About us

Discover Nani, much more than a travel agency.

It's the fruit of the commitment of a team of young Polynesians who are passionate about Polynesia and determined to offer much more than just travel. We are creators of unique experiences, crafting memorable moments that respect our environment, society and local economy.

At Nani, innovation guides our approach to bringing you authentic, sustainable adventures. Led by women from Polynesia and supported by young talent, our team shares a deep connection with the Polynesian islands. Our goal is clear: to offer you unparalleled tourism experiences while contributing to a more sustainable world.

Immerse yourself in the very essence of Polynesia with Nani. Let us guide you to unique discoveries, while leaving a positive mark on our magnificent planet.

Founder’s Story

I was born and raised on the island of Tahiti by a Chinese father and Polynesian mother from Taravao.
One day a friend asked me, "What are you good at?" to which I replied, "I'm good at greeting people and putting a smile on their face." Little did I know that these traits would lead me towards my future career.
While I traveled around the world and pursued my education abroad, my mother passed away, which prompted me to follow my dreams and honor her memory.
Nani means "beauty" in the Polynesian languages. Nani is also the name of this loving Tahitian, who radiated the warmth and hospitality of our islands through her smile.

I created this nonprofit with my brother as a tribute to this incredible woman and to all the mothers who reflect the purity and joy of French Polynesia.

Alexandrine, Founder and Board President

Meet the Team

  • Founder & Board President

    Meet Alexandrine, the brain and heart behind everything at Nani Travels. This tiny woman has it all : a mind bursting with creative ideas, a contagious smile and positivity, and an entrepreneurial spirit that can move mountains.

    Born and raised in Tahiti, she’s traveled her entire life and has been in all kinds of adventures, from randomly finding herself in a wedding preparation in rural India to speaking in front of world leaders during a UN conference on sustainable tourism.

    Fun fact about Alex : nothing makes her more ecstatic than delicious food and a glass of good wine. Little did you know, this is actually what got her started in the tourism industry ! One thing leading to another, she discovered that her true passion lied in all the small details that make life so enjoyable, like fishing your own dinner, learning from a knowledgeable elder or splashing around in a waterfall. She then made a career out of it, and that’s how Nani Travels was born.

  • CFO

    Meet Jeremy, the man who handles the numbers like no one else at Nani Travels. He is the exact definition of his half-Tahitian-half-Chinese heritage : as chill as a breeze on a hot summer day and, yet, a tough (fortune) cookie when it comes to dealing with our finances.

    For Jeremy, Nani Travels is a family affair. Nani, the woman who gave her name to the company, was Jeremy’s mother and, naturally, Alexandrine is Jeremy’s older sister. This pair is a match made in heaven, both in real life and in business, always supporting one another… no matter which crazy idea Alexandrine has come up with this time !

  • Impact Manager

    Meet Aeata, the woman that makes things happen at Nani Travels. Give Aeata an idea and she will elevate it to its finest, working out every detail for a perfect execution. Give Aeata a challenge and she will conquer it with the elegance of a real vahine Tahiti : smile on her face, strength in her mind, and always a good joke up her sleeve.

    Mother of a young Naiki, Aeata loves everything about giving the best to the new generation. This is how she found herself creating Reva Atea, her very own association dedicated to kids’ environmental education. A loving, creative and driven woman, she definitely embodies the Nani Travels’ spirit.

  • Anthony, a third-year tourism degree student at University of French Polynesia, reached out to us with the type of determination one just cannot ignore. No need to say that the colorful, multidimensional mind maps he made during our first meetings had quite an effect on us !

  • Sales Manager

    Meet Lauriane 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝗱𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 in the travel industry, she knows this industry like the back of her head and is now training our sales team like her "padawan"

    An experienced travel agent, she used to sell French Polynesia in travel agencies in France and French Polynesia. After a while, she got tired of selling tourist packages without meaning and came to us looking for more authenticity. Not only is she an excellent travel designer, Lauriane is helping us developing the B2C branch of Nani Travels and is now our sales manager.

  • Travel Agent

    Elodie is our 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 at the office always cracking jokes and singing "Sunny" all day long. ☀️ Her love for the islands and her 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀​ make her the perfect travel agent for our guests.

  • Travel Agent

    Adrian joined the team early 2024 and is working remotl rom a their beautiful island, Bali. His localisation allow us to organisecall its the rest of the world when or team in Tahiti is getting some rest. He lived in Tahiti for a big part of his life, knows all the surf spot around our islands and is an impeccable organizer.