Now known as French Polynesia, Tahiti has a long history. The islands were originally settled by Polynesian immigrants in 500 BC. Over time, the island has changed. However, it remains one of the most ...

The term "Tahiti" needs clarification. People often use it to refer to French Polynesia as a whole, but Tahiti is only the main island of the French overseas territory (Pays d'Outre-Mer), which ...

The Islands of Tahiti have a well-deserved reputation as one of the most beautiful places on earth. But Tahiti also deserves a reputation as a destination for adventurous and cultural activities of ...

PAPARA, Tahiti (AP) — Tahitian dancers in palm-leaf skirts mingled with Olympic surfers, locals and tourists as the opening ceremony for the Summer Games commenced in French Polynesia on Friday ...

TEAHUPO’O, Tahiti (AP) — As the heavy, barrel-shaped waves of Teahupo’o, Tahiti — where the Paris Olympics surfing competition is being held — crashed in the distance, another, smaller surf session ...

Tahiti Fete of San Jose, said to be the biggest Tahitian dance competition in the U.S., just wrapped up its 26th celebration. This year’s event featured dancers from the United States, Europe and ...

TEAHUPO’O, Tahiti — As the heavy, barrel-shaped waves of Teahupo’o, Tahiti — where the Paris Olympics surfing competition is being held — crashed in the distance, another, smaller surf session was ...

Tahiti is hosting the surfing competition for the Paris Olympics and has been a coveted destination for the sport for decades, but it’s only in more recent years that local surf culture and talent ...