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One of the smartest ways to experience French Polynesia without the price tag
Nine
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August 29, 2025
With its postcard-perfect (and oh-so-remote) location in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, the Islands of Tahiti are never going to be up there with the likes of Bali or Vietnam when it comes to cheap, tropical holidays. But if you're hankering for...
French Polynesia govt reactive Covid-19 response slammed
Pacific News Service
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The French Polynesia government has been blasted and accused for not being proactive enough to avoid the horrors of the latest Covid-19 surge. At least another 38 people in French Polynesia have died of Covid-19 over the weekend as pleas continue...
French Polynesian politicians in first visit for 40 years
Taipei Times
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August 27, 2025
A delegation of French Polynesian politicians is making a first visit to Taiwan in nearly 40 years to boost exchanges, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said yesterday. The seven-member delegation includes Teva Rohfritsch, one of French Polynesia’s...
The best relaxing adults-only, all-inclusive resorts for a kid-free vacation
The Points Guy
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August 28, 2025
Over the last decade, the all-inclusive concept has been embraced and reimagined by some of the world's most luxurious and character-rich hotels. Travelers who would previously flinch at the notion of a one-size-fits-all formula — exemplified by...
First French Polynesian delegation in 40 years visits Taiwan
Focus Taiwan
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August 27, 2025
Taipei, Aug. 27 (CNA) A delegation of French Polynesian politicians is making its first visit to Taiwan in nearly 40 years to boost exchanges, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Wednesday. The seven-member delegation includes Teva...
Can Costco Travel save you money? I dug around and found out
AOL
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You probably already know Costco as the place to score bulk toilet paper and jumbo-sized everything. But here's something that might surprise you: that same membership card could also unlock significant travel savings, though the details matter...
French Polynesia: A Diver's Paradise Beyond Overwater Bungalows
The Travel
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August 20, 2025
I didn’t know it was possible to cry underwater. It was one of the many unexpected experiences French Polynesia left me with. Before the male humpback searching for a mate appeared, I heard the hauntingly beautiful melodies getting louder,...
7 stunning islands to explore in French Polynesia
National Geographic
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Hawaiians revere Tahiti as part of their ancestral homeland, referred to as Kahiki. But with French Polynesia’s capital, Papeete, located more than 2,700 miles south of Hawaii’s capital in Honolulu, the differences when it comes to visiting these...
If you love Hawaii, French Polynesia should be on your radar too
AOL
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Adventurous travelers can summit Mount Otemanu in Bora Bora, one of 118 islands and atolls in French Polynesia. Photograph by Maridav, Alamy Stock PhotoHawaiians revere Tahiti as part of their ancestral homeland, referred to as Kahiki. But with...
Bora Bora – 5 Things to Love About This French Polynesian Paradise
Go World Travel Magazine - Colorado
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August 20, 2025
Mount Otemanu rises above Bora Bora's turquoise lagoon, where palm-fringed beaches offer the perfect tropical escape. Photo by TriggerPhoto from Getty Images Signature via Canva An emerald mountain in the distance snagged docile clouds as I gazed...
8 Tips to Make the Most of a French Polynesia Cruise on Windstar Cruises
Travel Market Report - New York
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After two trips with Windstar Cruises to Tahiti and French Polynesia, first in February 2024 and again in July 2025, TMR’s senior editor Dori Saltzman picked up a few tips and tricks to pass along to travel advisors sending clients to the region....
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia depart French Polynesia for the Cook Islands
Maui Now - Hawaii
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After more than a week of preparing the canoes and waiting for a favorable weather window, the voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia departed Bora Bora yesterday and are now bound for Rarotonga in the Cook Islands. Depending on weather...
'I booked my trip through Costco, and here were the best savings'
Irish Star
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August 29, 2025
Costco isn't just about buying in bulk, it's about the thrill of the steal. Affordability reaches its peak between those store walls, and buying everything jumbo-sized suddenly feels worth it. How many times have you walked in looking to grab just...
Exclusive: Marriott’s Richard Crawford on The Ritz-Carlton Fiji and further expansion
Wayfarer
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August 29, 2025
Marriott International Vice President of Hotel Development for Australia, New Zealand and Pacific, Richard Crawford, spoke exclusively to Wayfarer about this week’s signing of The Ritz-Carlton Fiji, Namuka Bay. How important is this for...
Retire in This Island Country for That 'Permanent Vacation' Feeling
Kiplinger
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August 23, 2025
Editor’s note: This article is part of an ongoing series on retiring abroad. To see all the articles in the series, jump to the end. Fiji is such a dream vacation destination — a place that seems so exotic and ephemeral — that it is difficult to...
A Romantic 10-Night Cruise Through French Polynesia
AFAR
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Full of aquamarine lagoons fringed with coral, blissful white-sand beaches, and enchanting sunsets, French Polynesia is a celebration in and of itself. But there are ways to make a trip to these stunning islands—a dream escape if there ever was...
Exclusive: Marriott’s Richard Crawford talks Fiji Ritz-Carlton deal
Hotel Management
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August 29, 2025
Marriott International Vice President of Hotel Development for Australia, New Zealand and Pacific, Richard Crawford, spoke exclusively to HM about this week’s signing of The Ritz-Carlton Fiji, Namuka Bay. How important is this for Ritz-Carlton’s...
Top 10 Best Luxury Travel Destinations That Never Go Out of Style
Pursuitist
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August 19, 2025
Some places just have it. That indefinable magic that keeps us coming back, year after year. While trendy hotspots might capture the spotlight for a season, there are destinations that never leave the stage—they’re the best of the best in luxury...
Halle Berry, 59, sunbathes in two-toned bikini on Bora Bora birthday vacation
Page Six
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August 19, 2025
Page Six may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Halle Berry slipped into a tiny black-and-white bikini while vacationing in Bora Bora for her 59th...
LOCAL GETAWAYS | Enjoy your holiday on a budget
The Fiji Times
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August 19, 2025
Fiji, though often seen as a luxury destination, can be visited on a budget with the right planning. Whether you’re flying, cruising, or sailing in, there are ways to save at every step. According to fijipocketguide.com, the main thing you need to...