Library of links to South Pacific Cruises and Ports of Call, including Tahiti and French Polynesia
A great name for an exotic tropical paradise. Bora Bora lives up to its name!
Bora Bora is a picture-perfect island near Tahiti in the Society Island chain of the South Pacific. Cruise travelers visiting Bora Bora can find many things to do, and a 4 x 4 wheel drive ride into the back country of the island will provide some spectacular views of Bora Bora.
Moorea is just a few miles from Tahiti, and the French Polynesian island is truly magnificent. Cruises to the South Pacific often include a day on the island of Moorea.
Mega-five-page article on our adventure on the Aranui 3. This passenger freighter sails 16 times a year from Tahiti to the remote Marquesas Islands of French Polynesia. If you love the tropics, have a sense of adventure, and don't need to be constantly pampered, then you might enjoy this trip. We certainly did!
Raiatea is one of the Society Islands in the South Pacific near Tahiti. Cruise ships sailing French Polynesia and the South Pacific often include a day (or more) on Raiatea.
Join the About Cruises guide on a wonderful cruise to Tahiti and French Polynesia on the Renaissance cruise ship the R3, now called the Tahitian Princess.
Huahine is one of the quieter of the Society Islands, and cruise ships sailing from Tahiti often include a day on Huahine. It's a refreshing, quieter island than bustling Papeete, Tahiti.
The bays at Moorea provide a spectacular backdrop for the beautiful R3. Our focus is on water activities and we have a great time on this much-photographed island.
If you're planning a cruise to Tahiti on the Renaissance R3 or R4 (Tahitian Princess), here's some info about your last day in paradise and disembarkation.
If you're planning a cruise to paradise on the R3 or R4, here's some details about your last day on the ship and disembarkation.
Black pearls are one of the main "crops" in Tahiti and French Polynesia. I've always loved pearls and found this shore excursion to be very fascinating.
If you are planning a cruise or dreaming of a cruise, pictures can paint a good story of a cruise experience. These photos we made in French Polynesia demonstrate the beauty of the area and the adventure we had on the Aranui 3 passenger freighter.
Hundreds of pictures that the About Cruises guide took while on a cruise on the Renaissance R3 to Tahiti and French Polynesia.
Pictures of Hanavave Bay on the French Polynesian island of Fatu Hiva in the Marquesas
Photos from a day ashore in Madang, Papua New Guinea, which included a visit to the BilBil village and snorkeling at Pig Island
Photos of Saipan taken on a day ashore from the Regent Seven Seas Voyager cruise ship, which was in Saipan for a day while enroute from Sydney to Shanghai
Photos of Iwo Jima, Japan taken on a Seven Seas Voyager cruise from Sydney to Shanghai. The Seven Seas Voyager commemorated the battle of Iwo Jima with an onboard ceremony.
Jill and Rick Benwell made these photos while on a cruise on the new Pacific Princess from Sydney to the South Pacific.
Cruise reviews from the South Pacific and Tahiti.
Comprehensive description of a cruise to Tahiti and French Polynesia on the Renaissance R3.
A quick one stop guide to the islands of the South Pacific with factsheets, maps and basic travel information. From the About Guide to Hawaii and the South Pacific.
Geography and Map of French Polynesia from the About Guide to Geography.
This activity is a little strenuous for me, but some of you may be up to adding surfing to your list of "things to do" in Tahiti. From your About Guide to Surfing and Bodyboarding.
The freighter Aranui is operated by Compagnie Polynesienne de Transporte Maritime and offers cruises among the islands of French Polynesia. The 16-day trip includes stopovers in the Marquesas and Tuamotu islands.
Official Web site of Tahiti tourism in North America. Lots of information and some wonderful photos that will be useful for planning a trip to French Polynesia, including a list of North American travel agents specializing in travel to the region.
U.S. State Department Official information on French Polynesia. Always a "must" read before traveling.
Tips for making reservations for French Polynesia. Travel packages and general information on Tahiti.
Just what the title promises--general information on time zones, health certification, entry requirements, marriage formalities, medical care, and more.
Photos taken by the Pengellys while on a cruise on the Renaissance R4 to Tahiti and French Polynesia.
The diving in Tahiti is spectacular. This company will help you plan your dive and books trips for different skill levels.
Part of the Lonely Planet series of travel guides. Excellent information to help you plan your trip to the South Seas.
Things to do and see while in Moorea.
Ever thought you'd want to stay in Paradise forever. This woman actually did, and this is her story.
Guide to Oceania and the South Pacific created and maintained by people living and working in this region.
General travel information and some great pictures.
Some answers to frequently asked questions about the South Pacific.
If you are visiting French Polynesia and your cruise ship ports at Tahaa or Raiatea, you might want to take this day trip around Tahaa. It sounds like an idyllic day--a visit to a pearl farm and a vanilla farm, snorkeling, lunch at a Motu, and a cruise all around Tahaa.
A little of everything for anyone interested in Tahiti. Site includes travel information, news, and even some suggested Tahitian names.
Travel agency based in Papeete, Tahiti since 1965.
Check out this comprehensive review with numerous pictures of French Polynesia. Alan and Sandy Hull sailed for 10 days on the Renaissance R3.
Lots of basic tourism information about Tahiti and the rest of the islands in French Polynesia.
