Coral Recoveries and Growth Show The Hill Is Misleading About Global Warming Killing Reefs

A recent article in The Hill, “Climate change is not a ‘con job’,” claims that catastrophic, human-caused climate change is killing reefs via ocean heatwaves. This claim is false. In reality, corals have existed for millions of years, through...

A guide to Tahiti and French Polynesia

With its gorgeous tropical islands, cerulean lagoons and a vibrant, community-oriented culture, French Polynesia is the kind of travel destination daydreams are made of. It’s located in the South Pacific Ocean, about halfway between Australia and...

Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025: Crete Ranks 8th, Travel and Tour World Reveals

NEW YORK (PRNewswire) – Travel and Tour World (TTW), one of the world’s leading B2B travel media platforms unveils the “Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025.” This feature highlights thirty standout islands captivating travelers this...

French Polynesian politicians' visit to Taiwan irks Beijing envoy

Lixiao Tian, China’s Consul in French Polynesia and French High Commissioner Alexandre Rochatte at a function to celebrate PRC’s anniversary. 20 September 2025 Photo: Haut-Commissariat en Polynésie française China's top diplomat in French...

French Polynesia calls for moratorium on deep sea mining

French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson in Honiara for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting from 8-12 September 2025. Photo: RNZ Pacific / Caleb Fotheringham French Polynesia's president wants Pacific countries to agree to a...

Image of the day: Expansive new marine sanctuary in French Polynesia

Far out in the South Pacific Ocean, the remote Gambier Islands lie scattered like emeralds across a wide turquoise lagoon. These volcanic islands, fringed by coral reefs, are part of French Polynesia and are home to rich marine life and...

Aranui Cruises will have two ships sailing French Polynesia in 2027

New ship, Aranoa will join Aranui 5 to cruise all-year round in French Polynesia. The company is offering 20 per cent discount for the first two voyages onboard Aranoa. There are early bird deals of between 10 and 15 per cent discount if bookings...

Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025, Revealed by Travel and Tour World

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2025 -- Travel and Tour World (TTW), one of the world's leading B2B travel media platforms unveils the "Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025."This feature highlights thirty standout islands captivating travelers this...

Move to keep pet trade on short leash praised by health and welfare experts

Tighter controls on the movement of animals and the global pet trade have been agreed on at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi. Environmentalists and scientists praised the vote on Motion 108, which calls for global guidelines on...

Building climate ambition through regional partnerships in the French Pacific

New Caledonia and French Polynesia step up climate ambition with new NDCs committing to deep emissions cuts and stronger adaptation by 2035. New Caledonia and French Polynesia are stepping up their climate commitments with updated Nationally...

3,000 Miles to Paradise: Our Unexpected Reality in the Marquesas

After 17 days and 3,259 miles, the first sight of Hiva Oa in the Marquesas should have been the end of a dream—but after the initial euphoria, I started wondering if this iconic port of call is worth the effort ‘Laaaaaaaaaand ho!’ The first shouts...

Losing Nemo: In the Red Sea, clownfish vanish as anemones bleach

A 2023 marine heat wave in the central Red Sea caused 100% of monitored sea anemones to bleach, followed by the death of 94-100% of clownfish and 66-94% of the anemones across three surveyed reefs. The findings challenge the belief that Red Sea...

125 Years After Its Creation, The MICHELIN Guide Sets a New Global Standard for Hotel Excellence with the MICHELIN Key Distinction

The MICHELIN Guide is pleased to present its inaugural Global MICHELIN Keys Selection. Following the launch of MICHELIN Key distinctions in 15 top travel destinations1 last year, The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have scoured the world and chosen...

“It’s like swimming inside a snow globe.” When this diver dropped into a remote reef, dozens of huge animals appeared from the darkness

Fakarava’s south pass is more than a name on a map. Divers speak of it like a rite of passage. In this remote corridor, the current runs wild and the sharks run the show. Welcome to French Polynesia’s Wall of Sharks, where hundreds of grey reef...

19 NZ luxury hotels and lodges awarded Michelin keys – which ones should you visit?

The hotel version of restaurant Michelin stars, the Michelin keys list now includes hotels and lodges from New Zealand, Australia, Fiji and French Polynesia. What makes the 19 NZ properties so special? The Michelin Guide for restaurants has become...

'I've visited 100 countries and there's one that stands out above all others'

Christopher Sharp Trendswatch Reporter and Maria Ortega 15:52, 10 Oct 2025 The seasoned traveller sung the praises of Bora Bora in French Polynesia (Image: Getty) A globe-trotting woman who has visited an incredible 100 countries has disclosed...

AFL star pops the question on romantic island getaway

Sydney Swans player Isaac Heeney has popped the question to his girlfriend Steffanie Waters during a romantic holiday in French Polynesia. The couple announced their engagement in an Instagram post to their combined 124,000 followers. In the...

Prada Sea Beyond Makes Shanghai Debut at Rong Zhai

SHANGHAI – Rong Zhai, the historic mansion restored by Prada in downtown Shanghai, turned blue for Sea Beyond this week as the UNESCO-backed sustainability and ocean preservation activation launched a series of educational programs for children...

CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER READERS NAME PAUL GAUGUIN CRUISES 'BEST SMALL CRUISE' FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR

NEW YORK, Oct. 7, 2025 -- For the second year in a row, Paul Gauguin Cruises has been voted Best Small Cruise in Condé Nast Traveler's2025 Readers' Choice Awards. French Polynesia's destination expert received the top honor based on more than...

Silversea Spotlights Lineup of Global Experiences

Silversea is elevating the art of immersive travel, spotlighting its portfolio of global experiences. From natural marvels to high-profile cultural and sporting events, Silversea’s access to once-in-a-lifetime events and festivals immerses guests...