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Good to know<br />
Travel Tips<br />
French Polynesia is also known as The Islands of <strong>Tahiti</strong>. There are 118 islands comprising French Polynesia, of which <strong>Tahiti</strong><br />
is the main island and the location of the capital city of Papeete. Faa’a International Airport is located on the island of <strong>Tahiti</strong><br />
approximately 5 kilometres west of Papeete.<br />
Air <strong>Tahiti</strong> Nui is the international airline to The Islands of <strong>Tahiti</strong>. It offers direct flights between Auckland and Papeete. Air<br />
New Zealand also offers direct flights from Auckland to Papeete.<br />
International flights arrive on the island of <strong>Tahiti</strong>. Due to crossing the International Dateline, most flights from Auckland<br />
arrive the day before they depart. Holiday packages in French Polynesia will usually require one night in Papeete before<br />
travelling to another island the following morning. Most passengers returning to New Zealand will require one night in<br />
Papeete prior to departure, as flights leave early in the morning.<br />
Air <strong>Tahiti</strong> is a private, domestic airline which links all five archipelagos. Travel between some islands, such as <strong>Tahiti</strong> to<br />
Moorea, can be made by high-speed catamaran.<br />
We recommend booking the same hotel chain throughout your visit, as ‘Island Combo’ specials are available. We<br />
also recommend booking transfers throughout your visit as many resorts are located on islets within the lagoon, only<br />
accessible by boat.<br />
Passports & Visas<br />
New Zealand passport holders do not currently require a visa for a stay as a tourist of up to three months but must hold<br />
a passport with six months validity beyond the date of departure from French Polynesia. If you are a non-New Zealand<br />
passport holder please check your visa requirements with the appropriate Embassy or Consular office.<br />
Currency<br />
The local currency is the French Pacific Franc (XPF). There are plenty of ATMs and banks in <strong>Tahiti</strong> however access can<br />
be difficult in the outer islands. Major credit cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants, boutiques and other tourist<br />
establishments. We do recommend you carry some local currency for smaller purchases.<br />
Note: NZD$1 = 75 XPF approximately.<br />
Pricing & Seasonality<br />
For all hotels on The Islands of <strong>Tahiti</strong> a compulsory local tax of approximately 150XPF per person per night must be paid<br />
directly to the hotels.<br />
While seasons may vary for each resort, generally speaking, the following seasons apply:<br />
High Season: 1 May - 31 October & 19 December - 10 January<br />
Low Season: Rest of the year<br />
Seasonal surcharges, supplements, compulsory meals and/or transfers may apply during high season or at particular<br />
properties.<br />
Climate<br />
The Islands of <strong>Tahiti</strong> enjoy an even climate year-round with daytime temperatures around 28-30°C, dropping slightly in the<br />
evening. The weather is warmer and more humid from November through to May and drier and cooler from June until<br />
October. Year round, the sun rises between 5 and 6am and sets between 5.30 and 7pm. There is very little difference<br />
between high and low tide in <strong>Tahiti</strong>.<br />
HONEYMOON<br />
Gift<br />
<strong>Tahiti</strong> is a true Honeymoon destination & many<br />
hotels offer free gifts to Honeymooners. Look<br />
for this red heart throughout the brochure to<br />
identify the resorts offering gifts. Honeymoon<br />
gifts range from a bottle of champagne on arrival,<br />
to sarongs and t-shirts, massages and romantic<br />
dinners. Contact us for a full list of gifts on offer<br />
at the resorts. Not all Honeymoon gifts can be<br />
combined with resort specials so our Specialist<br />
<strong>Tahiti</strong> Consultants will guide you.<br />
Bonus<br />
Many resorts throughout French Polynesia offer<br />
discounts depending on your length of stay.<br />
These range from free nights to free room<br />
upgrades, free meals, combined island room<br />
discounts and long stay room discounts.<br />
Look for this blue bonus logo throughout the<br />
brochure to identify the resorts where bonus<br />
deals are on offer. Contact us for the latest deals<br />
available at your preferred resorts.<br />
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