We flew to Tahiti from Pennsylvania via Los Angeles, and spent one night in LA both on the way over and back. It made the trip so much easier since it was broken up into two segments. I think Tahiti is only another 2-3 hours from Hawaii, so don't rule it out. Our flight from LAX to Papeete left after midnight, so maybe you could even get a day rate at a hotel and rest before your flight. French Polynesia is SO worth the effort it takes to get there, and how many people do you know who've been to Tahiti versus Hawaii? Much more exclusive and memorable as a honeymoon spot!
Hotels:
- Moorea Beachcomber Parkroyale Link to my review
- Anaheim Super 8 Link to my review
- Anaheim Westward Ho Seven Seas Link to my review
Restaurants:
- Les Tipaniers Link to my review
- La Linareva La Bateau Link to my review
