The Island Of Tahiti: An Authentic Tropical Oasis

Tahiti is a tropical island paradise that sits like a gem in the middle of the Pacific Ocean

. It's this location that makes it home to beautiful landscapes both above and under water, a very unique culture, and tons of adventures to embark on. Traveling to Tahiti is as easy as simply applying for a passport. And you can get there even quicker with expedited passport renewal.

Tahiti is located in a group of islands called French Polynesia and is, in fact, the largest of this particular group. French is the main language spoken in Tahiti but many of the native residents speak in the Tahitian dialect. With plenty of nonstop flights from California and Hawaii available, getting to Tahiti is easy but if you are the owner of a lost United States passport, be sure to report it immediately and get a new one as a passport is required for travel to Tahiti. There are no other visas, vaccinations or certifications required but it is imperative that you have a passport.

The snorkeling and diving scene in Tahiti is one of the things that make it so special. Some popular diving sites are the St. Etienne Drop-Off, Tetopa Grotto, and one spot called "Papa Whisky." Shipwrecks, caves, and diverse underwater landscapes make diving in Tahiti a very special sort of experience. The black sand beaches are a signature sight of Tahiti. The main island is made up of two volcanic mountains. Nature hikes are also a great way to become acquainted with the Tahitian landscape. Misty mountain paths and whispering jungles wait to be explored.

There are some activities available to the visitor in Tahiti that are uniquely Tahitian. The traveler can assist a professional shark feeder by wading into four to seven feet of crystal blue water and feeding shark as they swim by. Glass-floored cottages suspended directly over the water treat the vacationer to a view of sea life that is not available anywhere else in the world. The color variety found in the sea life and coral configurations create a visual treat not easily matched. You don't want to forget to look for the beautiful Tahitian black pearl while visiting the beautiful, incredibly clean black beaches but remember, all the pearls aren't black. A multitude of colors can be found and enjoyed and treasured forever. One more item of interest is the mysterious Easter Island. No trip to Tahiti is complete without a visit there.

The culture in Tahiti is definitely one of the most unique in the world. One of the most special aspects of their culture is their fierce but beautiful dancing. Their otea dance is characterized by grass skirts and fast-moving hips. In fact, it closely resembles the Hawaiian hula, but the Tahitian otea is much faster and more focused on hip movement. Tahitians are also famous for their beautiful handicrafts. Handmade pieces of woodwork, weaving, and quilts make up some of the famous pieces of Tahiti.

by: Ben Pate

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