Moorea is a small island located in French Polynesia near Tahiti. It has a tropical climate with temperatures between 24-30 degrees Celsius. The island has around 14,550 residents and is surrounded by mountains and ocean. Tourism is a major industry on the island, featuring hotels, restaurants, shops and activities like snorkeling, fishing and boat tours. Traditional Polynesian culture is still prominent, including weddings involving floral decorations and tattoos as well as an annual marathon featuring dancers and fruit for runners.