So, you’ve decided to take a holiday trip to Tahiti. Congratulations! You’re about to visit one of the most beautiful places on earth. But what should you pack for Tahiti vacations from Canada? We’ll discuss a few of the essentials here.
Wardrobe choices
Remember that Tahiti is at tropical location, and it’s warm most of the time. When packing, focus on comfortable warm-weather clothes. Tahiti is very laid back, and the dress code is casual even in upscale restaurants. Sandals are the footwear of choice and there is no need for the men in your party to pack a necktie. Shorts, short-sleeved shirts, sundresses and skirts will give you a lot of wardrobe mileage. Also, because there’s a very good chance you’ll be in the water at least some of the time on a Tahiti holiday, it’s wise to pack at least a couple of bathing suits, flip flops or water shoes for protecting your feet from the coral on the ocean floor.
Protect your skin
If you aren’t accustomed to tropical weather, it can be easy to underestimate just how powerful the tropical sun can be. Be sure to pack a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and lots of sunscreen.
Bring necessities from home
When you travel to exotic locales, it’s important to understand that you might not be able to find the same necessities that you would be able to find at home. Even if you can find what you need, because virtually everything is imported to Tahiti, you’ll pay a premium price for it. Bring things such as personal items, pain remedies, etc. that you anticipate needing.
Keep dining costs as low as possible
Dining in Tahiti can also be costly. Although you will almost certainly have to eat out the majority of the time for your meals, there are ways to reduce cost. Pack snacks from home and stock up on local baguettes, cheese, local fruit or French wine (Tahiti is part of French Polynesia) to keep dining costs as low as possible.
Leave your laptop at home
You may be tempted to bring along your computer, whether to look up attractions to attend or to send photos back home, it’s not generally worth the hassle. Internet access in Tahiti is mediocre at best. Leave your computer at home and have a truly unplugged vacation instead.
Leave room for souvenirs
When you pack your suitcase, remember that Tahiti is a great place to find some unique and special souvenirs. Unless you want to buy (and pay to check) an additional bag on your trip home, it’s best to leave room in your suitcase for those extras you’ll bring home with you. Of course, if you don’t mind checking an extra bag or are flying an airline that allows you to check more bags for free, purchasing a souvenir bag on your trip and filling it with treasures is a fun way to go.
