
TAHITI
Couples Trip
February 17 - 24, 2024
LUXURY IN PARADISE
Tahiti is the largest of French Polynesia’s 118 islands and atolls in the southern Pacific Ocean. It is located about halfway between Los Angeles, California, and Sydney, Australia. Tahiti and some of the smaller islands, still hold that isolated, remote, and almost otherworldly feeling. Turquoise-blue lagoons, palm-fringed beaches, romantic overwater bungalows, lush mountains, and unblemished coral habitats fill your days. There is something absolutely mystical and magical about French Polynesia. It's what dream vacations are made of.
TRAVELER CHECKLIST
01
Book Your Flights
Purchase your flight and email us your confirmation number so we can arrange transportation to and from the airport.
02
Check Your Passport
Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the period of stay.
SUGGESTED FLIGHTS
02/16/24
DL 2167 Depart SLC 9:00 PM Arrive LAX 10:11 PM
DL 8769 Depart LAX 11:50 PM Arrive PPT (+1) 6:15 AM ​
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02/24/24
DL 118 Depart PPT 7:45 PM Arrive LAX (+1) 6:10 AM
02/25/24
DL 1434 Depart LAX 9:59 AM Arrive SLC 12:56 PM
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FAQ
We are arriving at 6:15 am on 2/17, but cannot embark until 3:00 pm - what will we do?
We have arranged a breakfast for everyone flying early into Pape'ete. You can store your luggage at the breakfast location during the day while you explore the main market in town until it's time to embark on the cruise ship.
Do we HAVE to stay on island on 2/21?
Absolutely not! Your room on the ship will remain available for you to stay in for the night of 2/21. Unfortunately the Four Seasons would not allow us to contract a group rate for one-night only (2/21/24, with checkout on 2/22/24). As such, and since staying on-island is optional, you are responsible for booking your on-island stay at the Four Seasons in Bora Bora. On 2/21 in Bora Bora, attendees will take the normal tender from the cruise ship. The Four Seasons is on its own small island and they provide transportation pick up as part of your reservation.
We have a later departure time on 2/24. What do we do with our luggage between disembarkment and our flight departure?
There is an option to purchase a day pass at the Intercontinental Hotel in Pape'ete for 2/24/24. The hotel has only 45 individual passes available, on a first-come, first serve basis. The day passes would allow you to drop your luggage, spend the day at the pool lounging until you're ready to depart for the airport. For pricing and more information, please book one pass per person directly through the day pass website here.
We are flying in a day early, and/or departing a day late - do you have any hotel recommendations?
If you are planning to extend before or after your trip for a day or so, we suggest booking accommodations at the Intercontinental Hotel in Pape'ete.
We would like to extend our trip for a few days beyond February 24 - do you have any recommendations?
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If you'd like to stay a few extra days at the Four Seasons in Bora Bora beyond our trip dates, there are a few things to be aware of: The Four Seasons is on its own small island and they provide transportation pick up from the port of Bora Bora as part of the reservation. You are responsible for arranging and booking your stay at the Four Seasons Bora Bora. Since our cruise will disembark on 2/24 in Pape'ete, you would be responsible for arranging your transfer on 2/24 from Pape'ete to Bora Bora. We recommend flying from Pape'ete back to Bora Bora if you choose to extend in Bora Bora. The Four Seasons is incredible, but definitely a more expensive option in French Polynesia.
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If you'd like to stay a few extra days beyond our trip dates without the high price tag of Bora Bora, we have had a few couples from the group reserve a few extra nights in Moorea. You are responsible for arranging and booking your stay in Moorea. Since our cruise will disembark on 2/24 in Pape'ete, you would also be responsible for arranging your transfer on 2/24 from Pape'ete to Moorea, your ferry from Moorea back to Pape'ete, and your transfer from the dock back to the airport for your departure. We highly recommend staying at either the Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort or the Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa. If you choose to extend in Moorea, you do have the option to disembark from the cruise ship on 2/23 and remain on Moorea for your extension. If you choose to disembark on 2/23, you will miss the final dinner on the cruise ship. If you'd like to stay on the ship and disembark in Pape'ete, we recommend booking a ferry from Pape'ete back to Moorea on 2/24.
ITINERARY
Friday, February 16
Scattered Departures from SLC
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Saturday, February 17
Scattered Arrivals in Pape'ete
3:00 PM - Embark on Cruise Ship
6:00 PM - Cruise departs
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Sunday, February 18
Huahine
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Monday, February 19
Raiatea
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Tuesday, February 20
Motu Mahana, Taha'a Island
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Wednesday, February 21
Bora Bora
Group Excursion
**Optional overnight stay on-island in Bora Bora (We recommend staying at the Four Seasons, with checkout on 2/22)
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Thursday, February 22
Bora Bora
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Friday, February 23
Moorea Island
Return to Pape'ete (Option to disembark this night)
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Saturday, February 24
7:00 - 9:00 AM - Disembark Cruise Ship

The life of the land is the
life of the people.
-Tahitian Proverb
ATTENDEES
Mike & Aileen Birch - Action Target
Alan & Jen Bott - ALCO Construction
Jeff & Ann Alexander - Alexander's Print Advantage
Charlie & Annika Alexander - Alexander's Print Advantage
Nick & Whitnie Alexander - Alexander's Print Advantage
Conner & Krystel Ruggio - AMBIA
Tony Rickards & Corrinne Horton - Archer Mechanical
Chris & Nichole Jensen - Axomo
Cory & Emilia Moore - Big-D Construction
Peri Cook & Chad Eggertsen - Big Rock Industries
Brandon & Jessica Hatch - Big Rock Industries
Russ & Jil Taylor - Big Rock Industries
Brian & Annette Fruit - Bike Peddler and Timpanogos Cyclery
David & Christy Engel - CCI Mechanical
Adam & Megan Fife - CenCore
Paul & Margaret Liljenquist - ClearView
Chris & Angie Arambula - C-Level Strategy
Jeff & Christine Rich - CoreBridge
Dave & Aimee Jardine - Dave Jardine
Brad & Becky Allen - Davies Allen
Shawn & Elizabeth Barber - Devfinity
Jake & Teresa Baadsgaard - Disruptive Advertising
DJ & Laurel Dorff - Executech
Russell Burnett & Guest - FreeFlowing Solutions
Kevin & Tessa Santiago - Greenlight Hospitality
Craig & Kari Weston - Kane Springs Development LLC
Robert & Amy Walker - Kirton McConkie
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Joe & Lindsay Hudson - Magleby Construction
Chad & Crystal Magleby - Magleby Construction
Richard & Denise Parkinson - Magleby's
Chris & Brittaney Cahoon - Mecca
Todd & Julie Smith - Moreton & Company
Scott & Kristen Johnson - Motivosity
Sterling & Stephanie Nielsen - Mountain America Credit Union
Norm & Dolly Wright - Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine
Jonas & Kailea Persch - OFS Interiors
Brandon & Karley Radmall - Paul Davis Restoration
Chari Pack & Mark Hale - Persnickety Box
Jon & Janae Moss - RBM Services
Jon & Jen Erickson - RBM Services
Ken & Emily Taylor - Redmond, Inc
Rich & Holly Day - Rich Day Group
Brady & Andrea Murray - RODS HEROES
Tommy & Ashley Aoki - SkyShare
Ted & Stephanie Broman - Smart Staffing
Brandon & Liz Mackay - SnugZ USA
Parker & Ashley Bennett - Solid Ground General Contractor
Justin & Betsy Mabey - Steward Ventures
Terry Lyman & Liz Fröme - Terry Lyman
Jeff & Anna Rust - Truss
John & Andrea Briggs - UBA
Kimball & Rebecca Hodges - Wasatch Energy Management
Bahar & Spencer Ferguson - Wasatch I.T.
Jesse & Julie Mecham - YNAB
Reed & Kierstin Laws - Your Employment Solutions
ACCOMMODATIONS
Paul Gauguin Cruises offers small luxury cruises to idyllic destinations in Tahiti, French Polynesia, Fiji, and the SouthPacific. Designed specifically to sail French Polynesia’s lagoons, the renowned Paul Gauguin is the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury ship in the South Pacific. No other luxury vessel in history has offered this level of single-destination focus and expertise on a year round basis for such an extended period of time. Paul Gauguin Cruises is known for exceptional service that is distinguished by Polynesian hospitality and by one of the highest crew-to-guest ratios at sea.The opportunity to experience each destination in the most authentic, in-depth, and meaningful way is the very essence of luxury cruising with Paul Gauguin Cruises. Aboard our luxury vessel, you can choose from a wide array of shore excursions by land and sea that let you discover the dramatic beauty, rich history, and unique culture of your destination up close, in a small group.