"Bora Bora .... The Jewel of the Pacific" Top 5 Page for this destination Bora-Bora by Helga67


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Bora Bora from the air - Bora-Bora
Bora Bora from the air

Some 260 km (161 miles) to the northwest of Tahiti lies the most incredible and famous island of the Leeward Society islands in French Polynesia.

Blue lagoon - Bora-Bora

Blue lagoon


The usual superlatives are almost inadequate to describe the many beautiful faces of Bora Bora. From the air it is truly the 'Jewel of the Pacific' with its central emerald island surrounded by a necklace of islets all suspended in a lagoon of the most incredible hues of blue.

Cheers - Bora-Bora

Cheers


In 1994, we discovered this magnificent island during our honeymoon. Back then, we knew we would definitely come back one day. 10 years later we did to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary. Another day to remember!

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Incredible lagoon and mountain views
  • Cons:Expensive, very touristic compared to the other islands of FP
  • In a nutshell:The Perfect Island for a Romantic Honeymoon
  • Last visit to Bora-Bora: May 2004
  • Intro Updated Jan 5, 2005
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Family grave - Bora-Bora Where are the deceased? Local Customs (5)

Touring the island, I saw a couple of churches but I was wondering where the deceased were, because I never saw a... more travel advice

Black pearls - Bora-Bora Black Pearls Shopping (4)

This is a tip for women only :-). Buy a Tahitian Black Pearl. You can find several shops on the island. more travel advice

Pareo - Bora-Bora Local clothes Shopping (4)

All around the island you will find little shops where you can buy the local sarong, called pareo in Polynesia. They... more travel advice

Fruit stall - Bora-Bora Fruit stands Restaurants (5)

In the town of Vaitape, there are some fruit stands near the church. They sell delicious local fruit, like pineapple,... more travel advice

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  • porapora1 Oct 21, 2009 at 4:46 PM Report Abuse

    hi could you please tell me where you got your info on james oconnor hes my G grandfather x 7

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    tdmoore2 Jun 25, 2009 at 8:32 PM Report Abuse

    Helga, Your page here on Bora Bora as well as on Moorea are incredibly helpful and informative. In planning a surprise trip for my wife, your information (albeit some 5 years old now) will help me immensely. Thank you again.

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    travelgourmet Apr 11, 2009 at 11:53 AM Report Abuse

    Ever since I was 20 and named my surfboard "manu rere" (flying bird) a have wanted to see Tahiti and Bora Bora. Your virtual tour has helped me enjoy a place my time has forgotten. Merci.

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    Arkeolog Mar 25, 2009 at 5:39 AM Report Abuse

    great page here. you got a great page on my island :)

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    janiebaxter Jan 14, 2009 at 8:51 AM Report Abuse

    Hi, Thanks for your comments on my Madagascar page. I'm sure you will love it. Bora Bora sounds just the kind of place I would like to visit.

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    Kakapo2 Jul 30, 2008 at 3:03 AM Report Abuse

    Very good local customs tips. The one with the flower(s) behind the ear(s) is hilarious. Could you share your personal experience? LOL Just kidding... Sissi

  • njfhar Jan 30, 2008 at 10:28 PM Report Abuse

    Please let me know about snorkeling at Tahiti - any island - which... Thanks.

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    Luchonda Nov 25, 2007 at 8:23 AM Report Abuse

    Thx for sharing the hotel tips.

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    Muya Dec 4, 2006 at 10:46 AM Report Abuse

    Nice page and useful tips, Helga ! It seems to be the perfect place for a honeymoon :-)

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    SLLiew Nov 27, 2006 at 4:17 AM Report Abuse

    Wow....Bora Bora. The name itself evokes exotic Pacific esacpage. Did not know that metal rings on coconut tree trunks are ant-rodent :) Great page. Cheers, SL

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