Flash News – August 07th, 2013 Dear Partners, Ia Orana ! Tahiti Nui Travel is pleased to bring you in this week’s newsletter the latest updates from the Tourism Industry. NEW in Bora Bora! La Pension Alice & Raphael (Guesthouse) NEW on Tikehau! Hakamanu Lodge, the original Air Tahiti Nui – April - October 2014 Flight Schedule Hotel Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort 4* – 2013 Canoe Breakfast Update Opoa Beach Hotel 3*, Raiatea – New 5-Night Packages THE NEWS NEW in Bora Bora! La Pension Alice & Raphael (Guesthouse) If these names sound familiar to you, it is for a good reason! Alice and Raphael, both very passionate about Polynesia, were in charge of a guesthouse on Bora Bora some years back. Their reputation for hospitality and service-oriented practices is well-deserved. They are now living on the Ome motu, a beautiful and very long motu located just a few minutes away from the airport. Their 1.5 hectare property spans the entire width of the motu, from the lagoon to the ocean, for an experience combining both facets of the islet. On the lagoon side, there is a lovely beach spot with great views of the lagoon and Bora Bora’s mythical Mount Otemanu. The ocean side boasts coral landscapes and a beach that stretches as far as the eyes can see, ideal for long strolls in the fresh ocean air. This small establishment with just 2 units is characterized by its structures made of local wood and built by craftsmen from the island. The guesthouse is the perfect choice for a relaxing vacation in a dream-like setting! Please contact our Marketing department for sales documents, rates and terms. Download EN Pension Alice & Raphael Factsheet Download Pension Alice & Raphael Pics Selection NEW on Tikehau! Hakamanu Lodge, the original Located on a small island, just a 30-minute boat ride from the Tikehau airport, the Hakamanu Lodge guesthouse is the perfect place for an island adventure away from the hustle and bustle of the village. Guests can opt for a traditional room, or try a “Glamping” experience: 3 simple, recent, colorful and comfortable rooms - can sleep up to 3 guests. 3 large luxury tents on a pink sand beach, for a new take on a type of “Glamping”, or Glamorous Camping. Can sleep up to 6 guests. Bathroom, private laundry room and washing machine available for each unit. In addition, the lodge manages its own shrimp farm on the far side of the island. This farm is opens to guests. Other available activities include fishing, kayaking, reef outings, a natural pool... An ideal combination for a successful and delightful exotic stay in the heart of the Tuamotu islands. The owners of the guest house are very familiar with the area and will be very happy to assist guests in any way, throughout their stay. Please note that for safety reasons, the guesthouse cannot accommodate children under the age of 5. Please contact our Marketing department for sales documents, rates and terms. Download EN Pension Hakamanu Lodge Factsheet FOCUS ON Air Tahiti Nui – April - October 2014 Flight Schedule The Polynesian airline company Air Tahiti Nui has released its summer IATA flight schedule for the period from April 1st through October 31st 2014. Here are the new schedules for the following destinations: Paris CDG: 5 flights per week Papeete 07:55 -> Paris 17:05 5 flights per week Paris 19:10 -> Papeete 05:35 In addition, a code share flight with the airline company Air France is also scheduled on Thursday evenings, departing from Tahiti, and on Saturday mornings, departing from Paris. Los Angeles LAX: Papeete -> Los Angeles flights will be either at 07:55 or after 23:00, for a total of 10 flights per week to Los Angeles. During the period between June 9th and August 24th, 4 additional flights will be added to the normal schedule. Los Angeles -> Papeete flights will be departing either in the afternoon at 15:30 (arrival in Papeete at 21:05), or in the evening after 23:00 for an arrival in Tahiti the following morning at 05:05 or 05:35. The arrival of tourists in French Polynesia is expected to be facilitated, thanks to a majority of weekend flights. Auckland AKL: 3 weekly connections: a 07:30 morning flight from Papeete on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays; a flight from Auckland on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 14:35. All of these flights have connections with flights to Australia (from Auckland), or connections with flights to Los Angeles (from Papeete). Two code share flights with Air New Zealand are also available departing from Tahiti on Thursday evenings and on Sundays. Tokyo NRT: There are still 2 weekly Tahiti -> Tokyo flights on Friday and Sunday mornings at 07:30. Departures from Tokyo will however be on Saturdays and Mondays at 16:25, with same day arrivals in Tahiti at 08:50. Click the below link to see the flight schedule for summer 2014 flights. Download Air Tahiti Nui - Flight Schedule April-October 2014 LATEST PRODUCT UPDATES AND NEWS Hotel Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort 4* – 2013 Canoe Breakfast Update Please note that the 2013 rates, valid through March 31st 2014, for the Canoe Breakfast at Hotel Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort 4* have been updated (+11%) and are immediately applicable for all new bookings. Our updated documents are available on request. Located on a beautiful islet 5min by boat from main island, the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort & Spa - last real deluxe traditional Polynesian style hotel of the island, offers a place to luxuriate in the peace and tranquility of the magical surroundings with unsurpassed views on Mount Otemanu. Opoa Beach Hotel 3*, Raiatea – New 5-Night Packages For travelers interested in adventure and exploration, the Opoa Beach Hotel 3* on Raiatea island is introducing a new Authentic Exploration package, specially designed for extended stays. For a 5-night stay for two, the package includes the following services: - Accommodations in a bungalow (several categories available) without meals - Round-trip airport – hotel transfers - 1 floral decoration upon arrival - 1 welcome drink per person - 1 hotel souvenir gift - 1 round-trip transfer to the Oatara motu with a picnic basket for 2 - 1 round-trip transfer to the historic Marae Taputapuatea site for 2 - 1 full-day boat excursion to Tahaa per person including tour of a pearl farm, tour of a vanilla plantation, snorkeling at the coral garden, tour of a fish park and Polynesian lunch. Please contact our Marketing department for sales documents, rates and terms. About TNT | All text & images © 2012 Tahiti Nui Travel. No part of this newsletter may be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher and copyright owner. Read our privacy policy. Please do not reply to this email. Replies to this email can not be responded to or read. 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