meaning “tree,” “timber” or “wood,” came to mean “riches” or “wealth” in the old Rapa Nui language—a meaning not present in any other use of the word elsewhere in Polynesia, including in Tahiti, Tonga ...

It has become the dominant canopy tree in Tahiti, shading out many native plants. Unlike the island's indigenous trees, it has a shallow root system, which has led to landslides where the trees ...

Many of the painters associated with Impressionism and Post-Impressionism were by nature, seekers. Creators who saw things ...

Romantic vibrant-colored fuchsia blossoms dangle from pots and hanging baskets, or drape beautifully over the soil in a ...

Marine explorers have discovered a "pristine" 3km (2-mile) coral reef at depths of 30m (100ft) off the coast of Tahiti, French Polynesia. It is one of the largest discovered at that depth ...

French Polynesia has long been renowned for its spectacular marine life—manta rays, sea turtles and humpback whales are just ...

Polynesian body art is strongly linked to the environment, using images from their daily lives. Animals are common symbols in Polynesian tattoos, like birds, which represent freedom, travel and ...

The round-trip sailing from Papeete, Tahiti, includes stops in the islands ... guests can join in the holiday spirit with festive Christmas trees and decorations as well as holiday-inspired ...

Thank you for reporting this station. We will review the data in question. You are about to report this weather station for bad data. Please select the information that is incorrect.

Hacienda Verde Tahiti is a farm located in Cabo Rojo ... and finally into Fajardo where palm trees were densely scattered beside the steep roads. Hacienda Chocolat is up an unmarked road, adding ...

A giant whale stole the show at the Summer Olympic Games, shooting out of the water as athletes competed in women's surfing semi-finals on the French Pacific island of Tahiti last month.

Despite a flawed stage design, Matthew Eberhardt’s energetic Shakespeare refresh enchants. Plus, Manchester Camerata get lost ...