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Surfline breaks down Teahupo'o's iconic, barreling wave—showing how the reef’s abrupt bathymetry, swell direction and period, and local winds align to create the world’s most captivating and fearsome wave.
Gisele Bündchen posted a sun-soaked Tahiti carousel featuring her husband Joaquim Valente and their children, including her one-year-old son, as she wore a white bikini and tropical crown while snorkeling, boating, and enjoying live Tahitian music during the getaway; Bündchen and Valente married in 2025 after her split from Tom Brady.
Gisele Bündchen posted rare photos of her and Joaquim Valente’s 16‑month‑old son on a family vacation in Tahiti, showing moments on the beach, dancing with dad, and a stingray encounter, while also highlighting her blended family and her marriage to Valente (she wed him in 2025). She has spoken about motherhood reshaping her life after finalizing her divorce from Tom Brady.
On her 31st birthday, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit revisits Gigi Hadid’s 2016 Tahiti shoot photographed by Yu Tsai, celebrating her enduring modeling career, her perfectionist approach to capturing the perfect light, and her Guest in Residence fashion label.
The decision to hold Olympic surfing in French Polynesia next July has raised logistical and environmental questions, as the rest of the Summer Games are focused in Paris, nearly 16,000 kilometers away. While the location promises dramatic waves and stunning visuals, flying 48 surfers, judges, journalists, and others to Tahiti contradicts Paris organizers' goal of reducing the Olympics' carbon footprint. The chosen venue, Teahupo'o, is known for its fearsome waves and has sparked concerns about the impact on coral and marine life. Despite the concerns, Tahitian surfers like Kauli Vaast see the Olympics as an opportunity to showcase their home and boost the local economy.
Gigi Hadid, three-time SI Swimsuit model, recently shared photos from her iconic photo shoot in Tahiti. The 28-year-old model, who is also a mom to 2-year-old daughter Khai, showcased her stunning looks in the picturesque location. Hadid is known for her successful modeling career and is the founder of clothing brand Guest in Residence.