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(incl. overseas regions) (incl. overseas departments) The French Polynesian island groups do not share a common history before the establishment of the French protectorate in 1889. The first French Polynesian islands to be settled by Polynesians were the Marquesas Islands in AD 300 and the Society Islands in AD 800. The Polynesians were organized in petty chieftainships. [3] European discovery began in 1521 when the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan sighted Pukapuka in the Tuamotu Archipelago. Dutchman Jakob Roggeveen discovered Bora Bora in the Society Islands in 1722, and the British explorer Samuel Wallis visited Tahiti in 1767. The French explorer Louis Antoine de Bougainville visited Tahiti in 1768, while the British explorer James Cook visited in 1769. Christian missions began with Spanish priests who stayed in Tahiti for a year from 1774; Protestants from the London Missionary Society settled permanently in Polynesia in 1797. [3][4]
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1. Exotic Getaways are Great For Any Occasion
July 30, 2008
When you want to find an exotic location for your next getaway, you want to choose a place that has everything you need. The best choice in this is an all-inclusive resort where you have amenities extraordinaire at your fingertips. One of the most popular exotic getaways in the world is a vacation on the island of Bora Bora. This is one of the secluded islands of French Polynesia with a famous lagoon. From June to November is the best time of year to book your getaway to this island which has some of the best beaches and dive sites in the world as well as a wealth of marine life.
If you ... (read more)
Author: Ling Tong
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2. Tahiti Cruise and Vacation
July 30, 2008
Tahiti Cruise & Vacation is your online travel agent and guide to Tahiti, the largest and arguably one of the most picturesque patches of land in the southern Pacific Ocean. Tahiti Cruise & Vacation offers quality advice and services tailor-made for tourists planning to visit this Polynesian paradise. In our portfolio, you find specials offers and packages, including honeymoon packages, cruises, hotels and resorts, and various adventurous and leisure activities. Tahiti islands, along with Bora Bora and Moorea, are the most famous islands in the French Polynesian archipelago. In Tahiti, attra... (read more)
Author: Tuanua Degage
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3. 10 Great Places for a Honeymoon
July 22, 2008
Every bride wants her wedding day to be the most special day of her life. It can be a little hectic with all the planning, though. The honeymoon is the perfect time to relax and enjoy each other, and your choice of location should give you the opportunity to do so. Here's ten places that serve lovers best.
1. No mention of romantic getaways could be complete without Paris, France. Known as the most romantic city in the world with its fairy lights and European lifestyle, Paris calls to lovers from around the world. Of course, once you're there, Paris connects easily with some beautiful loc... (read more)
Author: Paul Symonds
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4. Specialty Cruise Destinations: Bora Bora to Sharm El Sheik
June 27, 2008
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Its beauty is almost mythical and you have a front-row seat. It’s an exclusive chartered boat, set off for an adventure through hidden lagoons, past untouched beaches and over coral gardens. Dock on the stunning island of Motu Tapu to explore the tropical beauty and enjoy a restorative Mai Tai. Finish your adventure with a lavish lunch at the exclusive Bora Bora Lagoon Resort and Spa, where you’ll enjoy the music of a local trio and a performance by Tahitian dancers.
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For a truly once in a lifetime experience, go shopping with a pe... (read more)
Author: Sarah Martin
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5. Polynesia with DWVC
May 15, 2008
A trip to French Polynesia is just like a dream come true. French Polynesia is an overseas territory attached to France. Located in the center of the South Pacific Ocean, French Polynesia is halfway between Australia and California in the US. Better known by the name of its main island, Tahiti, French Polynesia is a constellation of about 118 islands and islets, categorized into five archipelagos, such as Society Islands, Austral Islands, Gambier Islands, Marquesas Islands, and Tuamotu Islands.
Each island group has its own significance, and is much famed for its dramatic scenery and uniq... (read more)
Author: Designer Way Vacation Club
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6. TAHITI, One of the Best Destination Wedding or Honeymoon Locations in the World
May 15, 2008
“Now debarking, flight #204, we have arrived in Tahiti in the exotic South Pacific where you will enjoy your Destination Wedding and Honeymoon!” The plane has just landed; you’ve gathered your belongings from the overhead compartment. You’ve checked and double checked your reservation confirmation. You step into the aisle and make your way to the front of the plane. Your heart begins to quicken. Your hair blows gently. As you approach the exit, the anticipation becomes nearly unbearable. You lace your fingers in the hand of your loved one. Then, finally, you step out of the plane and th... (read more)
Author: Phyllis Cheung
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7. Captain Cook and Point Venus, Matavai Bay, Tahiti
December 27, 2007
CAPTAIN COOK AND POINT VENUS – PAPEETE, TAHITI Our little ship reminds them that if they are to make Point Venus today, then they need to set off now. Extricating the anchor from the mud, the hose and scrubber come into use, removing with some vigorous pokes and vigorous strokes, the thick grey goo from the flukes. Snubbed home with the anchor washed down, she turns into the gentle breeze and sails out of harbour on a reciprocal course from her entry just a few days before. A short sail eastward along the breakwater brings her into Matavai Bay proper where she drops anchor in about eight ... (read more)
Author: vincent bossley
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8. The day Diana died - Moorea, French Polynesia
December 21, 2007
THE DAY DIANA DIED – MOOREA, FRENCH POLYNESIA
Carrying out some much needed housework instead of luxuriating in the hammock swinging in the shade of the awning, sees our valiants scrubbing the waterline. Then, onto polishing the stainless steel pulpit and pushpit rails, stanchions, and re caulking some wayward teak decking. During a break and downing a welcome cup of tea our captain is fiddling with the short wave radio trying to pick up Radio New Zealand, which he feels should be in reception range by now. Instead the BBC issues forth in their metallic and clipped tones;
‘She was ... (read more)
Author: vincent bossley
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9. Mutiny to Tahiti and French Polynesia
December 12, 2007
Since the age of explorers Wallis, Bougainville, and Cook, legendary Tahiti has tickled imaginations worldwide. More recently, Tahiti became the most famous Polynesian island of all when Clark Gable (1935), Marlon Brando (1962), and Mel Gibson (1984) played the role of Fletcher Christian in three blockbuster Mutiny on the Bounty films. Even the horrendous French nuclear testing program from 1966-1996 did little to dampen this image.
For the modern traveler, there’s no getting around the fact that French Polynesia is expensive. Bora Bora is easily the most upscale tourist destination in th... (read more)
Author: David Stanley
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10. Exotic French Polynesia
November 15, 2007
French Polynesian culture has been around since 2000 BC; it is one of the oldest surviving cultures in the world today. French Polynesia is made up of 130 islands, although more than half the population lives on Tahiti. The largest city is Papeete, which is also the capital city. The official language of the territory is French, it is the language used in all schools and is spoken widely on Tahiti. Ironically, however, Tahitian, is an official regional language of the Society Islands and is the language that most people speak when at home, although not on Tahiti. English is not a common langua... (read more)
Author: Sandy Cosser
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11. South Seas Anchorage - Rangiroa Atoll, French Polynesia
November 14, 2007
SOUTH SEAS ANCHORAGE – RANGIROA ATOLL, FRENCH POLYNESIA
Bearing down on the Tuamotus, our crew are keeping a sharp lookout ahead. They know now that the first sighting of land is going to be the fronded crown of a palm tree, rooted in the sand of a coral atoll barely above sea level. The expectation of being the first to spy one of these occupies our crew with the formidable fervour of young boys. In the event, a number of these mop tops sluggishly grow out of the southern horizon, bathing in the western afternoon sunlight. Staring at an empty horizon for so long, these rising palms, eage... (read more)
Author: vincent bossley
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12. Basic Facts About Cook Islands
October 02, 2007
An overview of facts about the Cook Islands Scattered across the Pacific Ocean is the Cook Islands, a group of beautiful islands known for their warm, welcoming people and fantastic beaches. Made up of 15 islands, the Cook Islands is a self-governing parliamentary democracy which is in free association with New Zealand. Each of the 15 islands offers a unique experience to its visitors. Tourists interested in going to this side of the Pacific ought to know a few facts about the Cook Islands. Located between Fiji and French Polynesia, the Cook Islands is very different from its neighbo... (read more)
Author: Todd Sarouhan
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