http://www.airtahitinui-usa.com/tahitihotdeal/default.asp In 2009, Carrie and I got a crazy deal on airfare from Los Angeles to New Zealand, which via 3 nights in Tahiti. We had to be willing to fly on certain days and at certain times, but we…
Auckland, New Zealand: First Impressions
We were sad to leave our island relaxation and rest time in Tahiti. We had a wonderful time there. So far in comparison, where Tahiti was nice but expensive; Auckland, New Zealand just seems nice. Getting off the plane and…
Tahiti: What I would have done differently
Knowing what I know now, I would have rented a car on Tahiti. Initially, we planned to only stay on Tahiti for 3 days, and then go to Moorea (another island of French Polynesia which can be accessed by plane…
SCUBA in Tahiti
It seems almost a little foreign to me to say that I’m the one who got to SCUBA dive in Tahiti. Just the whole idea of having been in Tahiti is something that I think will take a while to…
Shaving Your Face Gives You Better Suction
Today is our last day in Tahiti, French Polynesia. We have lots of pictures and some stories to share, but mostly, we’ve spent our 5 days here on the island catching up on sleep and relaxing. Most people seem to…
How Can You Afford To Travel: Eating In Tahiti
Perception Reality The name “Tahiti” brings certain images to mind. Those images might include: Walking on black sand beaches Swimming in clear and calm oceans Watching wildlife and visiting waterfalls in a tropical paradise Trying delicious food in fancy restaurants…
Wait A Minute, You’re Going to Tahiti?
“Wait A Minute, You’re Going to Tahiti? Weren’t you just in Central America?” So started the recent conversation with a family member. Yes, we were in Peru less than two weeks ago, Ecuador 3 weeks ago, and Colombia 5 weeks…