West Coast Gateway
9 giugno 2025, Stati Uniti ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F
With Air Tahiti and Air France serving PPT from LAX, you're less than 9hrs from experiencing one of the most beautiful spots on the planet.
In Less Than 8 Hrs...
9 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
It's, la Orana Tahiti!
A Musical Welcome
9 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
The kind of welcome you should receive at every destination.. especially tropical ones.
Get Cash
9 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
Although regular businesses accept credit cards, for most homestays and local dining, you will need cash. ATM in the arrival area makes this easy.
Tahiti Airport Hotel
9 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
It's not as close and easy to get to as it seems. Although physically close, the walking path is about a 15-minute walk with some uphill climbing. Take a taxi if you have luggage.
Good Morning, Tahiti
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
Early Morning Departure
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
A walk back to the airport, and in about an hour, I will be airborne for Bora Bora.
Pizza...
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
From a vending machine.. Sacrilege!
A Welcoming Face...
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
Of French Polynesia
Air Tahiti..
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
Old-fashioned, I like it boarding to Bora Bora.
Departing Tahiti..
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
On VT-404, a 40-50 minute flight to Bora Bora.
Did The Engine Just Quit..
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
No, it's just an optical thanks to digital photography and something else that an aviation buff can figure out..
First Glimpse
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Approaching Bora Bora...
Landing Bora Bora
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Spectacular view of amazingly beautiful waters around the island
Bora Bora Airport
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
It is located off from the mainland, which requires a 20-plus minute ferry ride to the main port.
Airport Ferry..
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Which connects the airport with the mainland
A Welcoming Shark
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
A common sighting in the shallow waters around the island
Private Ferry Service
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
For those staying at one of the many premium resorts on Bora Bora
Enroute To Viatape
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
The main landing spot for visitors and locals
FH Rental Car
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Highly recommend. Easy to connect with thru email and WhatsApp. About $172 for 2 Day Rental that is paid in advance online via a payment link.
Kai Kai..
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Popular local "Food Truck" with shaded seating and friendly employees. You might have dining companions from the local hounds, but they are gentle.
Across The Street View..
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
From a $84 per night local homestay that comes with everything you need for a safe and comfortable night's rest.
Hike To Nowhere..
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Trails are questionable and poorly marked despite "Google Map" guidance, which often turns out to be wrong. Views still worth it!
Matira Beach
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
The only white sand beach on the main part of the island.
First Sunset
10 giugno 2025, Polinesia francese ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
That comes early this time of the year in the South Pacific