Tahiti Tourisme November newsletter
A taste of upcoming events and experiences in Tahiti's paradisical islands.
- (1888PressRelease) November 23, 2011 - 2011 is looking to be a successful year for Tahiti Tourisme and we are pleased to announce that arrival figures to Tahiti and her islands have increased by 27% on average month on month since the beginning of 2011.
Here is a taste of what's new in Tahiti and her islands to entice more visitors to experience the white Polynesian shores….
-Tahiti Tourisme celebrated roadshow success
The Tahiti Tourisme Roadshow enjoyed a successful week of trade events across Manchester and London in September. The tourist board received a positive turnout of 86 agents and tour operators across the two Manchester and London events. Guests were indulged in a night of traditional Tahitian entertainment and food.
-Tahiti Tourisme UK sales and marketing manager, Sam Hancock said "the trade continues to be a major channel of communication to UK travellers for the destination and has a vital role in our overall strategy for tourism growth"
"Educating the trade is paramount to ensuring that UK consumers know the unique selling points of the destination and what it offers for all markets," Hancock said. For more information visit: tahiti-tourisme.co.uk
-Air Tahiti announces more flights to Marquesas in December
Air Tahiti, French Polynesia's domestic airline, announced more flights to the Marquesas Islands at the end of this year. The increased number of flights is mostly due to the Marquesas Islands Arts Festival, which takes place on 15th to 18th December on the island of Nuku Hiva. There will be 30 additional flights during that period. The Marquesas archipelago is located in the North East of French Polynesia, 1,500kms away from the island of Tahiti. For more information please visit: airtahitinui.com
-Paul Gauguin Cruises announces multimillion-dollar renovation
Paul Gauguin Cruises, operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, the m/s Paul Gauguin, announced the largest renovation in the ship's 14-year history. Scheduled for completion in January 2012, the US$7 million renovation will include extensive enhancements to both interior and exterior of the ship. For more information visit: pgcruises.com
-Bora Bora Liquid Festival
The Bora Bora Liquid Festival takes place annually in December and celebrates authentic Tahitian culture with an abundance of activities designed to transport you into the heart of French Polynesia.
Whether to compete or cheer on the world-class athletes, visitors will find their own slice of paradise in the multiple events, parties, activities and adventures planned throughout the festival. But the best part is it all takes place amidst the breath-taking beauty and island ambiance that make Bora Bora legendary. For more information visit: boraboraliquidfestival.com
-Giada de Laurentiis in Bora Bora
32 years ago, for the purpose of making his movie Hurricane, the famous Director Dino De Laurentiis built bungalows and facilities which would later become the Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach & Private Island.
In September of this year, the hotel was chosen by Giada, his granddaughter and also the host of the cooking show Giada at Home broadcasted on the Food Network in the United States for the filming of a special "Giada in Paradise " to be aired in January. A UK release is yet to be announced. For more information visit: foodnetwork.co.uk
-The spectacular transit of Venus in Tahiti
A rare and important phenomenon will occur in the beginning of June 2012, Venus will pass exactly between the earth and sun, crossing the disk of the solar star. After an eight year hiatus, this will be Venus' last performance of the century, with the next one not until 2117.
Experts have said that one of the best transit-entire-visibility viewpoints will be in the Pacific, between Tahiti and Japan. Therefore, Tahiti and her islands invite British astronomy fans to experience this natural phenomenon in at truly stunning natural setting. For more information please visit: tahiti-tourisme.co.uk
For more information on Tahiti and her islands visit tahiti-tourisme.co.uk
For further media information and images please contact:
Natalie Schofield, PR Senior Account Manager. Tel: 020 7367 0925
Email: natalie ( @ ) tahiti-tourisme dot co dot uk
Daniela Resenterra, PR Senior Account Executive. Tel: 020 7367 0971
Email: daniela ( @ ) tahiti-tourisme dot co.uk
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