Matador's Ultimate Guide to French Polynesia

Pristine blue waters, lush landscapes, and rich Polynesian culture ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [French Polynesia]( Matador's Ultimate Guide to French Polynesia Hi there, French Polynesia is so much more than just a luxurious vacation spot. Spanning 1,200 miles and made up of 118 separate islands in the South Pacific Ocean, this mesmerizing destination offers travelers glimpses of paradise on Earth. Take an adventure beneath crystal-clear waters to discover vibrant coral reefs teeming with captivating marine life in Tahiti, or stay in one of the iconic above-water bungalows in Bora Bora (which were actually invented here). Although lying on picture-perfect white sand beaches all day sounds like a dream, don't miss an opportunity to understand and support the local Polynesian culture too. Explore our guides to plan your idyllic escape among the [lush islands of French Polynesia](. [EXPLORE FRENCH POLYNESIA]( [GuideGeek]( [what to pack]( Before You Go: What to Pack for a 2-Week Trip to Tahiti [PACK LIKE A PRO]( Get Inspired [Moorea]( Forget Bora Bora. The Best Island To Visit in Tahiti Is Moorea. The lesser-visited Moorea offers beautifully hued waters and impossibly white sand, all backed by stunning mountain peaks. [READ MORE]( [Polynesian dancing]( In French Polynesia, Ditch the Jetski and Get to Know the Island’s Indigenous Culture It would be a shame to limit one’s time to cliché attractions when, with little effort and great satisfaction, a traveler can dive into (and support) the Indigenous culture of French Polynesia. [READ MORE]( [Tahiti's main island]( On Tahiti’s Main Island, History, Culture, and Nature Shine Compared to its sister isles, Tahiti gets little respect. But there are plenty of reasons to give the main island a closer look. [READ MORE]( [paddle canoe to bunaglows]( 8 Dreamy Things to Do in Tahiti on Your Tropical Vacation This Year Learn about the art of Tapa and paddle a traditional canoe. [READ MORE]( [Island of Huahine]( Here Are Some Stunning Family-Friendly Islands to Visit in French Polynesia Each of the islands in French Polynesia has its own character and attributes. The only hard part of visiting is choosing where to explore and make a base. [READ MORE]( [Tahiti resort]( 12 Things You Didn't Know About The Islands of Tahiti This is one of the most newly inhabited places on Earth. [READ MORE]( [overwater bungalow]( The Best 8 Overwater Bungalows With See-Through Floors A bucket-list experience for most travelers. [READ MORE]( Nature + Adventure [sharks swimming ]( You Can Swim Through a Terrifying Wall of Sharks in French Polynesia The 35-mile rectangular stretch of coral in the South Pacific is home to a small, 100-yard-wide channel called the South Pass, which for the weeks surrounding the summer solstice is filled with sharks. [READ MORE]( [canoe racing]( On the Water With the World's Most Grueling Outrigger Canoe Race In this race, nearly 100 six-man paddle teams from island nations and beyond gather to put their experience, determination, strength, and will to the test. [READ MORE]( [Bora Bora]( 23 of the Bluest, Clearest Waters on the Planet Bora Bora makes the cut with its clear, turquoise waters. [READ MORE]( Food + Culture [French Polynesian Street Food]( A Tour of French Polynesian Street Food Where to try the best street food snacks on Moorea and Tahiti in French Polynesia, from chow mein sandwiches to mustard wontons and fresh fruit. [READ MORE]( Epic Stays Take the headache out of planning and check out our staff picks for places to stay [Bora Bora places to stay]( [Moorea places to stay]( [Bora Bora places to stay]( [Epic Stays TikTok]( [Open email in your web browser and bookmark for your next trip]( EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH MATADOR — FOLLOW US HERE [Facebook]( [Linkedin]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [TikTok]( [Pinterest]( [X.com]( [Threads](  [Update your email frequency and topic preferences here]( or simply, [unsubscribe](. We'll be here when you need us. Move this email to your primary inbox or add Hello@MatadorNetwork.com as a contact so you never miss an email from us. Copyright © 2024 Matador Network, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Matador Network, PO Box 7775, Suite 40021, San Francisco, CA 94120, United States