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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 Overwater Bungalow Resorts


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.

Intercontinental Hotel, Tahiti Island
Euro € 267 - 947 per couple

Intercontinental Tahiti is a delightful oceanfront resort on the west coast of Tahiti with a pretty artificial beach setting and lagoonarium. There's one huge swimming pool in front of the hotel and another smaller pool fronting the ocean. The hotel boasts one of the best Polynesian dance performances in French Polynesia.

Le Meridien, Tahiti Island
Euro € 254 - 755 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.

Hilton Hotel, Moorea Island
Euro € 456 - 849 per couple

The Hilton Moorea offers the most picturesque setting of all the resorts on Moorea with an attractive beach setting and placid turquoise lagoon in front of its imposing Polynesian style restaurant and main reception area. The resort is located on the north coast of Moorea with a myriad of overwater bungalows.

Pearl Resort, Moorea Island
Euro € 345 - 809 per couple

Pearl Resort Moorea is located on a small beach on the north coast of Moorea, backed by mountains and offering exceptionally presented bungalows and rooms. The Polynesian style reception leads down to an infinity swimming pool backing right onto the ocean. Water sports are plenty and there's a small Spa.

Fare Vai Moana, Moorea Island
Euro € 151 - 214 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.

Sofitel Resort, Moorea Island
Euro € 348 - 889 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.


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 € 694 - 1,187 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.

Le Maitai Polynesia, Bora Bora Island
Euro € 417 - 631 per couple

Le Maitai Polynesia offers excellent value for money on the main island of Bora Bora and makes a great base for enjoying the many excursions around the island and lagoon. The property is located on the southern end of Bora about ten minutes walk to Matira Beach with the coastal road bisecting the property.

Hotel Matira Beach, Bora Bora Island
Euro € 189 - 275 per couple

Hotel Matira Beach sits in the heart of popular Matira Beach and a great spot for water activities. The no-thrills small and friendly hotel has spacious wooden bungalows and offers excellent value for money. A great holiday location but if you are after pampering and privacy, this may not be for you.

Pearl Resort, Bora Bora Lagoon
Euro € 710 - 927 per couple

Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort is located on a private island within Bora Lagoon with splendid views across to the main island of Bora and its impressive mountains. The beach is pleasant with white sand and palm trees and the Manea Spa adds a tropical flavour..

Bora Bora Lagoon Resort,
Euro € 618 per couple
Closed For Rennovation
Bora Bora Lagoon Resort is located on a motu island fringing the western lagoon. The island offers hill walks for breathtaking sunset views and there's a large swimming pool and tennis courts. Water enthusiasts will enjoy the large array of activities including wind-surfing, sailing, deep sea fishing and water-skiing.

Hotel Bora Bora, Tahiti
Euro € 495 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.


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 € 846 - 1,451 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.


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