French Polynesia

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Aerial view of Bora Bora with Mount Otemanu, Mount Pahia , and the surrounding motus, taken from a helicopter in September 2012.

Aerial view of Bora Bora with Mount Otemanu, Mount Pahia , and the surrounding motus, taken from a helicopter in September 2012.

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Sculpted by sky-piercing, moss-green peaks and lined with vivid turquoise lagoons, sultry French Polynesia is a place to take it slow and experience warm, laid-back island culture.

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Best Things to Do

If you're visiting French Polynesia, these five spots – offering scuba, swimming, wildlife and more – are imperative for an unforgettable experience.


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Things to Know

A visit to French Polynesia will get a bit easier as the island nation relaxes some of its COVID-19 entry requirements


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Money and Costs

There's no need to remortgage the house to visit Tahiti & French Polynesia. Here's how to explore this slice of paradise in the Pacific on a budget.


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