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Ultimate Australia & Pacific Travel Guide

The vastness of the Pacific Ocean is dotted with remote islands that are the stuff of dreams and while down under, Australia and New Zealand are unmatched in their melange of indigenous culture, wildlife, ethereal forests, snow-capped mountains, dynamic cities, reefs, and deserts.

This Australia & Pacific Travel Guide is your go-to hub of information to plan a trip to the continent through detailed itineraries and guides that come from personal experience.  Find out everything you need to know before you go.

The Best Bora Bora Resort For Your Dream Vacation

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You’ve decided to visit Bora Bora’s pristine paradise – the stuff of which dreams are made. Good choice! Miles of white, sandy shores, translucent waters, and lush volcanic peaks complete this postcard-worthy setting. Your next big decision is choosing one of the best Bora Bora resorts for your escape to paradise. Read more about Bora […]

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One-Click Guide For How To Get To Rangiroa From Tahiti And Other Islands

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Rangiroa is the largest coral atoll in French Polynesia, and the second-largest in the world. It’s a stunner of a destination, a patchwork of white sand, tropical green flora and gleaming turquoise seas – enough to inspire anyone. Whether you’re in Bora Bora, Tahiti, or somewhere else in French Polynesia, you’re going to want to […]

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Best Beaches Of Tahiti Revealed In All Of French Polynesia

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French Polynesia is scattered with dreamy locations. With over 100 islands located in the French overseas territory – including big-hitter destinations such as Bora Bora and Tahiti – this place is all about a slower, more laid-back pace of life. The best place to hang out and chill to the max on these islands are […]

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Your Guide To How Much For A Trip To Bora Bora

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When it comes to an idyllic island destination, it doesn’t get much better than Bora Bora – a tiny island in the South Pacific. If you’re interested to find out how much for a trip to Bora Bora, then you’ve come to the right place.  We’ve gathered all the handy info on everything from accommodation […]

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Best Time To Go To Tahiti

Tahiti and French Polynesia comprise a literal paradise on earth. Here you’ll find a rainbow of beaches – black, white, pink – edged by turquoise seas and backed by mountainous verdant interiors. That’s not to mention the diving, the culture, the hiking, or even the surfing. It’s enough to inspire anyone to take a trip […]

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What You Need To Know About the Airport in Bora Bora

Your first experience of any destination is usually the airport. While all airports can vary greatly from each other, your experience here can greatly impact your vacation before it’s even properly begun.  The airport in Bora Bora is slightly smaller than many others, however, it will not disappoint. In addition to offering a scenic and […]

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Best Time To Travel To Bora Bora: A Seasonal Guide

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Few island destinations can match the sheer tropical paradise of Bora Bora. This palm-studded, sand-fringed island in the South Pacific may be small in size but it’s BIG in unrivaled beauty. But what is the best time to travel to Bora Bora? Powdery, white beaches, almost impossibly turquoise waters, and lush mountainsides are what make Bora […]

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Tahiti vs Bora Bora – What Are The Differences and Which Is Better

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If you ever find yourself in the enviable position of having to decide between Tahiti versus Bora Bora, you’ll know that it can be tough to choose. These two magical islands in the Society Islands of French Polynesia are essentially what everyone imagines when they think of paradise.  We’re talking lush, forested peaks rising from […]

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French Polynesia Rangiroa Pensions – Where To Stay Guide

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The easy thing to do is deciding what to do when going to Rangiroa in French Polynesia (diving of course) but when trying to where to stay, things get a little bit complicated as there’s no real catalogue of all of the pensions on this motu. This guide will help make your search easier by […]

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Best Pension in Fakarava

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When planning your trip to French Polynesia, you’ll be faced with the challenging task of picking from the 118 islands and atolls. Fakarava needs to be on your shortlist if you’re an avid diver. Its biodiversity is unmatched and is a paradise for shark lovers. Once you’ve decided on Fakarava in the Tuomotu Archipelago, you’ll […]

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