retiring on a boat in Polynesia is not something to improvise. The type of vessel, buying or chartering, onboard comfort, level of autonomy, and cruising areas are all key factors. These decisions will shape your long-term lifestyle as a liveaboard retiree.
Turquoise lagoons, steady trade winds, reliable infrastructure, and a true sense of freedom make buying a boat in Polynesia a dream for many, with more sailors each year choosing its magnificent waters for unforgettable cruising. But beyond the dream lie important administrative and tax considerations — from import rules and flag selection to residency status — and Sail Tahiti guides you step by step to ensure your purchase goes smoothly.
Testing the Excess 13 in rough conditions : 350 miles accross the Bay of Biscaye in winter. She proved to be a real seaworthy performance catamaran
A Year in Paradise: Sailing French Polynesia with Four Kids Imagine leaving everyday life behind and setting sail into one of the most beautiful corners of the planet—with your entire family. That’s exactly what Anne-Victoire and her husband did when they set off from Bordeaux in their 11-metre catamaran with their four children, aged [...]
Begin Your Polynesian Adventure: Choosing the Ideal Liveaboard Powerboat The Ultimate Guide to Liveaboard Powerboats in Polynesia — Navigate, Explore, Live When visiting a destination by land, you have to choose one or more islands and plan around flight or inter-island ferry schedules. You need to find and book accommodations, constantly adapt… and often [...]
Excess Rendezvous Tahiti — A Day of Sailing, Tradition & Community November 15th — Sail Tahiti What a day on the water! Our Excess Rendezvous brought together owners, sailors, partners, and friends for an unforgettable celebration of sailing culture in Polynesia. With four Excess catamarans — two Excess 11s and two Excess 14s [...]
The Most Beautiful Address in Polynesia: The One You Choose. Reinvent the idea of a second home and experience Polynesia in a whole new way from your own boat. You’re considering buying a second home in Polynesia to enjoy its incredible culture, landscapes, and tropical climate. A home base from which you can explore [...]
Are you planning to sail around French Polynesia in a motorboat but not sure where to go? Fortunately, with its incredible diversity, Polynesia is sure to have something to suit you. Set sail with Sail Tahiti and Élie, the owner of a Swift Trawler 42. In this article, we present ten islands and atolls to discover on a motorboat cruise around Polynesia.
The first half of 2025 saw a sharp decline in the number of boats sold across all segments: sales of new motorboats, new catamarans, and used boats all fell. However, since August, the market has begun to recover strongly thanks to several factors...
