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Discover TAHITI & her Islands Verdant mountains rising up from turquoise, coral-fringed lagoons, French chic and a touch of luxury make Tahiti irresistible. What we often simply call Tahiti is really five archipelagos known as French Polynesia. Tahiti is the largest of islands which also include the drop dead gorgeous islands of Moorea and Bora Bora. Each of these islands has a rugged volcanic heart abounding in forests and waterfalls. It is where the land meets the sea however that creates the real magic on Tahiti and her sister islands. Coral reefs, alive with marine life, protect shallow, impossibly blue lagoons - perfect places for swimming, watersports or simply admiring from an idyllic stretch of beach. Bora Bora is also synonymous with overwater bungalows. Imagine being able to wake up in luxury and then go swimming straight from one’s own deck. You might even have breakfast delivered by canoe. 7 night holiday $ per person share twin from 1999 INCLUDES: Return Economy Class airfares flying Air Tahiti Nui from Auckland to Papeete • Accommodation as specified • Return land transfers • Return catamaran transfers to Moorea for Moorea Packages • Return Air Tahiti flights from Papeete to Bora Bora for Bora Bora Packages • 1 night pre and 1 night post accommodation in Papeete as specified for Moorea and Bora Bora Packages © Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa SALES: 09 Jul 13-31 Mar 14 Tahiti Papeete, the capital and it’s international gateway is on the island of Tahiti. Even if you are visiting other islands, you’ll need to spend at least a night or two in Papeete en route. Papeete is full of life and colour and a perfect introduction to the islands’ unique fusion of French flair and exotic Polynesia. Stroll through Le Marche to see a mouth-watering array of tropical fruits, along with flower leis, and handcrafts. At nightfall head for the waterfront and the famed Roulottes – mobile restaurants cooking delectable meals. People-watching is part of the fun here too. To explore the island join the Tahitians on Le Truck. These brightly decorated vehicles are all around. Simply Hotel Tahiti Nui Manava Suite Resort Tahiti flag one down and pay when you hop off. Le Royal Tahitien 30 MINUTES This modern and centrally located hotel is perfect for those The guest rooms at Manava Suite Resort reflect authentic HIGH SPEED FERRY RIDE Radisson Plaza wanting to be in downtown Papeete, you’re only a few Polynesian décor, whilst offering contemporary amenities TO MOOREA Hotel Tahiti Nui Resort Tahiti minutes to the central markets and shops. and the comforts of home. Mahina Hotel Tiare Tahiti Papenoo Papeete 7 NIGHT HOLIDAY 7 NIGHT HOLIDAY Faa’a Standard Room - Street View TWIN Standard Room TWIN Hitia InterContinental 11 Jul-11 Sep, 03-30 Oct, 11 Jul-11 Sep, 03-30 Oct, Tahiti Resort Punaauia N 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $1999 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2099 Tahiti Faaone Manava Suite Resort W E Junior Suite 1 Bedroom Lagoon Suite Aggie Grey’s Taravao S 11 Jul-11 Sep, 03-30 Oct, 11 Jul-11 Sep, 03-30 Oct, Le Meridien Paea 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2315 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2635 Tahiti Papara Papeari Afaahitii Tautira Vairao Teahupoo INCLUDES A half day island tour per person Must Dos in Tahiti Eat at the local food vans, "Roulottes", located at the waterfront in downtown Papeete Venture down the stunning west coast to Teahupoo and see "the wave" InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa Aggie Grey’s Le Meridien Tahiti Visit the Marae Arahuru to discover a Close to the airport, you will be settled and unpacked in no Enjoy the quiet and relaxed atmosphere that this beautifully mythical Polynesian past time at all. This Polynesian style resort has been a longtime landscaped resort provides. Feel the sand between your toes favourite for many travellers. in the sand bottomed pool! Mix with the locals in the Paofai 7 NIGHT HOLIDAY 7 NIGHT HOLIDAY Standard Room TWIN Garden View Room TWIN Gardens and watch the local Vaa’a 11 Jul-11 Sep & 03-30 Oct 13 $2379 11 Jul-11 Sep, 03-30 Oct, outrigger canoeists training in the lagoon 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2325 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2439 Panoramic View Room Panoramic Ocean Front Room 11 Jul-11 Sep & 03-30 Oct 13 $2939 11 Jul-11 Sep, 03-30 Oct, Enjoy a sunset cocktail at the Pink 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2855 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2879 Coconut bar at Marina Taina, with gorgeous views across to Moorea INCLUDES American breakfast daily Moorea Jagged, improbably steep peaks form the backbone of spectacular Moorea, just a 10-minute flight or a 30 minute boat ride from Papeete. Its deeply incised bays, Cook’s and Oponohu, are breathtakingly beautiful and its vast lagoon is teeming with life. Moorea’s tranquil lifestyle makes falling into island time effortless. Hire a car or bike and travel one of the most stunning coastal roads in the world past deserted beaches, pineapple plantations and tiny villages. The lagoon is ideal for a multitude of watersports but one of the most enthralling activities is to meet Moorea’s friendly manta rays InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa or even try shark feeding! On the north coast of the island, InterContinental Moorea A charming boutique resort, Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa is an Hilton Moorea Lagoon Hilton Resort & Spa is located between the mountains and lagoon, ideal destination for families and honeymooners alike with a Resort & Spa Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa Moorea PearlMoorea Pearl close to shops and restaurants. range of accommodation to suit all. InterContinental InterContinental Resort & Spa Resort & Spa Resort & Spa Resort & Spa Moorea Moorea Maharepa 7 NIGHT HOLIDAY 7 NIGHT HOLIDAY Hotel Les Tipaniers Papetoai Temae Sotel Moorea Ia Ora TWIN TWIN Maharepa Beach Resort Lanai Room Garden View Room Hotel Les Tipaniers Hotel Hibiscus Paopao Papetoai Temae VaiareSotel Moorea Ia Ora Legends Resort Beach Resort Hotel Hibiscus Paopao 30 MINUTES 11 Jul-11 Sep & 03-30 Oct 13 $2895 11 Jul-11 Sep & 03-30 Oct 13 $2815 Moorea Moorea HIGH SPEED Vaiare Afareaitu FERRY RIDE Haapiti FROM TAHITI 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2489 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2579 Legends Resort 30 MINUTES Moorea Moorea Maatea HIGH SPEEDN Overwater Junior Suite Bungalow Overwater Bungalow Afareaitu FERRYW RIDEE Haapiti FROM STAHITI 11 Jul-11 Sep & 03-30 Oct 13 $3335 11 Jul-11 Sep & 03-30 Oct 13 $4175 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $3119 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $3739 Maatea N W E Based on 5 nights InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa and 1 night pre and 1 night Based on 5 nights Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa and 1 night pre and 1 night post at S post at InterContinental Tahiti Resort in a Standard Room Manava Suite Resort Tahiti in a Standard Room American breakfast and 3 course set menu dinner daily American breakfast daily INCLUDES INCLUDES during your stay at Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa Must Dos in Moorea Enjoy a freshly squeezed pineapple juice straight from the plantation Feed the reef sharks in the lagoon and experience a “kiss” from a stingray Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa Taste a Tiare flower flavoured ice Set on a turquoise lagoon, Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Located between the bays of Cook’s and Oponohu, set cream at the Agricultural College Resort blends modern facilities with traditional architecture against a stunning mountain backdrop – a perfect retreat for to create a uniquely Polynesian experience. couples and families. 7 NIGHT HOLIDAY Wind your way up the Belvedere 7 NIGHT HOLIDAY TWIN TWIN Superior Garden Bungalow Garden Pool Bungalow lookout for magnificent views of the 11 Jul-11 Sep & 03-30 Oct 13 $3215 03-30 Oct 13 $2915 mountains, bays and lagoon 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $2599 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $3005 Superior Overwater Bungalow Overwater Bungalow 03-30 Oct 13 $3515 11 Jul-11 Sep & 03-30 Oct 13 $4135 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $3185 03 Nov-14 Dec 13 & 16 Jan-29 Mar 14 $3775 Cycle around the island and discover your own private piece of paradise... Based on 5 nights Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort and 1 night pre and 1 night Based on 5 nights Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa and 1 night pre and 1 night it’s only 60km or hire a scooter! post at Hotel Tahiti Nui in a Deluxe Room post at Manava Suite Resort Tahiti Nui in a Standard Room INCLUDES American breakfast daily during your stay at Sofitel Moorea INCLUDES American breakfast daily during your stay at Hilton Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort Lagoon Resort & Spa © Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach Resort SALES: 09 Jul 13-31 Mar 14 Bora Bora The Pearl of the Pacific with one of the most beautiful lagoons in the world, Bora Bora is a true island fantasy. Not surprisingly this jaw-dropping scenery has also made Bora Bora a haven for the world’s glitterati who saviour its charms from the ultimate in luxury hotels. This was the birthplace of the overwater bungalow and Bora Bora has continued to develop this out-of-this-world style of accommodation to new levels with glass floors under which tropical fish swim and breakfasts delivered by outrigger canoe.
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