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arts-and-culture1 month ago•165 min saved

Hobbyist's 'Seahorse Farewell' Image Tops 2026 Ocean Photography Awards

Julien Anton, a self-described hobbyist, won the 2026 Ocean Photographer of the Year award for a black-and-white image of a male seahorse and two juveniles in French Polynesia. The photo, which evokes a 'farewell' between father and offspring, was selected from over 15,000 entries. Category winners included Matty Smith for a nurse shark in the Maldives and Jenny Stock for a green turtle, with the competition co-presented by Oceanographic and Blancpain.

via CNN|

#arts-and-culture #blancpain #french-polynesia

travel4 months ago•16 min saved

Mo'orea by the Ring Road: A Weekend Drive Through Polynesian Paradise

A BBC Travel feature pitches Mo'orea as a perfect weekend road trip: a 60km coastal loop threads lagoon vistas, bays, and green peaks with slow-paced stops for snacks, local cuisine, and a solar-powered eco-museum, while highlighting conservation efforts and respect for private property; accessible by a 30-minute ferry from Tahiti and best explored by hybrid car or e-bike for a light footprint.

via BBC|

#french-polynesia #lagoon #moorea

entertainment3 years ago•7 min saved

"Britney Spears Escapes to Private Island Amidst Family Drama"

Britney Spears has reportedly fled to a private island in French Polynesia to rest and escape criticism after being criticized for dancing with knives at her home. The 41-year-old singer is staying at the Brando hotel on a private island, where she won't be bothered by onlookers. This comes at a difficult time for her family, as her father Jamie has been hospitalized and her sister Jamie Lynn was recently cut from Dancing With The Stars. Britney is estranged from both of them due to an ongoing family feud.

via Daily Mail|

#britney-spears #dancing-with-knives #entertainment

entertainment3 years ago•1 min saved

Beyoncé's Birthday Bash: A Private Island Affair

Beyoncé celebrated her birthday by renting out a string of 11 villas on a private island in French Polynesia called Mermaid Bay. She and her family stayed at the luxurious resort, The Brando, from September 5th to the 8th. Beyoncé and Jay-Z stayed in the main residence, while the rest of their group stayed in the other villas. After the celebration, Beyoncé resumed her "Renaissance" tour in Vancouver.

via TMZ|

#beyonce #birthday-celebration #entertainment

marine-biology3 years ago•3 min saved

"Mysterious Gathering of Female Hammerhead Sharks in French Polynesia: A Lunar Phenomenon"

Female great hammerhead sharks have been gathering in French Polynesia every summer for over a decade, with numbers peaking around the full moon. Researchers recorded 54 female sharks and one of undetermined sex in the summers of 2020 and 2021. The sharks gather around openings in two neighboring atolls, Rangiroa and Tikehau, indicating the area is an aggregation site. The sharks are likely drawn to the area by external factors linked to the lunar cycle and the presence of ocellated eagle rays. The number of sharks peaked shortly before and after a full moon, possibly due to increased moonlight enhancing their hunting abilities. The researchers are investigating whether the atolls serve as nursery grounds for great hammerhead sharks.

via Livescience.com|

#aggregation-site #french-polynesia #hammerhead-sharks

travel3 years ago•4 min saved

"The Allure of Exotic Islands: Hollywood's Love for French Polynesia and Fiji's Friendly Charm"

French Polynesia is a popular destination for luxury travel, with celebrities like Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, and Kim Kardashian staying at resorts like Le Taha'a Island Resort & Spa and The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. Private islands like Nukutepipi and The Brando are also popular, with eco-friendly villas and activities like coral planting and marine research. Island hopping and water activities like snorkeling and scuba diving are popular pursuits, with the crystal-clear waters and diverse marine life providing a stunning backdrop.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#celebrities #french-polynesia #luxury-travel