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	French Polynesia Travel Tips
		Polynesia is roughly described as the "triangle" with the northern point in the islands of Hawai'i, the southeast at Easter Island, and to the southwest at New Zealand.
		French Polynesia is an overseas territory of France.
		The 118 islands of French Polynesia are specks in the vast South Pacific Ocean.
	www.southtravels.com /pacific/frenchpolynesia/traveltips.html (4082 words)

	French Polynesia - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
		French Polynesia (French: Polynésie française, Tahitian: Porinetia Farani) is a French "overseas collectivity" (French: collectivité d'outre-mer, or COM) with the particular designation of "overseas country" (French: pays d'outre-mer, or POM) in the southern Pacific Ocean.
		In 2002, 69% of the population of French Polynesia lived in the island of Tahiti alone.
		French Polynesia has a University, the Université de la Polynésie Française (UPF, "University of French Polynesia"), located in Faa'a, Tahiti.It is a small university counting around 2,000 students.
	www.arikah.net /encyclopedia/French_Polynesia (1017 words)

	The People of French Polynesia - French Polynesia - Oceania: cost living, number private, canoe racing, french ...
		French Polynesia had a population of 257,847 in 2002, yielding an average population density of 61 persons per sq km (158 per sq mi).
		Although French and Tahitian (a language of the Malayo-Polynesian family of Austronesian languages) are both official languages, French is the language used in government and commerce.
		Education in French Polynesia is compulsory between the ages of 6 and 16.
	www.countriesquest.com /oceania/french_polynesia/the_people_of_french_polynesia.htm (345 words)

	French Polynesia, People of French Polynesia
		Music: The Tahitian Choir's recording, which came in the form of himene tarava, recorded by Pascal Nabet-Meyer became a massive hit in the region and initiated the origin of music within the land of French Polynesia.
		The flag of French Polynesia was officially accepted during the year 1984.
		The economic growth of French Polynesia largely depends on commodities that are imported within the region, from tourism and from the financial aid delivered by France.
	www.mapsofworld.com /country-profile/french-polynesia-economy-people-culture-flag.html (605 words)

	French Polynesia Travel Agencies, ASFA Members, travel agents for cheap airline tickets and discount air fares
		French Polynesia (French: Polynésie française, Tahitian: Porinetia Farani) is a French "overseas collectivity" (French: collectivité d'outre-mer, or COM) with the particular designation of "overseas country" (French: pays d'outre-mer, or POM) in the southern Pacific Ocean.
		French Polynesia has a moderately developed economy, which is dependent on imported goods, tourism, and the financial assistance of mainland France.
		In 2002, 69% of the population of French Polynesia lived in the island of Tahiti alone.
	www.specialfares.net /country.php?country=251 (1026 words)

	Culture of French Polynesia - History and ethnic relations, Urbanism, architecture, and the use of space (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		French Polynesian identity is more Polynesian than French, but many residents are proud of their relationship to French culture and feel a kinship with French-speaking cultures throughout the world.
		French Polynesians have a fairly high standard of living that is maintained through the money they receive from French entitlement programs, including the elderly pension/retirement system and the family allocation system.
		Musical performance is widely practiced, and a favorite activity is to sit with friends and family after supper and sing old classic ballads as a group, accompanied by ukulele, guitar, and spoons.
	www.everyculture.com /Cr-Ga/French-Polynesia.html (3558 words)

	Culture
		Guitars and ukuleles made their way into Polynesia and the locals developed a unique song style that owes much to country and western music in form but has a distinctive South Pacific island groove.
		French Polynesia has a unique culinary tradition, with old South Pacific cooking methods combining with French gastronomy and Italian and Chinese influences.
		In French Polynesia this kind of oven is called an ahimaa and the feast is called a tamaaraa.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /fr_polynesia/about_destin/culture.html (358 words)

	French Polynesia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The islands of French Polynesia have a total land area of 4,167 square kilometres (1,622 sq. mi) scattered over 2,500,000 square kilometres (965,255 sq. mi) of ocean.
		Total population at the 2002 census was 245,405 inhabitants, 83% of whom are Polynesian, 12% white, and 5% East Asian (mainly Chinese).
		French is the official language of French Polynesia.*
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/French_Polynesia (1221 words)

	Oceania Project: French Polynesia
		Tuamotu archipelago, occupying the largest region of French Polynesia, is located to the east of the Society Islands and consists of eighty atolls.
		The situation of French Polynesia in the seventies was compared to that of New Zealand in the fifties, except that Maori at that time had at least a toe hold in the school system.
		French Polynesia is given "internal autonomy": a directly elected legislature, with control over local affairs, is headed by a High Commissioner representing the French Republic, who is in charge of relations, justice, defense and currency.
	www.eirelink.com /classweb/frpolyn.htm (2360 words)

	French Polynesia
		The islands of French Polynesia have a total land area of 4,167 km² (1,622 sq.
		French Polynesia has a University, the Université de la Polynésie Française (UPF, "University of French Polynesia"), located in Faa'a, Tahiti.
		Polynesia : American Samoa · Cook Islands · French Polynesia · Hawaii · New Zealand · Niue · Pitcairn · Samoa · Tokelau · Tonga · Tuvalu · Wallis and Futuna
	www.brainyencyclopedia.com /encyclopedia/f/fr/french_polynesia.html (978 words)

	Visitor Info
		French Polynesia is readily accessible by air from most parts of the world; the exception is the rest of the Pacific.
		Getting around the islands of French Polynesia can be done by boat or air, though access to some of the remote islands can be difficult and unreliable.
		The French government kicks in some financial support so domestic air travel is not as expensive as you might expect, but distances between some island groups are great and these flights are costly.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /fr_polynesia/about_destin/visitorinfo.html (1247 words)

	DiveTravel.com / French Polynesia Diving Tours, French Polynesia Scuba Tours, French Polynesia Dive Adventures (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		French Polynesia lies about 2400 miles south of Honolulu, Hawaii in the South Pacific Ocean.
		French Polynesia has 115 islands and atolls located within five island groups.
		The average temperature is 79°F. Government: French Polynesia is a French Overseas Territory with a French High Commissioner in residence and a locally-elected Territorial Assembly.
	www.divetravel.com /destinations/polynesia.asp (461 words)

	French Polynesia dumps president Temaru - Breaking News - World - Breaking News
		French Polynesia's parliament has ousted President Oscar Temaru in a censure vote after months of protests over the cost of living.
		The French territory includes Tahiti and the group of islands is supported by Paris.
		French Polynesia's parliament of 58 deputies, 29 autonomist deputies, who support former president Gaston Flosse of France's centre-right Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) party, passed the motion on Thursday.
	www.smh.com.au /news/World/French-Polynesia-dumps-president-Temaru/2006/12/14/1165685791052.html (203 words)

	French Polynesia Press Releases
		FRENCH Polynesia's presidential palace in Papeete has been seized by members of the former Intervention Group of Polynesia, Radio New Zealand reported today.
		FRENCH Polynesia's presidential palace in Papeete has been seized by members of the former Intervention Group of Polynesia, Radio New Zealand reported today." /> NEWS.com.au Network NEWS.com.au FOX SPORTS...
		Accor is re-launching and re-naming its Sofitel hotels in French Polynesia after investing over US$80 million in the upgrading of the four resorts on the beautiful islands of Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora.
	www.topix.net /world/french-polynesia/pr (1454 words)

	French Polynesia - Society Islands - Tahiti Tourism - Marquesas Islands
		French Polynesia a collection of 118 islands covers a vast area of the southeastern Pacific Ocean, just about the size of Europe.
		Divided among five archipelagoes: the volcanic Society Islands, also called the islands under the wind (in the west) and the wind islands (in the east), with the well known island of Tahiti, the Tuamotu Archipelago, the Gambier Islands, the Marquesas Islands, and the coral Tubuai Islands (Austral Islands).
		Founded in 1987, the French University of the Pacific has two university centers, one in New Caledonia, the other in French Polynesia.
	www.nationsonline.org /oneworld/french_polynesia.htm (959 words)

	French Polynesia Travel - World Travel Guides - French Polynesia and Tahiti
		If the magical islands of French Polynesia are on your itinerary, here is the perfect traveling companion.
		Hidden Tahiti and French Polynesia is the ultimate insider's guide to the wonders of this South Pacific paradise.
		French Polynesia boasts legendary topside beauty and a variety of diving adventures.
	www.almudo.com /French-Polynesia-Travel.htm (958 words)

	French Polynesia Hotel - Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora French Polynesia
		Among the prestigious hotels established in Bora Bora, the Maitai Polynesia is located in a most ideal spot on the exceptional headland of Matira Point.
		The Maitai Polynesia is the only "intermediate" category hotel in Bora Bora offering full service at an incredible value for money.
		Located in one of the greatest spots, the Maitai Polynesia is the only hotel on the island of Bora Bora to propose air-conditioned rooms.
	www.southtravels.com /pacific/frenchpolynesia/maitaipolynesia/index.html (659 words)

	Reference.com/Encyclopedia/French Polynesia
		Politics of French Polynesia takes place in a framework of a parliamentary representative democratic French overseas collectivity, whereby the President of French Polynesia is the head of government, and of a pluriform multi-party system.
		French Polynesia has five administrative subdivisions (French: subdivisions administratives):
		The legal tender of French Polynesia is the CFP franc; merchants have been reported to accept other currencies very readily, but many tourists have been disappointed and inconvenienced through assuming they can use U.S. dollars and other foreign currencies.
	www.reference.com /browse/wiki/French_Polynesia (1016 words)

	Cabin Yacht Charter in French Polynesia
		Children chatted happily to us in very pristine french as we took in the comfortable life of the village.
		If I had to summarize what French Polynesia had to offer, it would be the reverence for simple pleasures made of water, sunlight and flowers.
		French Polynesia wraps its friendliness and beauty around you until you view its charms with the uncomplicated eyes of the child within.
	travellady.com /Issues/Issue66/66T-Cabin_Charter_Polynesia.htm (2747 words)

	Music of Tahiti - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Prior to the arrival of Europeans, the music of Tahiti was dominated by festivals called heiva.
		They were replaced instead by genres of Christian music such as himene tarava.The word 'himene' is derived from the English word 'hymn' (Tahiti was first colonized by the English).
		Likewise, the harmonies and tune characteristics / 'strophe patterns' of much of the music of Polynesia is western in style and derived originally from missionary influence via hymns and other church music.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Music_of_Tahiti (315 words)

	BBC - Weather Centre - World Weather - Country Guides - French Polynesia
		This overseas French territory in the South Pacific comprises the Gambier, Marquesas, Society, Tuamotu, and Tubuai Islands.
		Tahiti, in the Society Islands, is large and well known for its mountainous landscapes, but many of the islands in French Polynesia are merely flat coral reefs and atolls.
		The tables for Papeete on Tahiti and Makatea in the Tuamotu group of islands are representative of French Polynesia.
	www.bbc.co.uk /weather/world/country_guides/results.shtml?tt=TT004960 (229 words)

	The Beauty of Tahiti
		The outer coral islands of French Polynesia are known as the only source of the famous Tahitian fl pearls.
		We travel to the Tuamotu coral islands of French Polynesia where the famous fl pearls are farmed.
		Tahiti (also known as French Polynesia), an island of the South Pacific known as a pleasure-lovers paradise, has become as much of a pearl-lovers paradise.
	www.tahitijewelers.com (617 words)

	Ex-French Polynesia leader convicted - Breaking News - World - Breaking News
		French Polynesia's former long-time leader has been convicted of corruption.
		The former president ruled the French Pacific territory for much of the past 20 years until being unseated by independence advocate Oscar Temaru last year.
		Flosse is an ally of the French government.
	www.smh.com.au /news/World/ExFrench-Polynesia-leader-convicted/2006/06/22/1150845296728.html (190 words)

	French Kicks - Free Music Downloads - MP3 Downloads - Download.com Music
		French Kicks can not be accused of musical laziness.
		For this band experimentation and self-discovery are the whole game, and the results of their continued explorations have set them in a category all their own, and earned them a dedicated audience.
		From the time they began as a raucous four piece with a singing drummer, to the more refined, intricate and subtle experimental pop band they are today, French Kicks have taken that experimentation always further, consistently trying to surprise and surpass themselves with each new chapter.
	music.download.com /frenchkicks/3600-8591-100400400.html (265 words)

	French Polynesia Restaurants and Dining Destinations on Concierge.com
		There are just six tables (one is located on the upper floor—try to snag it if you can), so reserve at least a month in advance or hope your concierge has a hookup.
		It has been called pretentious—and some meals are a bit fussy—but Rangiroa's expat French community likes choices such as green-papaya gratin, curry of pearl oysters (locally called korori), and Parmentier of fish with sweet potatoes.
		Live music, both Western and Tahitian, is played in the bandstand area on evenings and weekends.
	www.concierge.com /destination/frenchpolynesia/eating (818 words)

	Tahiti - French Polynesia - Mark Moxon, Travel Writer
		Papeete, the capital of French Polynesia, the biggest settlement on Tahiti and the only place in the territory that can be called a city (the population is around 150,000) is a mixed bag.
		Many older women in Polynesia are huge, and wear these awful Mother Hubbard dresses that the missionaries brought in to cover up the previously naked natives.
		I had been told that Polynesian men like their women on the large side, and that being fat is regarded as a good thing, not the social stigma it is in the fat-free consciousness of the western world: I thought this was a particularly healthy attitude.
	www.moxon.net /french_polynesia/tahiti.html (1982 words)

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		Included separately is a PDF file of the music for solo French Horn.
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	Top 20 Encyclopedia
		French Polynesia (French: Polynésie française, Tahitian: Porinehia Farani) is a French "overseas country" (French: pays d'outre-mer, or POM) in the southern Pacific Ocean.
		Windward Islands (French: (les) Îles du Vent or officially la subdivision adminstrative des Îles du Vent) (the two subdivisions administratives Windward Islands and Leeward Islands are part of the Society Islands)
		Leeward Islands (French: (les) Îles Sous-le-Vent or officially la subdivision adminstrative des Îles Sous-le-Vent) (the two subdivisions administratives Windward Islands and Leeward Islands are part of the Society Islands)
	encyc.connectonline.com /index.php/French_Polynesia (975 words)

	Dolmetsch Online - Music Dictionary Mp - Mz
		Music I, II, III and IV in 1957, Max Mathews, an acoustic researcher at Bell Telephone Laboratories in Murray Hill, New Jersey, wrote Music I and used it to generate the first examples of digital audio.
		Since music of the time primarily meant vocal music, it was natural for theorists to make analogies between the composition of music and the composition of oratory or poetry.
		Their music is a mixture of native, African and European elements, and is closely connected with trends from neighboring islands like Martinique, Trinidad and Guadeloupe, as well as the mainland former Dutch possession of Suriname, which has exported kaseko music to great success on the islands.
	www.dolmetsch.com /defsm3.htm (12927 words)

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