Picnic on your own private idaho.
Grab a canoe, a bottle of french wine and baguette from the local supermarket and head on out to your own slice of heaven for the day.
Stay with a Tahitian family.
It’s fun and anyone can afford it, plus its a great way to get to know the locals. The stunning locations and authentic Tahitian experience leave a lasting impression. www.haere-mai.pf
Have breakfast with local stingrays.
They’re tame, they like to swim with the tourists, and no, they don’t like jam with their croissants. Take a snorkel, fins, some fish and swim into the shallows with them. Do it at least once in your lifetime.
String along with some black pearls.
Half the amazement is the trip out to the Tuamotus, on lagoons in the atolls. The other half is how they farm these slippery pearls. If you don’t buy the pearls, eat the oysters.
Spot Gauguin’s impression of Tahiti.
Drive down the west coast and picture the landscapes that inspired this french impressionist. On your way back stop at one of 'le snack' for lunch and a local beer.
Treat yourself to an overwater bungalow.
Even if you’ve had your honeymoon, this is a must. Tahitian love songs accompany an outrigger canoe bringing you a breakfast of fresh pastries and fruit. Love the French influence.
Celebrity spottingat Bloody Mary’s.
Dinner at this Bora Bora institution is a must-do experience. Fresh but simple seafood bbq, next to the see-who celebrity board. Pull up a coconut stump, the 'Hoff' may have sat there before you. Or maybe Ms Stone.
Surf the legendary break, or start at school.
The infamous Teahupoo reef break is a sure hollow massive left tube, but it's serious stuff. For more mild-mannered surfing, there's Moorea's north and west coast. Or for surfschool, try Papeete. They rent boards too.
A facial that'll sinkinto your soul.
The Helene Spa beautician collects papaya, banana, vanilla, mint, pineapple and Tahitian grapefruit daily. Every pore in your body will thank her. Try an evening massage for you and your soulmate under the stars.
Take a 4 wheel driveand see how the other half live.
A guide can show you the backbone of Tahiti,its beautiful and friendly locals. See how they live off fresh fruit, fish and flowers. And check out their stunning tattoos