Tahiti fam trip Nov 27 - Dec 8th

I just returned from a fantastic Tahiti agents trip hosted by Patricia Fargeon at Planet Tahiti/ Planet France and Roger Berube of Club Aventure. We were a small group of three agents, two photographers/photojournalists and two hosts. As many were from a french background, I had a chance to try and dredge my high school french from the dungeons of my mind - it was great to know I understood quite a lot even though I could not speak it.
We started on the island of Tahiti - arriving into Papeete where we stayed for one night. Most flights arrive late at night, so a hotel close to the airport is key. We stayed at the Sofitel a quick drive from the airport and with an easy check in.
We had a wonderful breakfast the next morning and then were off to visit the Manava Suites. This hotel is just two years old; it is a little further from the airport, but it has great views over to Moorea and nice contemporary Polynesian style suites with kitchen facilities. It is a great place for families or couples wanting  to save a bit on food costs and there is a supermarket very close by. There is also good dining on site which is open until late.
Next we went over to the Radisson Resort and Spa; it is on the  north end of the city on a black sand beach. It is also  modern polynesian style with many different room types to fit various clients needs. After touring the rooms, we were hosted for an amazing lunch.
Both the Manava and the Radisson are popular with the islanders as they offer some great specials for them and for us tourists.

Sofitel on arrival - ready for Christmas 

Manava Suites pool - view to Moorea

Radisson Tahiti - view from a suite

Culmination of a fantastic lunch