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So here I was, neck-deep in Moorea's lagoon on an excursion that had promised ray and shark feeding, hoping not to be part of the menu.

Vanira is exactly how you imagine the jungley tropical seaside should be, and the two hectares of grounds really would take a lot of beating.

Villas are scattered over undulating hill slopes, offering garden and ocean views.

Elisabeth Easther and her son enjoy the festive cheer on board a freighter ship in the Pacific.

Far from work, Winston Aldworth clocks in to experience the charms of Tahiti.

Winston Aldworth makes the InterContinental his base for exploring Papeete.

Elisabeth Easther and her son booked a passage on a freighter to explore the far-flung charms of French Polynesia’s Marquesas Islands.

When in Tahiti do as the locals do, writes Suzanne McFadden.

Whether you're on a tight budget or splashing out, the islands have it all.

Circling the colourful island of Tahiti, Paul Rush sees an impressionist painter's view everywhere.

Pamela Wade reckons Tahiti's waterfront 'roulottes' are the wheel deal for fine French fare and good times.

The verdant, colourful and exotic island of Moorea works its magic on Paul Rush.

A conman jailed for defrauding church-goers of $853k in a Nigerian oil scam has the 'delusional view' the scheme will 'deliver up riches'.

Pamela Wade embarks on a high-octane inland safari through Taihiti.

Honeymooners, if you’re looking for a romantic destination to relax after the flurry of your big day, you can’t beat an overwater bungalow in Tahiti.

Tahiti is a dream destination, perfect for those wanting to escape big city nonsense and enjoy some of the best diving and snorkelling in the world.

A bobble-head dive helmet allows Megan Singleton to get up close and personal with the sealife.

Polynesian tattoos are a popular souvenir for tourists to Papeete, writes Sophie Bond.

Whisking your loved one to one of these romantic retreats will impress.

The author of the hugely-popular <I>1,000 Places To See Before You Die</I> reveals her absolute favourite travel destinations.

Fresh Pasifika flavour with French flair ... Sophie Bond's in the markets for a treat.

An outing off Moorea turns Kerre Woodham into a fishing convert.

Moorea is everything you'd imagine a tropical island to be, writes Sophie Bond.

Herald artist Richard Dale takes his sketchbook with him on board a luxury cruise liner.

Herald artist Richard Dale takes his sketchbook with him on board a luxury cruise liner.