti will kick off, bringing with it the best Tahiti has to offer when it comes to traditional dancing, artistry, and athletic competition. The South Pacific Art Festival is the largest cultural festival of its kind in French Polynesia and will take place in Papeete, Tahiti for the duration of two months. Can’t wait for the festivities to begin? Take a look at these five fun facts about Heiva i Tahiti:
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Reasons to Choose Tahiti Vacation Packages in 2012
Vacation packages offer a fabulous way of experiencing Tahiti—without all the hassle of planning your trip in advance. Most include a flight, hotel, and activities that begin when you arrive. Take a look at some of the key features included in Tahiti vacation packages:
Let’s Fly, Let’s Fly Away—All vacation packages include roundtrip airfare to the island of Tahiti. If other islands are included in the package (and most do have this feature), then inter-island transportation is included as well, either in the form of air travel or, in some cases, a ferry ride to your final destination. With this feature, you can rest assured that your travel itinerary will be mapped out for you—well in advance of your trip.
Tahiti in March | Three Exciting Happenings This March
As the saying goes, March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. But, when it comes to Tahiti in March, there is no lion! This spring, soak up all the lamb-like weather you can get by planning a beautiful and exotic island trip to one of our featured Tahiti resorts. Below are just a few of the activities you can enjoy:
Te Puna o Te Rara’a – 4th edition – Organized by the Te Rara’a Association, this annual fair is an exhibition of art and crafts, including baskets, hats, mats, and fans made by local artists. At this event, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the local culture and even take a piece of it home with you.
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4 Reasons to Consider Couples Retreat Vacation Packages
Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, celebrating an anniversary, or if you just want to get away with your significant other, a couples retreat to Tahiti is definitely something to consider. Tahiti is a tiny island in the South Pacific that has beautiful weather all year round, exotic beaches, and endless amounts of adventures. Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau thought it was a good enough place to set a whole movie, so what would stop you from taking a trip there? If you aren’t convinced yet, take a look at some of the reasons you should consider one of our couples retreat vacation packages.
Planning Your Tahiti Vacation
Tahiti is an exciting place full of unfamiliar culture and unique experiences. We want to help you get started on planning your own adventure to Tahiti. Here are our top five tips to help you plan a great trip to Tahiti.
1. When to Go
Tahiti is one of the few locations that offers warm, tropical weather year round. However, some months tend to be more ideal for vacations than others. There are two seasons in Tahiti: summer (November through April) and winter (May through October). Tahiti weather is warmer and more humid during the summer, with daily high temperatures of about 85° F and lows of 70°F. During this period, Tahiti still averages more sunshine hours than Honolulu. In the winter months, the climate is cooler, with drier air and daily high temperatures of about 82°F and lows of 70°F.
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Valentine’s Day Vacations – Take your Sweetie to Tahiti
February 14th is the most romantic day of the year and Tahiti the most romantic place in the world. Therefore, there is no better way to spend such a special time with the person you love than in a place as beautiful as Tahiti. Why not consider spending Valentine’s Day on a romantic retreat, at an exotic island, with your feet in warm sand, and the sunlight dancing across your face?
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Festivities Happening in Tahiti in February
February is a short but busy month. In Tahiti, this holds exceptionally true. There are many attractions that take place and every week has an event that’s new and different. So if you are considering a trip to Tahiti in February, take the time to look around and enjoy the local culture with some of these exciting festivities.
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