A trip to Bora Bora, the
most popular of the French Polynesian islands, is like catching
a glimpse of paradise. Although a top honeymoon destination,
any visitor will enjoy the innate beauty and peacefulness
that is Bora Bora.
Your first sight of Bora Bora could easily
take your breath away. Whether you first see the encircling
cobalt blue and turquoise lagoon, the white sand, palm-fringed
islets (motus), or the volcanic peak of Mount Otemanu bursting
from the center of the main island, you will quickly understand
why Bora Bora was once called “the pearl of the south
pacific.” If arriving by plane, sit on the left side
to better admire the legendary lagoon from
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the air.
But Bora Bora is more than just a pretty face, and despite
its surprisingly small size of just under 20 miles around,
visitors are offered a variety of water activities, the world’s
largest selection of romantic over-the-water bungalows, and
an eclectic blend of Polynesian, French and American culture.
During World War II, the island was set up as a supply base
and over 5,000 American GIs were stationed there and many
signs of the island’s military history still remain.
And no visit to Bora Bora is complete without seeing a traditional
Polynesian dance
performed at one of the many luxury hotels on the island.
In a culture derived from the gods, traditional Polynesian
song and dance is inspired by ancient legends and folklore.
Bora Bora is part of the 118 French Polynesian islands scattered
across the Pacific Ocean in an area as large as Europe. Only
eight of these islands are inhabited. As part of the Leeward
Society Islands, Bora Bora is located about 150 miles northwest
of Tahiti, the largest of the French Polynesian islands.
