Tag Archives: Tahiti

‘Overseas, Over Here’ – a trip around the world without leaving London… for the moment!

June 20, 2012 | No comments

Like the waves of the Pacific Ocean and the winds of the Caribbean seas, our French Overseas Destinations event swept everyone off their feet. Attendees came, met and danced the night away at the St. Martin’s Lane hotel and a lucky few even left with flowers around their necks and...

A historical and cultural melting-pot – Part 1/2

May 31, 2012 | 2 comments

The tattooing tradition in Polynesia, the joyful homage paid to the dead in the West Indies, the dramatic destiny of the rebel slaves in Reunion… The Overseas Territories have not forgotten their roots and cultivate the virtues of mixing cultures and races. Each destination has its own festive customs: the...

Sun-drenched flavours

May 29, 2012 | No comments

Mirroring the territories’ melting-pot of cultures, the cuisine of overseas France has mixed roots and is an incredible variety of Caribbean, European, Indian, African and Middle Eastern traditions. Explore a culinary world where thousands of flavours combine with exotic colours and many local traditions. The French West Indies are home...

An aquatic leisure centre

May 25, 2012 | No comments

French Overseas territories offer many magnificent settings for water sports. Fabulous lagoons, waves and splendid climates offer the opportunity to practice various water sports and recreational activities in a truly exceptional environment that is preserved by its inhabitants. Lulled by the trade winds all year round, Guadeloupe is suitable for...

Heavenly Honeymoons in the French Overseas Territories

May 10, 2012 | No comments

Sunset at Carbet, Martinique - © Atout France

A thousand miles from your everyday life, in the heart of the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Ocean, the French overseas destinations welcome you with open arms! White sandy beaches, turquoise oceans and the bewitching perfume of the tropical flowers all make Overseas France the most beautiful destination to celebrate the...

Scuba diving in French Polynesia, definitely a breathtaking experience

April 26, 2012 | 1 comment

Scuba Diving - © Tahiti et ses iles / C CICCULLO

As a native of Nice, the sea is part of my soul. Scuba diving, or simply snorkelling, is one of my passions as swimming with the fish, staring at the corals definitely breathe life back into me. I have been lucky enough to have some experience in the Seychelles, Mauritius,...

Heard of Barbados and St. Barth’s but what about Tahiti or Guadeloupe?

April 4, 2012 | 2 comments

French Guiana, French Polynesia, French West Indies, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Mayotte, New Caledonia, Reunion Island, St. Martin, and Tahiti representatives are heading over to London to offer a new take on tropical classics! Snorkeling in New Caledonia? Yes please! Polynesian tattoo festival in French Polynesia? When?! Culinary delights in Martinique? Absolutely!...

What the Press is saying about France – Week 05/12/11 to 11/12/11

December 13, 2011 | No comments

This week saw 84 articles about France. Here is a selection of some articles which appeared in National publications from 5 December to 11 December Twin isles on the hoof – Sunday Express Need a quirky experience ? Go to see Piton de la Fournaise a massive volcano on the island...