Japan Airlines has launched a new luggage delivery service that will save you from having to lug your belongings on public transport upon arrival in Tokyo. The same-day service is available to anyone arriving at Haneda Airport Terminal 3, regardless of whether you flew in with the airline. The initiative was set up to help with congestion on public transport in the city, and I can’t help but wonder why other airlines at capital cities are not offering a similar solution.
Pick your paradise: Where to go in French Polynesia
19.12.2024 - 18:09 / lonelyplanet.com / Bora Bora
Dec 19, 2024 • 6 min read
How do you picture yourself on your dream vacation? Relaxing on the deck of an overwater bungalow? Scuba diving next to dolphins, sharks and rays? Digging into local history and culture? You can do it all and more in French Polynesia.
Most people associate French Polynesia with luxury travel and high-end resorts, and while this is definitely part of the draw, these islands have so much more to offer. Whether you're an adventure seeker, ocean lover or cultural enthusiast, here are some of the best places to visit in French Polynesia.
When it comes to French Polynesia, the first place that comes to mind for most people is Bora Bora. The most romantic of the islands, Bora Bora is known for its luxurious resorts with overwater bungalows, which also makes it one of the best places in French Polynesia for a honeymoon.
For a true luxury escape in Bora Bora, make sure to stay on one of the resorts located on a motu (island) surrounding the main island. This way, you will get postcard views of Bora Bora with Mount Otemanu and the azure lagoon. The Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora offers these camera-worthy views, plus, if you really want to splurge, they also have over-water bungalows with pools as well as decks, allowing you to both swim on your balcony and jump off of it.
Insider tip: Bora Bora’s resorts are quite expensive, but if you travel outside of the high season, you are more likely to find a deal.
French Polynesia has lots of incredible experiences to offer visitors, but by far one of the best is whale watching in Mo’orea. From July to November, humpback whales visit the waters around this island and can be spotted regularly, sometimes even inside the lagoon.
There are plenty of local companies in Mo’orea that will take you for a morning or afternoon to see and even swim alongside these magical creatures. Marine wildlife experts cite concerns that swimming with whales can disrupt their regular feeding, resting and breeding behaviors. Fortunately, the activity is heavily regulated in French Polynesia, where whales are protected public ordinance. Group sizes are limited and guides join each group to keep participants in check. It is a magical experience to see these absolutely massive mammals rise from the blue in front of you. Plus, if you're really lucky, you’ll also hear them sing.
Insider tip: The best time to see the whales in Mo’orea is August to October – this is when you are most likely to see mothers and their calves.
If you are thinking about renting a car and exploring an island, then Huahine is the place to go. It’s one of the larger society islands but can still be explored by car in a day. There is a lot to see and do from archaeological sites to sandy beaches and snorkel
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