TEAHUPO’O, Tahiti — Cardboard beds might be Paris’ solution to providing athletes a place to sleep for the 2024 Olympics. But some 10,000 miles away in Tahiti, where the surfing competition is taking place, it’s a cruise ship.

About 45 minutes from the surfing venue, the Aranui 5 ship is able to accommodate about 230 passengers in over 100 cabins, with eight guest decks, a spa and gym, according to its website. It’s anchored just off shore and the surfers, coaches and others take small boats to get back and forth.

"It's unusual, but they seem to like it"{ai:summary}<p>In a twist that leaves you wondering about priorities, Paris rolls out cardboard beds for the 2024 Olympics, while Tahiti boasts a cruise ship for its surfers. The Aranui 5, a floating resort, cuts through the Pacific, offering a slice of luxury amidst the waves.</p><p>As the clock ticks down to the games, it’s clear: comfort is in the details, even when the stage is set for adrenaline. #sports</p>

Forget the Olympic Village: Surfers competing in Tahiti are staying on a cruise ship

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