Tahiti: Quick Facts

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Oct. 2, 2026

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Boats docked along the quayside near buildings with red roofs and a white church in Papeete, Tahiti, with lush green mountains in the background.

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Silhouetted yachts anchored on calm water at sunset in Papeete, Tahiti, with dramatic purple clouds and a golden sky.

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