Our Readers' Favorite Resorts in the South Pacific of 2025

"A family-friendly resort lauded for excellent rooms, food, and service, offering accommodation choices that range from beachfront villa estates for larger groups—close to beaches, restaurants, and shared recreation—to iconic overwater bungalows with private plunge pools and direct views of Mount Otemanu. The property also features a wide array of high-quality active and cultural pursuits, including sunset storytelling cruises, treasure-hunt boat tours, nature hikes, and helicopter excursions." - Sarah Bruning Sarah Bruning Sarah Bruning is the special projects and surveys editor at Travel + Leisure, where she has been on staff since 2018. She assigns stories across the magazine, primarily for the Experiences section and feature well. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines