If you stay in villa 1 then you will have simply the most stunning white sand beaches in full and very private view, and a sea that is so aqua blue as to defy description. In addition the reef in front offers great snorkeling.
Personally I can't see why people rave about Bora-Bora, when you can visit Aitutaki.
I find it difficult to describe accommodation as a hotel, when it doesn't have a restaurant, so you have to eat out. Having said that the Etu Moana hotel serves a superb breakfast by the pool.
It has something I've only encountered once before and that is an Honesty Bar, just take what you want and write it down, so you can have a drink whenever you want!!
If you want to you can rent scooters, or take one of the bicycles, and there are plenty of good restaurants at a variety of prices well within cycling range. If you prefer you can take a taxi.
Two restaurants well worth a visit are The Caf? Tupana, up in the hills, or The Samade Beach Village restaurant. In any case you will not be short of recommendations on places to eat.
The villas are special, very luxurious, and spacious, with a well fitted kitchenette, complete with filtered running water, which you may need to use on the Sunday evening as not much is open. They also had a massive deck, bedroom with king size bed, big shower, and there is also an outdoor shower. Each villa is very private with lush gardens that are totally fenced off.
Whilst in Aitutaki you must take a lagoon cruise, and if you can, take a smaller glass bottomed boat. I don't know about you, but I prefer my sightseeing trips to be en famille as opposed to en masse!!
You'll get a barbeque lunch, and you may even see humpback whales.
Whilst you are at it you will probably be taken to ' One Foot Island ' what a name, and what a stamp to have on your passport.
Etu Moana and Aitutaki are definitely worth going back to.
Packed with amazing Polynesian sights, lush vegetation, and unfettered environment, Bora Bora is now truly a wonderful destination to enjoy holidays in a relaxed environment. The sheer beauty of the place is further enhanced by the incredible black peaks of Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia, which in turn provide a natural splendor to the island. But, the real glory of the island lies in its pristine beach as well as tropical sights and settings.
The island as well as its inhabitants is surrounded by an air of mysticism. An interest thing regarding the name of this island is that al though it starts with the letter 'b', such a letter sound does not exist in the Polynesian language.
This name is thought to have been derived from Pora Pora, literally meaning 'firstborn.' Another mysterious thing in connection with this island is that despite the fact that it is an exotic island blessed with a stunning marine life, there are only very few interesting sea mammals. The reason behind this is due to the volcanic nature of the island. Many of the interesting mammals found here are brought in by some navigators from Europe and other Polynesian destinations.
Bora Bora boasts of such a great number of attractions that it is quite difficult to list them all. Perhaps, the greatest of Bora Bora's attractions is its lagoonarium, enclosed by coral reef. The lagoon serves as a perfect base to enjoy a continuum of recreational activities including boating, shark feeding, jet skiing, picnicking, and scuba diving. It also provides the services of expert divers who help you in swimming as well as come along with a range of water animals including dolphins, turtles, and numerous other water animals. In addition, there is Aquascope - a semi-submersible watercraft, exclusively for those who don't know swimming or diving.
Another great attraction of Bora Bora is Matira Beach, which stands as a classic example of a South Pacific beach. The beach is truly a coral paradise blessed with tropical fish species. With shallow lagoons, the beach is a great destination to enjoy a plethora of activities such as snorkeling and kayaking.
Your Bora Bora vacation would be incomplete without taking a visit to the region's ancient shrines, namely, Marae Temples. These open air shrines are believed to be the result of the island's mystical past. Maraes were once used by the inhabitants to present the Gods with ritual foods, conducting weddings and ceremonies, and enthroning a king. One of the most important Marae temples in the region is the Marae Fare-Opu.
Other not to miss attractions in Bora Bora are Cooks Bay, Tetiaroa Atoll & Bird Sanctuary, with an exotic variety of sea birds, and Laid-back Huahine with archeological sites. Additionally, don't miss traditional mystic dance shows of the island, such as otea - a war dance, pao'a - a sensual dance, and aparima.
Above all, Bora Bora has now become one of the sought after destinations in the world for conducting weddings as well as celebrating honeymoon. Many Americans and Japanese people including celebrities have chosen this Tahitian island as their wedding venue. The weddings are conducted here in a traditional way, with bride and groom dressed in Polynesian wedding pareos. They are accompanied by a group of musicians and dancers singing traditional Tahitian love songs. A local priest unites the couples by naming them with Tahitian names and wrapping them in a tifaifai quilt, that are specially designed for the wedding function.
Today, many of the top end hotels have come forward to provide superb packages to make your wedding ceremony in Bora Bora truly exotic as well as memorable. Apart from these, Bora Bora has accommodation choices to suit every taste and pocket. For instance, if you are looking for a unique accommodation choice, then one of the best choices would be fantastic bungalows erected directly over the water. There are also accommodation options to cater to the requirements of budget conscious travelers.
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