We once did a “belly-back” on Frishman Beach, and then we headed to Nuweiba and Dahab; they took our Sinai, so we fled to Thailand, but even that doesn’t excite us anymore. So allow us to present to you the next thing – the island of Bora Bora in French Polynesia, about 250 kilometers from Tahiti. The 50 square kilometers of this volcanic island are considered the most beautiful in the world, and who are we to argue about the beauty of rainforests and coral reefs, coconut trees, and the majestic peak of Mount Otemanu, rising to a height of 727 meters.
Bora Bora is a tropical paradise that combines the beauty of the islands with the culture of the conquering French, who left their cultural and culinary mark on the exotic island. It is reasonable to assume that anyone who makes the effort to reach Bora Bora will speak of snorkeling and diving safaris, canoeing, and climbing the challenging peak in the middle of the island; but it’s almost certain that they will have no reason to leave the luxurious hotel that provides them with all the best of the ocean, right beyond the cozy bungalow’s terrace.
The vacation site, opened in 2008, offers a stunning view and absolute privacy for each of the bungalows, with five-star service and the finest luxuries. The amazing bungalows are installed on pontoons anchored in turquoise waters, covered with local wood shingles. The complex features one hundred bungalows (each about 100 square meters) and seven large villas (150 to 320 square meters), with four gourmet restaurants, a spa that combines the rhythm of the ocean and the tranquility of the islands, and a kids’ club that allows guests to escape from their parental duties. In the evening, you can relax on your private deck with a martini in hand, watching the tropical fish swim right under your feet… And if you’re interested in a much calmer and more cheerful dream – enjoy a Tahitian beach party.
As for food – you can choose from private meals served directly to your bedroom, romantic beach meals, a Polynesian gastronomic show, breakfast on a canoe – whatever you want, with the best of the sea’s fruits from the nearby lagoons.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, French Polynesia
+689 310 712 1493, www.fourseasons.com
In short: a once-in-a-lifetime vacation
Price: $970-2,000 per night (depending on the bungalow level); about $3,500 per night in a villa
