One of the many joys of staying at The Brando is the flight coming in. Great care has been made to make this a very pleasurable experience. Travel from Tahiti to Tetiaroa and The Brando is by private aircraft operated by Air Tetiaroa — the exclusive provider of passenger service … Read More
South Pacific Paradise This is THE island group that epitomizes the Tahitian experience. Endless beauty from almost every angle, Bora Bora is one of the top destination in the world for very good reason. A perfect place to do nothing at all, or a host of water activities year round. … Read More
A collection of my favorite Private Island getaways on the islands of Tahiti. The Brando Tetiaroa, Society Islands French Polynesia 36 Rooms One of the more famous of private islands resorts, and for good reason. The Brando is an excellent resort. As an ecological study space they are doing amazing … Read More
as of April, 8, 2021 I will award French Polynesia the most confusing Covid Policy Award Announced Reopening of Borders to Tourism: May 1, 2021 Proof of a negative RT-PCR test carried out within three days (72 hours) prior to the international air departure is still required, as well as … Read More
One of the best ways to explore French Polynesia and beyond Paul Gauguin Cruises operates the highest-rated and longest continually-sailing cruise ship in the South Pacific, the renowned m/s Paul Gauguin, designed to explore the pristine lagoons of these islands, while our proud team of local Tahitians extend genuine Polynesian … Read More
Private Island Reserve North of the Main Island Tahiti lies the atoll of Tetiaroa. 12 Motu (Islands) clustered around a protected Lagoon. Marlon Brando fell in love with atoll and purchased a 99-year lease in 1966. The majority of the atoll is a sanctuary / bio-reserve with only Onetahi being … Read More
The center of French Polynesia Most travelers will arrive on the Island of Tahiti, part of the The Society Islands (Society Archipelago), and stay within the archipelago for the bulk of their stay. Most of the best accommodations and activities are found here. The Islands of the Society Archipelago Windward … Read More
The Land of History and Intrigue Located far north of the Society Islands, halfway to the Hawaiian Islands, the Marquesas Islands are a destination unto themselves. Imagine seeing rays of sunshine filter through the clouds over sharp mountain peaks, creating a scene you’ve only experienced in a photo or painting. … Read More
A Paradise location for Divers of all levels of experience. Featuring amazing pink sand beaches lined with swaying coconut palms, a crystal clear ocean that’s warm to the touch, the 76 islands and atolls within the Tuamotu Archipelago are spread over an area of more than 700,000 sq. mi. (2 … Read More
A Secluded Group of Islands The remote Mangareva & the Gambier Islands lie just a little more than 1,000 miles (1,600 kilometers) southeast of Tahiti. Polynesian mythology tells of Mangareva being lifted from the ocean floor by the demi-god Maui. The mountains of Mangareva rise over the surrounding islands and … Read More
A remote and unique experience The archipelago is made of seven islands, five of which are inhabited and four of which are accessible by air. An untouched and mysterious land where white sand beaches clash with the intense blue of the lagoons, the Austral Islands are off the beaten track, … Read More
Beautiful South Pacific islands Taha’a & Raiatea are two islands which share the same gorgeous lagoon. The coral reef surrounding the two main islands also have a host of smaller “motu” which host two of the finer remote resorts on all the islands. TAHA’A Description coming soon on Taha’a the … Read More
