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| General Information |
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Tahiti is the epitome of tropical locations and has so much to offer. Laze the days away on a deck chair on a beautiful white sand beach, enjoy a dip in the crystal blue waters of the lagoon or explore the colourful and enchanting underwater world in one of the world's top diving spots...
Tahiti is also well known for its charming cultural blend of Polynesian and French influences, of which tourists enjoy the delicious cuisine and warm hospitality that the Tahitian's are renowned for. |
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| Environment |
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| French Polynesia is made up of 118 beautiful islands, which are spread across more than 5 million square km of the South Pacific. The islands are grouped into five archipelagos, the Society Islands , the Tuamotu group, the Marquises, the Austral archipelagos and the Gambier archipelago. Each of the archipelagos is very different from each other and range from high volcanic islands and mountain peeks to low islands and atolls surrounded by tranquil turquoise lagoons. |
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| When To Go |
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French Polynesia enjoys a tropical climate all year round with daytime temperatures usually between 28-33 0C. The best time to visit Tahiti is from April to October as temperatures are slightly cooler and drier. From November to April the climate is warmer and humid. While most of the rain falls from November to April, there are still plenty of sunny days during these months with refreshing trade winds. |
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High: April - October |
21 - 30ºC |
26 ºC |
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Low: November - March |
22- 31 ºC |
27 ºC | |
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| Travel Tips |
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| Passport / Visa Requirements |
All visitors to French Polynesia must hold a current passport valid for at least 3 months to be allowed entry, and a return or onward ticket is required. New Zealand and Australian passport holders have free entry for up to 30 days, and people from countries belonging to the E.E.C have free entry for a stay for up to 90 days, and no visa is required.
All visitors are responsible for checking for any visa requirements, which may be applicable according to their citizenship and country of residence. |
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| Language |
French and Tahitian are the official languages, but English is frequently spoken in the resorts and tourist areas. |
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| Time Zone |
Tahiti is 10 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (-10 GMT) |
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| Voltage Requirements |
220 - 240 volts AC |
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| Food |
French Polynesia is a food lover's paradise and is well known for its fresh seafood and tropical fruits. Try the traditional Tahitian meal cooked in an earth oven or the infamous Tahitian raw fish marinated in coconut milk and limes. Enjoy the exotic tastes of Tahiti! |
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| Currency |
The official currency in Tahiti is the Pacific French Franc, abbreviated as CFP and XPF.
A bank is open at FAA'A airport in Tahiti to meet all international flights so currency can be changed on arrival. Club Med Bora Bora accepts Pacific French Franc, Euros and US dollars. Major credit cards are also accepted at the Village and the nearest bank is located in Vaitape, 7.4 miles from Club Med Bora Bora.
Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB are welcome.
Bar tickets and bar bracelets for the purchase of all drinks and snacks at the bar are on sale at the Reception. (Unused tickets are non-refundable) |
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| Dress Code |
As daytime temperatures are generally high and tropical, light casual clothing and natural fibres are highly recommended. The standard evening attire is trousers and a shirt for men while women generally wear dresses and resort wear. A light jersey or sweatshirt is recommended for the evenings where the temperatures tend to drop slightly. |
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| Things To Bring |
Don't forget to take your suntan lotion, shower gel, shampoo, tooth brush, tooth paste and mosquito repellent. |
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| Common Phrases |
Here are some of the common phrases in Tahitian you might find useful:
Mauruuru – Thank you
Ia Ora Na Oe - Good Morning
Ia Ora Oe I Teie Po – Good Evening
Parahi Oe, Nana – Goodbye
E, Aia – Yes | |
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| How To Get There |
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| Location |
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Club Med Bora Bora is located in the stunning bay of Faaopore, on the South Coast of Bora Bora Island in French Polynesia.
Guests will take a 45-minute flight from Papeete to the Motu Mute Airport, the nearest airport from Bora Bora. They then enjoy a 15-minute scenic launch transfer to Vaitape, where they are met by Club Med and transferred by shuttle to our Village. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes. |
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