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Tahiti Beach Travel Tips

By Matt Link

Tahitian beaches can be more crowded in July and August, when the weather is driest. Not only do French and European tourists flock to Tahiti at this time, but locals vacation on the outer islands as well.
Time your stay to coincide with a full moon. A bright moonlit stroll on a Tahitian beach, watching the ocean sparkle qualifies as one of the most romantic experiences in the world.
Although Tahiti is covered with excellent beaches, be sure to check out the curving powdery Matira Beach on the southern tip of Bora Bora. Not only is it undeveloped, but it has great snorkeling and views of surrounding isles.
On the island of Tahiti, be aware that most beaches have stunning volcanic black sand that can be very hot to walk or lay on in the bright sunshine.
On the isle of Rangiroa, it's worth the long boat ride to discover the marvelous Pink Sands Beach at a remote corner of the island's lagoon.

Beach Overview: Tahiti, French Polynesia

By Matt Link

Tahiti is one island group within the sprawling 100-plus islands that make up French Polynesia. Tahiti's main island is located in the windward group of the Society Islands and is, confusingly, also named Tahiti. The sophisticated capital of Papeete is home to over 70 percent of the island chain's population. Most travelers touch down and spend time in Papeete or more often head to the well-branded isles of Bora Bora and Moorea. All three destinations have well-developed tourist infrastructures, with a good dose of nature to break up the modernism. Read More

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Radisson Plaza Resort Tahiti

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Papeete Faaa Airport	17.7 map
Moorea Temae Airport	32.9 map
Bora Bora Motu-mute Airport	179.5 map

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