In 2018, I travelled solo to the French Polynesian islands. By day I surfed, snorkelled, sailed and swam, stopping only to sleep in an over-the-water bungalow on stilts. On my final night, I lay ...

Nestled deep in the South Pacific, the Marquesas are a hidden gem of French Polynesia and well-worth the trip. Credit Carol Lynne Special delivery: Sign up for the free Marlin email newsletter.