If you need all the more reasons to add The Islands of Tahiti to your travel bucket list, these recently announced hotel openings and restaurant offerings will be sure to encourage you to book a trip right away! Cruise travellers will be thrilled to hear about two new hotels both conveniently located close to the ferry terminal in Papeete, the boutique eco-hotel Kon Tiki Tahiti and the colourful, soon-to-open Maitai Express Tahiti.
Food enthusiasts will be thrilled to hear about the new partnership with 2-star Michelin Chef Bruno Oger at InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa and the new vegan menus at luxury eco-resort The Brando.
Kon Tiki Tahiti Hotel opening
If you’re planning on a cruising holiday exploring the French Polynesian holidays, a stay at the Kon Tiki Tahiti is the perfect spot to stay the night before embarking on a cruise ship. This unique boutique hotel, which opened on the 1st of October offers travellers an enchanting oasis highlighting all that is quintessentially Tahitian. The décor, food and vibes will give you a warm welcome to the islands before you venture out to explore the rest of the 117 islands of The Islands of Tahiti.
The hotel features 25 studios, 15 standard rooms and 15 cabins suitable for solo travellers, families, or friends. The hotel also has a panoramic rooftop restaurant revealing a breathtaking view of Tahiti and the sister island Moorea. The relaxing atmosphere will give you the chance to get into the Polynesian holiday mood while sipping on a tropical cocktail and watching the sunset.
As with many other hotels in the destination, sustainability was at the helm of the design of the Kon Tiki Tahiti. The hotel is fitted with Stopsol glass which reduces solar heat by 65%, hygiene products in the hotel are made with locally based Monoi oil, and the hotel has a waste management system as well as regular training for the staff in water and energy consumption.
Opening of a 4th Maitai hotel in Tahiti
Another great spot to stay before heading out exploring the waters of The Islands of Tahiti on your cruise is the soon-to-open Maitai Express Tahiti. The 2-star superior category hotel which is planned to open in March 2023, is the fourth to open in the destination, in addition to the beautifully designed Maitai hotels in Huahine, Bora Bora and Rangiroa.Located a 3-minute walk from the ferry terminal and market in Papeete, the Maitai Express Tahiti has 56 rooms of 17 m² and 8 suites of 43 m² (incl. a 6 m² balcony), spread over five floors and it’s colourful and Polynesian design will be the perfect spot to start your trip in The Islands of Tahiti.
Render of Maitai Lapita Village Huahine
InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa Partnership with 2-Star Michelin Chef Bruno Oger
With its verdant gardens, natural aquarium, and glorious views of the volcanic peaks of the island of Moorea, the InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa is a South Pacific paradise. The beautiful swimming pools and an indulgent spa offer a stylish way to relax.
You can enjoy watersports, explore the local market for handicrafts, then sink into a lounger and soak up the tropical sun. Finish the day by sipping signature cocktails at the lively Tiki Bar. and dine on freshly caught seafood in their fabulous restaurants.The restaurant Le Lotus has announced a menu created by Bruno Oger, a 2-star Michelin French chef at La Villa Archange in Cannes. His cuisine is based on sea products, plants and herbs that he uses in Tahiti, adapting and using local products. Working alongside Chef Jacques di Guisto, the recognised expert chef will be overseeing the execution of new dishes and training of culinary staff throughout the year.
Bruno Oger is perfectly in line with the philosophy of the InterContinental Hotel chain in French Polynesia, working as much as possible in short circuits, favouring local and organic products. Le Lotus restaurant is an overwater restaurant overlooking neighbouring Moorea and gives guests the ultimate Tahitian culinary experience.
The Brando announces new vegan menus
The Brando is a unique luxury resort on French Polynesia’s breathtakingly beautiful private island of Tetiaroa – an atoll composed of a dozen small islands surrounding a sparkling lagoon 30 miles northeast of Tahiti. The Brando offers carefree luxury in the midst of pristine nature. With access to the island by private plane, the resort features 35 villas on white-sand beaches frequented by sea turtles, manta rays and exotic birds. The resort was designed to reflect Polynesian lifestyles and culture.
Pierre Lecorne, executive chef at The Brando, and Polynesian chef Hereiti Seaman worked together on local food compositions, using some of the produce from the garden to integrate healthier and vegan dishes into all the menus.
At the Nami Teppanyaki, for example, the menu will include vegetable tempura, vegetarian spring rolls with taro, mushrooms and pota, and Japanese pasta with green tea.
At Les Mutinés restaurant, there is a vegan menu, but also custom-made vegan dishes based on the fresh produce available.
The Beachcomber Café with its exceptional lagoon and ocean views has also incorporated vegan dishes on its menu.
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Tahiti Tourisme is the DMO (Destination Marketing Organization) for the country of French Polynesia, more commonly known as The Islands of Tahiti. Comprising 118 breathtaking islands, and the original home of the overwater bungalow, The Islands of Tahiti is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most beautiful and desirable holiday destinations.
Tahiti Tourisme oversees all marketing, advertising, public relations, promotions, events and travel trade programs globally. With the primary mission of increasing visitor arrivals to The Islands of Tahiti, this economic interest group is composed of a local team working with 12 representative offices worldwide to reach 18 international markets.
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