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I can help find properties in French Polynesia The islands of French Polynesia are a selection of volcanic islands and atolls strewn across the eastern South Pacific.  | Do you see yourself having lunch on this beautiful beach? |
The weather Since French Polynesia is located in the tropical zone of the southern hemisphere, the weather can only be described as "tropical". Also, being south of the equator, their seasons are opposite of those in the United States.
The winter season is May through October. During this period, the early morning low temperatures go no lower than the high 60's. The daytime highs are generally in the mid-80's. There is less rain during this time of year and a little less humidity than in the summer. However, being tropical, the humidity is usually 75 to 80%.
The summer season is November through April. At night, the low temperatures are usually in the mid-70's and daytime highs range anywhere from 85 to the low 90's. This is when they get their heaviest rainfall, which can reach as much as 15" in one month.  | Outstanding sunset in August |
History After decades of rivalries between Britain and France over the ownership of the islands of Tahiti, France declared the islands as a protectorate in 1843. In 1944, the islands were declared to be an overseas territory of France. On October 25, 1946, a decree by France allowed the Polynesians to manage their own public matters, while still maintaining institutional control. On July 22, 1957, the terrorial assembly is instituted in "French Polynesia" with control over such affairs as commerce, transportation, and education. In December 1958, France reclaims some of the controls lost to the formation of the territorial assembly the previous year. But in 1977, the responsibilities of the territorial assembly are returned to their 1957 level. A law passed on September 6, 1984, begins the first real move toward autonomy for French Polynesia. The statute recognized the identity and personality of French Polynesia, allowing it to its distinctive signs (such as flag and national anthem). The position of President of the Government is established, which placed local control of the government. The local government was also allowed to enter into international agreements. Additonal local government responsibilities were secondary education, postal and telecommunications. Additional autonomy was granted in 1996 and 1998. Today, French Polynesia is largely responsible for its own affairs, with some responsibilities remaining with France, such as currency and defense.  | Moorea: The dream Island |
Population 70% - Polynesian
10% - Polynesian/European
9% - European
4% - Chinese
4% - Polynesian/Chinese
3% - Polynesian/Other Travel AIRLINE RESERVATIONS:
There are several airlines to choose from for your flight to Tahiti. From Los Angeles, you can fly non-stop to Tahiti on the following airlines: Air Tahiti Nui
Air New Zealand
Air France
If flying non-stop is not a priority, you can usually find a reasonable fare on Hawaiian Air, which flies from Los Angeles to Honolulu and then to Papeete. When booking airfares that are not part of a package, ask your travel agent to check for the availability of discount tickets. Many travel agents have airline ticket discounters that they do business with and it can sometimes results in a substantial savings over the published fare.
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Language Although the official language of French Polynesia is French, the "unofficial" language, Tahitian, is spoken as much, if not more. It is not uncommon to hear locals speaking a combination of Tahitian and French. Because of the way the Tahitian language is pronounced, it is generally easier for Americans to pronounce Tahitian words than it is for them to pronounce words in French. Unlike French (or even English), there are no confusing rules about how words are pronounced. In Tahitian, each letter has a certain sound and that sound remains the same, no matter what the combination of letters. Some phrases Hello (general greeting) ---> Ia Orana (yo-rah-nah Thank you. ---> Mauruuru. (mah-roo-roo)
Bye bye. ---> Nana. (nah-nah) Do you speak English? ---> Ua ite oe i te parau Marite? (oo-ah ee-tay oh-ay ee tay pah- rah-oo mah-ree-tay)
I don't understand. ---> Aita i papu ia'u. (eye-tah ee pah-poo ee-ah-oo) What's your name? ---> O vai to oe i'oa? (oh vah-ee toh oh-ay ee-oh-ah)
My name is Chris. ---> O Chris to'u i'oa. (oh kris toh-oo ee-oh-ah) I am from America. ---> No te Fenua Marite mai vau. (noh tay feh-noo-ah mah-ree-tay my vah-oo) This is very good. ---> E mea maita'i roa teie. (ay may-ah my-tie roh-ah tay-ee-ay)
Do you want a drink? ---> Hina'aro oe e inu? (hee-nah-ah-roh oh-ay ay ee-noo)
Are you hungry? ---> Ua poia anei oe? (oo-ah poh-ee-ah ah-nay-ee oh-ay)
Yes ---> E (ay)
No ---> Aita (eye-tah) I love you. ---> Ua here vau ia oe. (oo-ah hay-ray ee-ah oh-ay) Click here for Currency Services HIFX HOME
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