Tahiti Vacations - An exotic tropical paradise

Tahiti Vacations

Inspiring the likes of painter Paul Gauguin and author Herman Melville, Tahiti is often referred to by many as the Isle of Love. Palm fringed beaches, azure waters, verdant tree covered peaks and crystal clear lagoons, all make Tahiti a true vacation paradise. Part of the Society Islands, Tahiti is also the largest island in French Polynesia. Exotic and beautiful, Tahiti offers tourists an incredible getaway to vacation in.

The most important island in the country as it is home to the capital Papeete and the only international airport in French Polynesia, Tahiti today is modern and buzzing with all the perks and advantages of city life. Offering a unique blend of modernity and primitiveness, Tahiti makes for an exciting vacation destination.

Tahiti Vacations in Papeete

While your vacations in Tahiti, you can enjoy a whole host of activities ranging from surfing and diving to hiking and sailing. For those who are more adventurous, you can explore the interior regions of the island which are a lush, green and rugged, with a number of soaring peaks and gorgeous valleys. Wild and uninhabited, this part of the island is ideal for those who want a more natural vacation.

If you are a creature of modern comforts, then the capital Papeete has it all. Fantastic resorts, top notch hotel, budget accommodations, excellent restaurants, a throbbing nightlife, lively bars and an effusive waterfront, all make this city the Las Vegas of the Pacific. From championships golf courses to horseback riding, tennis, and a wealth of museums and art galleries to discover, Papeete has plenty to offer. The perfect place if your Tahiti vacation includes music, dancing and a whole lot of fun; this city is the spot to head for if you are looking to have a good time. Casinos, cinemas, Polynesian dance performances and plenty of shopping, all add to excitement of vacationing here.

Tahiti Vacations outside Papeete

Outside Papeete, there is plenty more of Tahiti to see as well. Papenoo is a popular surf break along the northern coast, while along the southern coast of the Tahiti is the Jardin Botanique and the Gauguin Museum. Located just outside Papeete is the Museum of Tahiti and its Islands, which is a great place to discover the rich history and culture of French Polynesia.