Tahiti7 Jun 2024An ethical - and safe - place to swim with whalesThe Islands of Tahiti have long practised the ancient conservation custom of rāhui to help preserve their maritime spaces and species.7 Jun 202431 May 2023The isles where baguettes are regulatedFrench Polynesia continues to feel an outsize influence from France. But recently, Tahitians have been reclaiming their heritage, putting traditional ingredients on the menu.31 May 202316 May 2023Tahiti's answer to poke and cevicheThe raw fish salad, made with tuna and plenty of crisp vegetables, differentiates itself from poke or ceviche by way of fresh coconut milk.16 May 202327 Jul 2021The world's last Polynesian wayfinderAncient Polynesians settled the Pacific islands through the sacred art of wayfinding. Today, navigators sail thousands of miles, without instruments, to preserve the tradition.27 Jul 202118 May 2018The island fruit that caused a mutinyIn French Polynesia, breadfruit is an essential part of both the islanders' diet and their culture – so much so, that its story is cemented in history.18 May 201811 Jul 2013Tahiti’s iridescent wondersSift past the sandy beach and into the little-known world of Oceania’s most extraordinary export, the black pearls of Polynesia.11 Jul 201321 Aug 2012Island hopping in French PolynesiaAlthough these isolated and far-flung atolls have a reputation of being one of the most expensive holiday spots on earth, it is possible to island hop independently and affordably.21 Aug 201221 Aug 2012Coral island lifeThe Tuamotu Islands are the world’s largest chain of coral atolls, with 78 islands spread across an area the size of Western Europe – and just 18,000 inhabitants.21 Aug 201217 Apr 2012Seven secret surf spotsWorld-class surfers reveal their favourite places to catch the perfect wave.17 Apr 2012...