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In the News (Fri 27 Nov 09)

  
  Papeete
Papeete is the bustling capital of Tahiti and her islands, and contains the Government offices, hospitals, banks, telecommunications centres, airlines, travel agencies, boutiques and fl pearl shops.
Reputed as the South Seas heart of hedonism, Papeete by night is when nightclubs swing into action and the sounds of disco and jazz compete with the pulsating rhythm of the "tamure", Tahiti tantalising national dance.
Papeete public market is in every sense the heart of the city, for it is where Tahitian families come to shop.
www.janeresture.com /tahiti_papeete/index.htm   (454 words)

  
 Papeete Airport
Click here for details of the Papeete Airport Company's luggage storage facility.
Passenger must be able to walk up and down 30 steps to exit and to board the aircraft.
PAPEETE - LOS ANGELES - NEW YORK - PARIS - TOKYO - OSAKA - AUCKLAND - SYDNEY
www.airtahitinui-usa.com /Airports/papeete.asp   (0 words)

  
  The Weather Network · Traveller's Info · Papeete   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Papeete is located on the northwest coast of Tahiti, and is bordered by the South Pacific Ocean.
Papeete is the capital city of French Polynesia and is said by many to be the political and economic heart of the country.
Cooled by trade winds and just across from Papeete Harbour, it's a wonderful place for strolls among the flowers and for watching singers and dancers during the traditional "Heiva" festival.
www.theweathernetwork.com /features/travellers/pages/PFXX0001.htm   (288 words)

  
  Papeete - LoveToKnow 1911
PAPEETE, the capital of the Pacific island of Tahiti, and the chief port and trading centre, and the seat of government of the French establishments in Oceania.
The town, lying on the north-west coast of the island, on a beautiful harbour entered by two passages through the protecting reef, and backed by five mountains, is French in character as far as concerns the richer quarters.
Of the entrances to the harbour, which is of fair extent and depth, that of Papeete has about seven fathoms depth; that of Taunoa is shallower, though wider and more convenient.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /Papeete   (132 words)

  
 The Tahiti Traveler - Papeete city guide, map, photos
Papeete is the major city of Tahiti and the capital of French Polynesia.
At that time, the expansion of the city was going fast and the bay of Papeete had become a large harbour.
Papeete has sometimes a bad reputation because of the heavy traffic, concrete buildings made in the 60’s and pollution.
www.thetahititraveler.com /islandguide/tahitipapeete.asp   (246 words)

  
 Discover Papeete
Papeete, as the administrative and economic capital of French Polynesia, is first and foremost a port city making it possible for Tahiti to open up to the outside world.
While Papeete has not much character from the architectural viewpoint, visitors should not fail to pay a visit to the marketplace.
And at night, the wharf turns into a lively place when the "roulottes", or vans operating as mobile restaurants, prepare for their evening activities: local specialties as well as French, Chinese, specialties, etc., are proposed to suit all tastes and proved tasty, inexpensive meals.
www.infotahiti.com /PapeeteA.htm   (235 words)

  
 Papeete, few impressions from Capitol of Tahiti Photo Gallery by Thomas on Islands at pbase.com
Pape`ete is to Tahiti what Honolulu is to Hawaii.
This is the urban center of the archipelago and the residence of the government.
Papeete's official web page is still only in French, there is not even a Tahitian version...
www.pbase.com /goislands/2006_01_14_papeete   (322 words)

  
 Papeete Accommodation & Travel Information, Tahiti, South Pacific Islands - Jasons Travel Channel   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The political heart of Tahiti and her islands, the bustling capital of Papeete lines the Boulevard Pomare waterfront, spreading several blocks inland.
Papeete is growing rapidly, but is still small enough to explore on foot.
Papeete swings into action at night, with plenty of sidewalk bars and nightclubs to choose from.
www.jasons.com /tahiti-and-islands/papeete-travel-guide   (496 words)

  
 Travel | Say bonjour to perfect Papeete
But we all must start somewhere, and when travelling to French Polynesia, Papeete is the town – city would be too strong a word – where regional carrier Air Tahiti Nui disgorges its passengers.
The French flavour of the island is more evident outside the market, where cafes with red sunshades and wicker chairs serve hair-raisingly strong espressos, as well as omelettes, steak-frites and delicious baguettes reminiscent of those sold in Paris.
Flights to and from the outlying islands depart from Papeete airport.
www.news.com.au /travel/story/0,23483,21235925-27977,00.html   (1147 words)

  
 Dockwise Yacht Transport
Tahiti is the largest island with Papeete as the capital of the Territory situated on the Northwest coast with a harbour sheltered by reefs.
It's the part of the island most visitors see, if only in passing: Papeete's Faaa Airport handles all international flights and many inter-island planes, and many of the cruise and freighter excursions begin at Papeete's harbor.
Papeete is one of few places in French Polynesia where things remain lively well into the night.
www.yacht-transport.com /index.php?sid=55   (679 words)

  
 TAHITI EXPLORER - Tahiti and Papeete the capital city of French Polynesia. Tahiti Hotels, Tahiti Resorts and Tahiti ...
Papeete, the capital and commercial hub of French Polynesia, hosts the government offices, hospitals, banks, airline and travel agencies, boutiques and
This is funky dinning on hard stools amongst locals, tourists, airline crews etc..where the sights are almost as good as the food.
A busy small city, Papeete hums with happy sounds in a tropical atmosphere with French flavor and a Tahitian easygoing disposition.
www.tahiti-explorer.com /tahiti_ppt.html   (981 words)

  
 CLIA - Cruise Line International Association
Papeete is bordered by an aqua-blue sea and gorgeous beaches laced with palm trees.
But at the same time, the citizens are welcoming, and everywhere you go in Papeete is a place of beauty and tranquility.
The food in the city is delicious, and all of the beaches accessible from Papeete are gorgeous and offer a plethora of water sports.
www.cruising.org /planyourcruise/wwdest/overview.cfm?recordID=32   (417 words)

  
 Tahitian Princess Cruise - Papeete
The cruise started and ended in Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia.
We used to book shore excursions solely though the cruise line, but recently started planning our own tours and complementing those with shore excursions through the cruise line.
Papeete is one of the best places to purchase them, as you'll learn in your reading.
home.comcast.net /~cruise-99/tahiti/html/papeete.html   (386 words)

  
 Complete Guide to Tahiti and her Capital City, Papeete - Tahiti Sun Travel Network & Dream-Islands.com
Also, Papeete's nightlife and entertainment scene, details on the bars and clubs, dancing and partying, billiards, and the gambling scene.
Papeete: a unique city, location, weather (and when to travel), tradewinds and cyclones, beaches, nudity, population, religion, economy, languages, government, and politics.
Capital city of Papeete information, how to prepare best, what to pack and why, weather (and when to travel), mosquitos, money management, renting and booking cars, and lots more.
www.papeete.com   (1350 words)

  
 Papeete - Search Results - MSN Encarta
Melville was born on August 1, 1819, in New York, into a family that had declined in the world.
In 1837 he shipped to Liverpool as a cabin boy.
Papeete is a cosmopolitan city with a strong Western influence; its residents enjoy French cuisine and eat mainly imported food.
uk.encarta.msn.com /Papeete.html   (95 words)

  
 tahiti and moorea map and information page
Tahiti is a rich green, mountainous island (volcanic in origin), with some rugged peaks exceeding 2,000 meters in height.
Over 60% of all residents of French Polynesia live on the island, in and around the capital city of Papeete.
Capital City Papeete (27,000), with an estimated (151,500) on the island of Tahiti
www.worldatlas.com /webimage/countrys/oceania/tahiti.htm   (399 words)

  
 Getting to and around Tahiti and Papeete- Tahiti Sun Travel Network
Papeete is a world renowned international port and sailing destination for many people touring the South Seas.
Nevertheless, taxis are numerous and quite dependable and a common form of transportation, especially in Papeete.
For most, your hotel or pension is the easiest and fastest way to get your rental going.) For those penny pinchers and self arrangers, you may save a buck or two, but you'll definately have to work for it.
www.papeete.com /gethere.html   (1975 words)

  
 Le Tahiti Traveler - Guide de Papeete - Carte, photos
Papeete est la plus grande ville de Tahiti et la capitale de Polynésie française.
A cette époque, l'expansion de la ville était importante et la baie de Papeete était devenue un grand port.
Papeete a parfois une mauvaise réputation due aux problèmes de circulation, à la pollution et à l'architecture peu esthétique des bâtiments en béton construits dans les années 1960.
www.letahititraveler.com /islandguide/tahitipapeete.asp   (274 words)

  
 Papeete, Tahiti   (Site not responding. Last check: )
From the time we left the runway in Papeete until we set down in Moorea was 6 minutes.
About 20 minutes later they told us that they could not fly all of us to Manihi (about 30 minutes away) because the plane would be too heavy in the rain.
The people from Papeete got to go first and the rest of us waited for the plane to come back.
donanddawn.com /donanddawn/moav/tahiti.htm   (3304 words)

  
 Papeete, Tahiti
Papeete is a dirty and crowded port town with very little charm.
We decided to stay until midnight in the crappy Royal Papeete Hotel since we figured that even five hours of sleep would be better than none.
We knew that we'd be coming back to the Papeete Airport at 1am and that there was a 6am flight 5 hours later to Bora Bora.
www.immell.com /Pages/BTDT/Asia/Papeete/Papeete.html   (2126 words)

  
 tahiti and moorea map and information page
Tahiti is a rich green, mountainous island (volcanic in origin), with some rugged peaks exceeding 2,000 meters in height.
Over 60% of all residents of French Polynesia live on the island, in and around the capital city of Papeete.
Capital City Papeete (27,000), with an estimated (151,500) on the island of Tahiti
worldatlas.com /webimage/countrys/oceania/tahiti.htm   (399 words)

  
 Flights to Papeete, French Polynesia from All Airports - Flight Comparison.co.uk
The flights to Papeete may not be available at the listed price on the particular dates you wish to travel - they may even only be available for a day or two during the month.
French Polynesia, a fantastic tropical region with some of the best surf in the known world, is home to the island of Tahiti, a landmass easily said to be circular if it wasn't for the broad peninsula extending from its southeastern corner.
All of this is easily ignored if you're traveling to the island's capital, Papeete, though once one finds him- or herself at ground level, what were seen as oddities from above, seem downright attractive when upon the earth.
www.flightcomparison.co.uk /flightcomparison/flights/flypapeeteppt.htm   (398 words)

  
 Princess Cruises : Ports of Call : Papeete, Tahiti   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Papeete, capital of Tahiti, is the chief port and trading center.
Today the island is a charming blend of Polynesian "joie de vivre" and Gallic sophistication.
But venture out from Papeete, and you'll find a landscape of rugged mountains, lush rain forests, cascading waterfalls and deserted beaches.
www.princess.com /ports/PPT_X.html   (161 words)

  
 Hotels in Papeete
Situated on the western side of Papeete Bay with views across the lagoon towards Moorea, this resort is conveniently located less than 3 km from both the...
In downtown Papeete, this hotel is two blocks from the Cathedral Church and the Museum of Black Pearls.
Overlooking a lagoon and private beach on Tahiti?s west coast, this resort is five km from downtown Papeete.
www.expedia.co.uk /daily/hotels/FrenchPolynesia/Papeete.asp   (309 words)

  
 Papeete, Tahiti
We’re anchored in Papeete Harbor, Tahiti, French Polynesia.
Around us lies the city of Papeete and off to the left across the harbor we have an unobstructed view of the island of Moorea.
The city of Papeete is clean and bright.
www.motivation-tools.com /hunky-dory/june20-89.htm   (868 words)

  
 Papeete travel guide
Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia and the most important 'urban centre'.
Papeete has a very colourful market and a number of museums, the most popular being the Museum of Tahiti and Other Islands with its comprehensive collection of cultural artifacts, and the Musee du Coquillage.
The Harrison Smith Botanical Gardens reflect the variety of plants Smith brought to Tahiti and propagated to diversify the local vegetation and diet of the local people.
www.world66.com /australiaandpacific/frenchpolynesia/tahiti/papeete   (234 words)

  
 Hotels in Papeete French Polynesia - Discount and Current Rates for Papeete French Polynesia Hotels - Papeete Hotels
Choose Hotels in Downtown Papeete or the surrounding area and Nearby Cities.
The guest rooms are spacious, with queen size or twin beds, with a first floor balcony and a ground floor...
Sofitel Tahiti Resort is located on the west coast of Tahiti, a few minutes drive from downtown Papeete, and about 2 miles from the airport.
www.onetravelsource.com /guide_hotels/PF/_/Papeete   (249 words)

  
 Papeete Hotels - Hotels in Papeete - Ep-Ic.com
In many cases we guarantee the best price on all Papeete Hotels.
InterContinental Resort Tahiti is located six miles from Papeete and the Market Place and approximately one mile from FAAA International Airport.
With spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Papeete Harbor the Sheraton Hotel Tahiti is two miles from the cruise ship docks and is just minutes from Faa??a International Airport.
www.ep-ic.com /International/French-Polynesia/Papeete/index.html   (104 words)

  
 Papeete, Moorea & Bora Bora   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Accommodation: Papeete, Royal Tahitien (Standard), Sofitel Maeva Beach (First Class), InterContinental Resort Tahiti (Deluxe) for one night.
Transfer to Papeete Airport for your flight to Moorea.
Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Papeete to connect with your onward flight out of Tahiti.
www.newmansvacations.com /tahiti/pmb8.html   (201 words)

  
 Current local time in Papeete - Tahiti - France
Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 7:01 PM Find rising and setting times for other dates
When can I call/have a meeting with someone in Papeete?
Show time difference between Papeete time and other time zones
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