Bora Bora

Anyone who has seen the 2009 film Couples Retreat has dreamed about traveling to Bora Bora. Honestly, until now, I could not even tell you where Bora Bora is located, but based on what I saw in that movie, I definitely want to go there. So please, help me 'sea' Bora Bora.

A scene from the movie Couples Retreat

According to Wikipedia.com, Bora Bora is located in the Society Islands of French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean. The island is surrounded by a lagoon and a barrier reef, and lies just northwest of the island of Tahiti close to the equator.

Bora Bora's economy is driven almost solely by tourism. Thirty years ago, Bora Bora became famous, as the Hotel Bora Bora introduced the first over-the-water bungalows; now a standard feature for most resorts on the island.

The Four Seasons Bora Bora has become the luxury resort for guests to stay at while visiting the island. Please be prepared to spend roughly $1,200/night not including airfare. The island is served by Bora Bora Airport on Motu Mute in the north.

Four Seasons Bora Bora

As you can see from the above image, the water is crystal clear and absolutely breathtaking.

The best time to travel to Bora Bora is during the Polynesian winter, which runs from May thru October according to boraboraisland.com. While rates will be higher at this time, it is much better than travel during their rainy season.

If you decide to go to Bora Bora, please bring me with! After all, I did help you discover it.

'Sea' you next time!