Oh, Moorea. Is it any wonder that generations of starry-eyed travelers have dubbed you “The Magic Island?” Even after falling hard for off-the-beaten-path Huahine, your dramatic peaks and valleys, fragrant pineapple fields, and bright blue lagoons still managed to impress….
French Polynesia on a Budget: It’s Easier Than You Think!
It’s the stuff Instagram dreams are made of: a line of luxury overwater villas with private plunge pools, backed by panoramic views of vibrant turquoise lagoons and lush green mountains. But is that the reality of most travelers who visit…
The Ultimate Moorea Travel Guide
The “little sister” of nearby Tahiti, Moorea (properly spelled Mo’orea) is a wonderland of lush tropical landscapes, dramatic mountain peaks, palm-fringed bays, turquoise lagoons, and fragrant pineapple plantations. Moorea’s close proximity to Tahiti—the international hub of French Polynesia—means that it…
Highlights from 10 Days in French Polynesia
French Polynesia—the name alone invokes visions of bright blue lagoons, palm-fringed beaches, lush valleys, frozen tropical cocktails and balmy evening air. Not every paradisal travel destination lives up to the hype, but I’m happy to share that Tahiti and her sister…
