Tahiti Tote
New extra large tote, great for Tahiti travel, the beach or a full day of shopping.

Lonely Planet Tahiti and French Polynesia

Think Tahiti and French Polynesia and immediately your imagination is seduced by images of lapping lagoons, Gauguin paintings and Marlon Brando in his heyday. This guide will show you where that the essence can still be felt amid the newer resorts of these delicious islands. Maximize your trip with this Lonely Planet Tahiti and French Polynesia Travel GuideBonjour and welcome to Tahiti On your left youll find great French cooking and fresh seafood; on your right there are ancient Polynesian ruins and brilliant Tahitian dancing.

Just offshore there are islands with golden beaches, world-class diving plus endless opportunities to just kick back and relax. We love Tahiti, and know these islands like our own backyard, so let us show you around. BEFORE YOU BOOK, read what our authors thought about your resort get the honest scoop.

RELAX beachside with us and read up on Tahitian history, culture and mythology, then let us spin you inspiring tales of the mysterious outer islands. SAVE a few bucks here and there from planning your trip, to booking accommodation, well show you how to make sure your trip costs dont blow out of control.

TRUST US We've dived the dives and walked the walks, weve visited every resort, hostel and caf between the remote Tuamotus and the backstreets of Papeete. We know what were talking about