Scientists have uncovered evidence of one of the first Polynesian settlements in Aotearoa.

Jane Jurgens tracks down the best places in the world for a destination wedding.

Not far from New Zealand lies the world's "spacecraft cemetery" known as Point Nemo.

Annabel Anderson shares her secrets for the best spots to catch a wave around Tahiti.

A yacht seized by officials in January was sold with hidden stashes of cocaine on-board.

Win an $11,000 Tahiti cruise package.

Sarah Downs finds plenty to do on land in French Polynesia.

If you are on a budget there are less-expensive joys to be found, writes Isobel Marriner.

Isobel Marriner checks into an architecturally-stunning hotel in an equally-stunning tropical surrounding.

Kiwi scientists have brought their pest-busting expertise to a spectacular Pacific atoll formerly owned by late legendary actor Marlon Brando.

David Weston flies NZ315 operated by Air Tahiti Nui from Papeete to Auckland.

The Prime Minister is believed to have had an unexpected pit stop in the Pacific en route to New York after a mid-air medical emergency forced it to land in Tahiti.

Cruise aficionado Tom O'Neil boards the Paul Gauguin for a luxurious cruise to French Polynesia.

The silence of nature and sea are soothing and offer great surroundings to reconnect with your better half, says Gina Bunton.

So here I was, neck-deep in Moorea's lagoon on an excursion that had promised ray and shark feeding, hoping not to be part of the menu.

Vanira is exactly how you imagine the jungley tropical seaside should be, and the two hectares of grounds really would take a lot of beating.

Villas are scattered over undulating hill slopes, offering garden and ocean views.

Elisabeth Easther and her son enjoy the festive cheer on board a freighter ship in the Pacific.

Elisabeth Easther and her son booked a passage on a freighter to explore the far-flung charms of French Polynesia’s Marquesas Islands.

When in Tahiti do as the locals do, writes Suzanne McFadden.

Whether you're on a tight budget or splashing out, the islands have it all.

Circling the colourful island of Tahiti, Paul Rush sees an impressionist painter's view everywhere.

Pamela Wade reckons Tahiti's waterfront 'roulottes' are the wheel deal for fine French fare and good times.

The verdant, colourful and exotic island of Moorea works its magic on Paul Rush.

A conman jailed for defrauding church-goers of $853k in a Nigerian oil scam has the 'delusional view' the scheme will 'deliver up riches'.

Pamela Wade embarks on a high-octane inland safari through Taihiti.

Honeymooners, if you’re looking for a romantic destination to relax after the flurry of your big day, you can’t beat an overwater bungalow in Tahiti.

Tahiti is a dream destination, perfect for those wanting to escape big city nonsense and enjoy some of the best diving and snorkelling in the world.