From Will Wainwright's Tropical Video Library

THE BEST FESTIVAL YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF: THE HEIVA IN TAHITI

Every year during the month of July, one of the longest-running festivals in the world kicks off in one of the world’s most stunning destinations. There’s a good chance you’ve never heard of it, but the Heiva Festival in French Polynesia is a huge deal, in a sleepy island group that rarely stresses over anything. Celebrating the exotic culture of the ancient Polynesians, the Heiva is a month-long colorful celebration that transports spectators to a parallel universe. But this is no ordinary festival, the Heiva has become the symbol of the Polynesian culture and an iconic event for a people proud of their heritage. Let’s see what all the fuss is about and get to know the ins and outs of the Heiva in Tahiti!