Tahiti & French Polynesia
Holiday ideas
The big chill: embrace or escape
From sun-filled sojourns to log fire retreats, Belinda Jackson reveals the hottest last-minute winter holidays.
South Pacific
In the wake of the Bounty
Jane Archer takes the plunge with a riveting French Polynesia cruise.
French Polynesia
Blokes' own adventure
When every day involves a hunt for your dinner, paradise can be delightfully exhausting, writes Ben Groundwater.
Tahiti
Seven shades of fantasy
Jane Richards swears a mermaid encounter preceded the mai tais, as she recalls Tahiti's magical charms.
Photo galleries
Photos
Dream getaways: over-water bungalows
Does it get any better than staying in your own bungalow over a crystal clear lagoon? Here are some of our favourites around the world.
World's most beautiful island
Bora Bora in the Pacific is often referred to as the most beautiful island in the world.
Travellers Tips
Cheap escapes
Cheap and full of cheer
Rejoice, oh disorganised work slaves! Bargains still abound for those who don't book their summer holidays a year ahead, discovers Belinda Jackson.
Flight test
Flight Test: Air Tahiti Nui
A kiss from attendants starts the French Polynesian vibe of this flight.
