The "Vaapiti" double-hulled canoe in the shallow waters off the coast of Moorea. Vaapiti/dpa-tmn Sailing is all about balance. I step over the narrow bow of the bug to take the outstretched hand of ...

There is now ample time to craft your French Polynesia vacation with Paul Gauguin. The cruise line has opened bookings for 2025 sailings so those who like to plan well in advance can start now. Paul ...

Molokai resident Penny Rawlins Martin recalled that months before the maiden voyage of the double-hull sailing canoe Hōkūle‘a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Cassidy Randall writes on adventure, travel, and the natural world. May 29, 2025, 12:15pm EDT Off the island of Raiatea in Tahiti, ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Sister canoes Hokulea and Hikianalia are on their way to Tahiti. In an emotional and exciting day in Hilo, crews said a hui hou to friends and family as conditions were ...

Windstar Cruises plans to have two ships sailing in French Polynesia starting in March 2027. Wind Star will join Star Breeze to sail year-round in French Polynesia, offering Windstar’s most expansive ...

Travelers can now reserve these small-ship Tahiti voyages early and enjoy a limited-time Early Booking Offer on Windstar’s signature yacht-style experience Travelers who plan ahead can take advantage ...

Join us as we embark on a sailing journey to the Tuamotu Islands in French Polynesia, navigating challenges as Nikki deals with an allergic rash. With less than a day left at sea, we set our course ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Wendy Altschuler is a seasoned travel and adventure writer and author. If you’ve always thought that a vacation on a yacht was out ...