Vacation the easy way.
So, maybe you are wondering — where in the world can you find overwater bungalow accommodations? The “True” Overwater Bungalow French Polynesia (Tahiti) is perhaps the most famous destination offering overwater bungalows, and of these islands Bora Bora tops the list. Here you’ll find pontoons with multiple thatched-roof bungalows sitting on crystal clear, super-calm lagoon waters. The Tahitian islands offering[…]
Read moreBucket list (def.) – a popular way to indicate the places to see and things to do before you die. Some people’s bucket lists are more extensive than others. If your bucket list includes the obscure, out of the way, rarely-visited destination gems, consider adding Tikehau. Tikehau is a small Tuamotu atoll in French Polynesia, located just west of the[…]
Read moreHere’s a delightful recipe from the folks at Tahiti Tourisme – baked papaya… Ingredients: 3 Papayas 3 Vanilla Beans 6 Tablespoons sugar 6 Tablespoons Rum 1 Grated Coconut Butter Cut the papayas in half and remove the seeds Place them in an ovenproof dish. In each papaya, pour: 1 pat butter 1/2 Vanilla Bean 1 Tblespoon sugar 1 Tblespoon Rum[…]
Read moreThinking about going to Moorea? Here are the top ten things to do in Moorea on your next vacation: Rent a moped or car (most resorts have a rental desk onsite) and tour the island. You can’t get lost. Swim with the dolphins, located at the Intercontinental Moorea Resort. Go to the dance show and luau-style dinner at the Tiki[…]
Read moreThis morning as I was perusing my usual assortment of emails, I came across a flash deal from a third party for the Legends Moorea in Tahiti, along with an enticing picture of an overwater bungalow. Problem is, this resort does NOT have overwater bungalows. Furthermore, it looked like Mt. Otemanu in the background, which would mean this picture isn’t[…]
Read moreOkay, some of us enjoy scuba diving, but so long as it isn’t overly physically challenging or dangerous. Here’s a great list of dive spots that will give you the thrill without the chill 🙂 Cozumel Mexico (recommended resort: Iberostar Cozumel) Moorea Tahiti (recommended resort: Hilton Moorea Resort) Turks and Caicos Caribbean (recommended resort: Beaches Turks & Caicos) Nassau Bahamas[…]
Read moreAn atoll island in French Polynesia, Rangiroa is best known for its amazing lagoon and drift diving. However, the last year Rangiroa has been without any decent accommodations, since the Hotel Kia Ora closed for a complete rennovation. But yay, good news! The Hotel Kia Ora is scheduled to open on time — September 2011. Bungalows and public buildings were[…]
Read moreBora Bora Pearl Resort sits on a motu island facing the picturesque island of Bora Bora in French Polynesia. This gem of a resort is characteristically Polynesian in style and offers bungalows over the water, along the beach, and among the gardens. The bungalows are thatch-roofed, spacious, and feature woodwork and touches unique to the Tahitian culture. Don’t worry, you won’t be roughing[…]
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