Beautiful Pacific Holidays is a dedicated South Pacific travel agency specializing in Tahiti romantic holidays. We offer great deals and holiday packages from our hand picked french polynesia accommodation selections.
Tahiti romantic holidays are the amongst the most glamourous in the South Pacific. The islands are renowned for their gorgeous overwater bungalows, sitting on stilts above a turquoise lagoon with colourful fish swimming underneath. This type of accommodation conjures up images of a tropical paradise but it comes at a price. The cheapest overwater bungalows cost from Euro 500 per night! If that's out of your budget, then standard beach bungalows and pension style guesthouses offer a cheaper alternative. Never-the-less, a Tahiti holiday whatever standard of accommodation, is going to be more expensive than any of its South Pacific neighbours.
Tahiti Island Tahiti Island offers beautiful mountain scenery but few beaches. The main concentration of resorts is along the sunny west coast a few kilomteres south of Papeete and the international airport and here are some beautifully landscaped beach resorts and lagoons. On the north and south coast of the island are several black sand beaches which have good surfing. Otherwise, beaches are few and far between.
Le Meridien, Tahiti Island Euro € 250 - 650 per couple
Le Meridien Tahiti is set mid way along the west coast of Tahiti near the islands nicest natural beach, although swimming directly infront of the resort is not advisable. With an imposing main reception and stunning mountain views, this is a classical style resort featuring the largest sand pool in French Polynesia.
Moorea
Neighbouring Moorea Island has better beaches although the main attraction of the island is its laid back holiday atmosphere and the scenic twin deep bays of Cook & Opunohu on the north shore. There are picturesque beaches on the east coast along the airport and there's a popular swimming and water activity beach at Hauru Point on the west coast.
Sofitel Resort, Moorea Island Euro € 450 - 910 per couple
Sofitel Resort Moorea is a large resort on the quiet north east coast of Moorea close to the airport. Set on a sweeping beach with adequately deep lagoon and with a beautiful outlook facing Tahiti Island. There are two restaurants, one overlooking a lilly-filled pond, the other directly over the waters edge.
Fare Vai Moana, Moorea Island Euro € 150 - 220 per couple
Set on a picturesque beach on the west coast of Moorea, close to Hibiscus and Tipaniers, with delightful bungalows in a pleasant garden setting. All bungalows feature main bedroom, small hot water bathroom and upstairs mezzanine room with double or two single beds.
Bora Bora
The most scenic beach resorts in French Polynesia are found around gorgeous Bora Bora lagoon, about a 50-minute flight to the west of Tahiti Island. The main island has a lovely swimming beach at Matira Point on the south coast and this is the main concentration of accommodation on the island. There are even more picturesque beaches on the surrounding motu where several luxury resorts can be found.
Bora Bora Nui Resort, Bora Bora Lagoon Euro € 545 - 1,400 per couple
The Bora Bora Nui Resort is set in a secluded spot on the largest motu island at the south western tip of Bora Lagoon. The island faces south into the open ocean and has one of the most picturesque broad fine white sandy beaches in Bora Bora and excellent snorkelling in its fish filled protected lagoon.
Hotel Bora Bora, Bora Bora Island Euro € 360 - 460 per couple
Hotel Bora Bora sits on a secluded point on the main island of Bora Bora with stunning views along the dramatic coastline and over the turquoise lagoon. Spanning three beaches, the spacious grounds offer a romantic tropical setting with excellent snorkelling offshore and easy access to the islands' great activities and day excursions.
Pension Kuiri Village, Maupiti Lagoon Euro € 270 includes meals
Pension Kuiri is a delightful retreat where you can really escape the modern world. Set on the uncommercial lagoon island of Maupiti, this guesthouse has simple hand crafted bungalows, good dining, tranquil beaches, excellent snorkelling and some great sightseeing excursions into villages and around the pretty lagoon.
Tahiti Wedding Information
There are lots of restrictions in getting married in Tahiti, the major one being you have have at least one month residency in French Polynesia before you can get a marriage liscense. Naturally this rules out most foreign couples from getting legally married in Tahiti. Instead, couples get legally married (often at a registrar) in their home country and then have a wedding "ceremony" in Tahiti which makes for a memorable experience. For the "ceremony", no official paperwork is required. Other popular ceremonies include "Renewal of Vows" and anniversary celebrations.
Tahaa Private Island Resort, Tahaa Lagoon Euro € 900 - 1,425 per couple
Tahaa Private Island Resort is without doubt the most exquisite resort in French Polynesia, though a price tag to match. Set on a private motu island on the remote north west lagoon of Tahaa facing the island of Bora Bora, this up-market resort offers fine detail in every aspect.
What You Need for a Legally Binding Marriage Certificate of residency (1 month of residency at least);
Birth certificate for bride and groom (issued within the last 3 months) including translation into French;
Premarital medical certificate for bride and groom (issued within the last 2 months);
Birth certificate of children to be legitimized;
Copy of the notarized marriage contract (foreign born persons);
Customary certificate
Certificate of celibacy
Foreign nationals must post the publication of marriage bans for 10 days with the appropriate authorities at their place of residence and have the witnessing certificate.
