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Sail with Paul Gauguin Cruises aboard their intimate ship for a once-in-a-lifetime trip filled with culture and adventure in the Islands of Tahiti.

The quintessentially French Polynesian luxury cruise ship “Paul Gauguin” has been freshly remodeled and explores some of the region’s more remote island destinations.

Why Tahiti’s spectacular natural and cultural experiences are the ultimate way to embrace the slow travel movement

Going the eco-luxe route in this island paradise is a gift to yourself and the planet.

Travel with Paul Gauguin Cruises to capture these dreamy South Pacific moments yourself.

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Welcome to the vagina island, no joke (the rough English translation of the word Huahine is vagina). And although no one knows exactly where the name originated, historians think it has to do with the important role women played in the island’s history. Comprised of two islands – the more developed Huahine Nui (Big Huahine) to the north, and Huahine Iti (Little Huahine) to the south – there isn’t a lot to do here, but the unpretentious and relatively sleepy vibe appeals to budget travelers and surfers, as Huahine has some of the cheapest beds and best breaks in all of French Polynesia. It is also home to untouched beaches, isolated coves, enchanted azure lagoons and the most extensive complex of pre-European marae in French Polynesia. It also has a noticeable lack of luxury resorts, making it still feel like a Robinson Crusoe style getaway. Some of the most consistent and best surf in French Polynesia is found off Huahine’s shores, but local surfers can be very possessive, so make sure you check with them before hitting up their turn. This is also not the place for novices, as the left and right reef breaks can chew you up pretty badly. Huahine is also home to some great dive spots, including a canyon where you can see barracuda, jackfish, rays and sharks. For snorkeling head to Fare, which has a pretty sand beach just north of town and a wide, translucent lagoon that drops off quickly for excellent snorkeling around coral and through schools of multi-hued fish.

Comprised of African themed luxury safari tents right on the beach on Huahine Nui, this is a very unique boutique option that is still affordable. The tents are fabulous, featuring high ceilings, wooden floors, creative artwork and large beds with fluffy duvets. There is a funky, gnarled wood self-catering kitchen, and free snorkel gear -- you’ll find excellent snorkeling in the lagoon in front of the white sandy beach that the tents are situation on -- as well as kayaks and bicycles.

There’s nothing more romantic or just downright cool than riding a horse in the sea. La Petite Ferme, on the main road between Fare and the airport, offers half and full day guided horse-riding trips using horses suitable for beginners and children as well as more experienced riders. Half day rides are two hours and are offered three times a day -- we recommend the sunset ride for the most gorgeous photos, although going during the middle of the day provides that picture perfect turquoise water look. Regardless these rides take you along the beach and into the water, through coconut plantations and around the shore of Lake Fauna Nui. You can also sign up for a full day ride that includes a vanilla plantation visit and a stop for a picnic lunch and snorkeling. Depending on the weather and your skill level on a horse, these tours can also stop off at the marae (traditional temples) the island is known for.

There are numerous ways to explore Huahine’s picture perfect blue lagoon by boat, but the most exhilarating is Huahine Nautique’s Safari Jet Tour. You’ll hop on a jet ski and accompanied by a bi-lingual guide cruise around the lagoon’s shallow waters. This is a great intro to jet-skiing as the water is flat. Your guide will also help you look for marine life and show you how to get up close and personal with rays and fish without them noticing you first. Between August and November you may get lucky and see whales and dolphins who stop off here during their mating season. The tours also include a proper snorkeling stop and then finish with cocktails on a sandy white motu. The jet skis can seat up to three people and have plenty of storage space for cameras and other dry goods. The company runs a variety of other lagoon trips as well -- including more traditional seafood feast lunches served at tables set up in the lagoon and snorkel trips, so take a look at their website.

This seven-day itinerary invites you to explore the unparalleled scenic landscapes and the rich heritage of French Polynesia.

There may not be much to this tiny island in the French Polynesia but it’s big on history if you have any interest in Paul Gauguin and Jacques Brel. If you are looking for a secluded spot with little amenities, this is a perfect spot in paradise.

Huahine is home to the most extensive collection of pre European marae (traditional temples) in all of French Polynesia. These are found at Maeva, which is about 7 kilometers from the island’s only town, the sleepy port of Fare. Prior to European arrival, Maeva served as the seat of royal power on Huahine and you’ll find the 30 excavated marae (many of which have been restored) scattered among the village’s modern buildings along its shoreline and up the side of Matairea (Pleasant Wind) Hill. There is a designated walk around the site, which starts at the water’s edge and then leads up the slopes of Matairea Hill, where the most marae are located. It takes about two hours to complete. Make sure to bring plenty of water. You can pick up a brochure outlining the walk and what marae you’ll see along the way from the small archeological museum at the water’s edge. The museum also tells the story of the excavations which began in the 1920s.