Tahiti

Tahiti has everything a honeymooner could want: miles of beach, dozens of resorts, and delectable French cuisine. However, beachgoers frequently bypass Tahiti's sands in favor of Bora Bora's ivory shores. Tahiti, despite its idyllic reputation and ease of access, is more of an off-the-beaten-path stop than a romantic getaway. However, this does not mean that Tahiti should be overlooked.

Leafy forests coexist with sandy beaches, and French crêpes are served alongside Tahitian fish cru (raw fish). Tahiti, if there was ever a place that embodied the beautiful duality of the French Polynesian archipelago, is it. The quirky, often chaotic atmosphere of the island's capital, Papeete, rubs shoulders with unspoiled natural beauty here. Tahiti, the largest of French Polynesia's 118 islands, is often referred to as two separate islands, despite the fact that they are connected by a tiny land bridge. Tahiti Nui is the larger, northern section of the island, which includes Papeete. Tahiti Iti (the smaller half) is less accessible, but many visitors come for a taste of seclusion. Just keep in mind that spending a week in either part of Tahiti will set you back a pretty penny. However, visitors agree that the warm waters, lush jungles, and luxurious resorts are well worth the splurge.