Does Bora Bora accept US dollars?

Notes come in 500, 1000, 5000, and 10,000 XPF denominations. Can US dollars be used for payment in Bora Bora? Yes, many shops and hotels in Bora Bora accept US dollars as payment, but the exchange rate may not be as advantageous as using XPF.



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The French Pacific Franc (XPF), which is accepted throughout French Polynesia, is the official coin of Bora Bora.

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Yes, many lodging establishments, eateries, and retail stores in Bora Bora accept credit and debit cards, but some small shops may only accept cash.

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The languages spoken in Bora Bora are Tahitian and French. However, due to the high tourism population, many natives of Bora Bora have learned to speak English. Bora Bora is a major international tourist destination, famous for its seaside luxury resorts.

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The average price of a 7-day trip to Bora Bora is $3,184 for a solo traveler, $5,718 for a couple, and $10,721 for a family of 4. Bora Bora hotels range from $136 to $684 per night with an average of $334, while most vacation rentals will cost $120 to $800 per night for the entire home.

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Yes you will need a passport to leave the US and enter Bora Bora in French Polynesia. All international travel requires a valid passport. Most countries also require that your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entering another country and that you can show an onward plane ticket.

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An average nonstop flight from the United States to Bora Bora takes 28h 40m, covering a distance of 5200 miles. The most popular route is Los Angeles - Vaitape with an average flight time of 10h 30m.

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The Bora Bora Legal Drinking Age
In line with France and other French territories, Bora Bora's legal drinking age is 18, which is also the age of majority in the country. As a result, anyone on the island who is at least 18 years old may legally buy and consume alcohol.

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Bora Bora is politically part of French Polynesia. The island is a French overseas territory and is not part of the European Union.

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The best times to go to Bora Bora are November and April. These short shoulder seasons offer fine weather with temperatures in the mid-70s to mid-80s. High season runs from May to October when rain showers are isolated and the number of tourists swells.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Bora Bora
High season is considered to be November and December. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is April. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Bora Bora flight deals.

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To properly experience Bora Bora, three days (four nights if arriving late) should be enough. The island is small and there isn't all that much to see. If you're after a pampering luxury holiday of sipping cocktails on the deck of your overwater bungalow, you could probably spend a week (if you can afford that).

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So, if you're looking to do a little island hopping, then you might consider Bora Bora. Bora Bora offers travel packages to more easily move between nearby islands. Plus, you'll get to experience more of these different islands. The Maldives does offer other islands, but it's not as easy to navigate between them.

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