Tahiti Adventures

28/05/2026

Something special is coming to Bora Bora.

Most of you know Bloody Mary’s — the legendary sandy-floor restaurant where locals and travelers have shared tables, fresh fish, and stories since 1979. It’s one of those rare places that actually feels like Bora Bora, not a postcard version of it.

Now that spirit is becoming a full hotel experience. Bloody Mary’s Hotel opens Summer 2026 — 53 rooms, bungalows, and suites, from overwater villas with direct lagoon access to mountain-side retreats with Otemanu views.

What I love about this property:

🐚 It’s built on connection, not exclusion. The philosophy is luxury through belonging — island hospitality with a pulse, not a velvet rope.

🐚 Three dining venues including the original restaurant, Povai Bay overwater bistro, and La Bella Matira right on Bora Bora’s best beach — with a complimentary shuttle between them.

🐚 It’s rooted in place. This isn’t a brand that parachuted in. Bloody Mary’s has been part of the fabric of Bora Bora for over four decades.

This is the kind of property I get excited to share with my clients — one where you actually live Bora Bora like the locals do.

I’ll be keeping a close eye on this one as it opens. If you want to be among the first to experience it, let’s talk. 🌺

Bloody Mary's Hotel - Bora Bora

12/05/2026

When clients ask us, “I’ve already been to Bora Bora and Moorea… what’s next?” — this is the island we point them to.

Our founder Lois recently sailed the Aranui 5 through the Australs and called Rurutu one of the most unforgettable days of the entire voyage. Here’s why:

🌊 Limestone sea caves carved over millennia, where you scramble through stalactite columns with turquoise water roaring just below
🥾 World-class hiking along dramatic cliffs and hidden beaches — remote, raw, and genuinely off the tourist trail
🐋 One of the planet’s most intimate humpback whale encounters during season (July–October)
🌺 Authentic, community-based tourism at a pace that honors the place and its people

Rurutu isn’t for everyone and that’s exactly the point. It’s for the traveler who’s ready to go deeper into French Polynesia. Beyond the overwater bungalows. Beyond the headlines.

You can experience it two ways: aboard the Aranui 5 cruise, or as a land-based stay with local hosts.
Because of how remote it is, we recommend planning 9–12 months in advance.

The good news? We’ve been there. We know the operators, the timing, the rhythm of the island and we’d love to design it for you.

📩 Message us or visit our website to start planning. Your next chapter of French Polynesia is waiting.

05/05/2026

✨ A NEW HORIZON IN POLYNESIA — and we’re sailing into it first. ✨

In March 2027, Aranui Cruises launches Aranoa — a brand-new 198-guest expedition vessel built to unlock the most untouched archipelago in French Polynesia: the Austral Islands.

This is the Polynesia almost no one gets to see.

🌿 Rimatara — endemic Kuhl’s lorikeets and a pace of life that hasn’t changed in generations
🌊 Tubuai & Raivavae — turquoise lagoons rivalling Bora Bora, without the crowds
🏔️ Rapa Iti — dramatic fjord-like coastline, just 500 residents, and Aranui is the only cruise line granted regular access
🌺 Plus iconic Moorea, Raiatea (UNESCO heritage) and Bora Bora on every 13-day voyage

Aboard Aranoa: 91 cabins (62 with private balconies), two restaurants, spa, gym, sea-view jacuzzis — refined, intimate, and built sustainably as a passenger-freighter that supports the very communities it visits.
This is luxury with purpose. Off-the-beaten-path with five-star comfort. Community-based tourism done the right way.

Tahiti Adventures exclusive: 15% off Austral & Tuamotu itineraries new bookings only, March 16 – May 31, 2026.

As a Virtuoso-affiliated agency specialising in French Polynesia for over 30 years, we craft Aranoa journeys that go deeper — private island extensions, overwater bungalow add-ons, and insider access you won’t find booking direct.

📩 DM us or visit tahitiadventures.com to design your 2027 voyage.

04/02/2026

🌴 Tahiti Airport Tip – New Store Alert! ✈️

Traveling to Tahiti and don’t want to pack bulky snorkeling gear—or forgot a swimsuit or boardshorts? Good news!

There’s now a Decathlon store right at Tahiti airport 🏝️

If you’re not familiar with Decathlon, it’s a budget-friendly sporting goods retailer with great essentials, including:
🤿 Snorkeling gear
👙 Swimsuits & boardshorts
👕 Lightweight activewear
🩴 Water shoes & beach basics

✨ Pro tip: You can even shop online { decathlon.pf }pay in advance, and pick up your order at the airport—super convenient after a long flight.

Perfect if you’re traveling light or want to avoid overpacking.
— Tahiti Adventures sharing the insider tips 🌺

Would you use this option on your next Tahiti trip? 💙

19/11/2025

🏝️ BIG NEWS from Two of Our Favorite Tahiti Resorts! 🏝️

Both Le Bora Bora and Le Taha'a resorts have just been awarded 2 MICHELIN Keys—a new global distinction recognizing the world’s most exceptional hotels (think MICHELIN Stars, but for resorts! ✨).

Only five hotels in ALL of French Polynesia received this honor… and two of them are client favorites I recommend again and again. 💙

Why we love them (and why our clients do too):

🌺 Le Bora Bora – Iconic overwater bungalows, postcard-perfect lagoon views, upscale yet laid-back Polynesian luxury.

🌴 Le Taha’a – The ultimate barefoot-luxury escape on its own private islet, with vanilla-scented breezes and unmatched tranquility.

These aren’t just beautiful resorts—they deliver unforgettable experiences rooted in authentic island culture, incredible cuisine, and warm Tahitian hospitality. 🌺🙌

So proud to see them recognized at the highest level.
Bravo Pearl Resorts! 🌟



Photos: Lois S

14/10/2025

Highly recommend these cultural workshops! Looking to immerse in Tahitian cultural ask us to book you one of these workshops. Do you need something custom? Let us know we can make it happen. We work with the best local partners.

30/09/2025

If you’re visiting Tahiti today through Oct 5th go check out the first Tifaifai expo at the Assembly of French Polynesia 🇵🇫.

27/09/2025

Air Tahiti Nui’s Seattle to Papeete route update!

Air Tahiti Nui informs you of the suspension of its Papeete – Seattle – Papeete service, which it currently operates non-stop twice a week, effective January 31, 2026.