The scene unfolded inside a fare—a traditional Polynesian house on stilts—where cooking lessons were underway at AtunuMai Moorea Culinary, founded by Havaiki Brouillet in November 2023.

U.S. News Insider Tip: Grab lunch at Te Honu Iti in Moorea, where the food is delicious and the service is incredibly friendly. You might even see a shark in the bay while you’re there.

and unforgettable snorkeling and scuba diving experiences. Dolphins and humpback whales are also common sights around Moorea's dreamy bays and beaches. Being home to eight mountain peaks ...