Travel in Polynesia

Simply said, Bora Bora is the most beautiful island in the world. Pora Pora - the ancient name, meaning "first born," came from legends describing this as the first island to rise when Taaroa, the supreme god, fished it out of the waters after the mythical creation of Havai'i, now known as Raiatea. Although the first letter "B" does not exist in the Tahitian language, when Captain Cook first heard the name he mistook the softened sound of the Tahitian "P" for "B" and called the island Bola Bola. Truly, the most romantic island in the world. From the dramatic scenery to the privacy ... Read Full Story

Looking for a sexy slip-away spot to celebrate your recent nuptials? These places aren't only high in temperature, they're some of the hottest places in the world to make a getaway, according to the Travel Channel. Starting off the list, they say is Four Seasons Resort Hualalai on the Big Island of Hawaii. Apparently the first-floor rooms have a private outdoor shower - that's pretty hot. The Ultimate Honeymoon Package offered by the resort gives you use of a rental car, one private dinner on the beach and daily breakfast. Also making the top 10 list is the Hyatt Regency Aruba Beach Resort & ... Read Full Story

What is Tahiti ? Tahiti is the largest of the 118 islands and atolls that constitute what is officially known as French Polynesia. The island of Tahiti and the capital city of Papeete are located in the Society Islands, an archipelago that includes the high-rising islands of Moorea, Huahine, Raiatea, Taha'a, and Bora Bora. Other dramatic island groups are the Tuamotu Atolls with the slender coral wreaths of Rangiroa, Manihi, Tikehau, and Fakarava and the Marquesas - with the massive mountains on the islands of Nuku Hiva and Hiva Oa. Read below.... How Long Does It Take to Get There? The islands are located ... Read Full Story

Floating hotels have become something of a trend in recent years -- a trend that well-heeled, novelty-seeking guests can’t get enough of. From over-the-top cities like Dubai to more low-key locales like Bora Bora, hotel groups have extended their interests beyond the ground beneath us; now they’re looking out to sea when considering where to build their next properties. We've tracked down the top 10 floating hotels that have gone up in recent years and clearly people aren’t afraid to go back into the water. Six Senses Soneva Gili, Male, Maldives Home to one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives, Soneva Gili is ... Read Full Story

With its lush forests, untamed landscape and quaint villages, Huahine is Polynesia at its best. A thirty minute flight from the island of Tahiti, Huahine is surrounded by a crystal clear lagoon and at high tide is divided into two islands: Huahine Nui to the north and Huahine Iti to the south. Huahine stands out among the Society Islands for its solitude and quietness more than for its abundance of long and beautiful white sandy beaches and beautiful bays. Although Huahine sees far fewer tourists than Moorea , Bora Bora or Tahiti, it is often considered a favorite of many travelers who have visited ... Read Full Story