Why is Bora Bora so amazing?

It's the most beautiful island in the world
Bora Bora's unique geography provides the perfect location for a once in a lifetime adventure. The island's volcanic past has left a dramatic peak, known as Mt Otemanu, surrounded by a large turquoise lagoon and a string of coral motus (little islands) around its reef.



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Bora Bora has often been called the world's most beautiful island. It comprises one main island of 29sq-km, roughly the shape of a seahorse, with white-sand beaches and surrounded by a coral reef and strings of motus (islets); resident population is about 6,000.

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Vital Fast Facts About Bora Bora
  • Bora Bora covers an area of 29.3 km. ...
  • It's a part of the Leeward Group of islands.
  • It's halfway between Australia and the U.S.
  • It lies 230 km northwest of Papeete – the capital city of Tahiti.


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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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Stars like Danny Tenaglia, David Morales, Todd Terry, Smoking Jo and Sister Bliss have all graced the stage at Bora Bora. While the closure has no stated reason, it is widely speculated that the area might be redeveloped by the government – a fate many clubs globally met post-pandemic due to low revenues.

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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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With unparalleled views and pristine waters melting onto dreamlike beaches, Conrad Bora Bora Nui is a tropical oasis. The French Polynesian hideaway is so idyllic, in fact, that even the Kardashians couldn't stay away — the celebrity family chose this luxurious resort as its vacation destination in 2011.

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia
The fine white sand surrounding the island accounts heavily for the clarity and color.

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For their 20th anniversary, Bruce surprises Kris with a trip for the entire family to Bora Bora. For their 20th anniversary, Bruce surprises Kris with a trip for the entire family to Bora Bora.

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It's a place where celebs like Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux, as well as Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban like to honeymoon, and superstars like Justin Bieber like to relax when he's not on tour.

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More Facts About Bora Bora
  • Bora Bora has around 10,000 residents.
  • The highest point on the island is Mount Otemanu at 727 meters.
  • Bora Bora is part of France.
  • Hawaii gets more visitors in 10 days than Bora Bora gets in an entire year.
  • The movie Couples Retreat was filmed at the St Regis Bora Bora Resort.


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While other tropical islands are known for their nightlife Bora Bora is a bit behind the times, though it is not impossible to find. About 4,000 people inhabit the island of Bora Bora. French and Tahitian are the main languages spoken on the island, though most inhabitants have a command of the English language.

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The Kardashians traveled on Air Tahiti Nui, Tahiti's international airline. While the entire family stayed in Tahiti's signature overwater bungalows, Kris and Bruce Jenner, Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries spent their time at the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa's two $5,000-a-night Presidential villas.

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How many people live on Bora Bora? Around 8,880 people called Bora Bora home as of 2021. What is the population density of Bora Bora? The island has a high population density due to its small size and the relatively large number of residents.

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Low season stretches from December to March when the weather is wet and visitors become mosquito bait. But really anytime is a good time to visit Bora Bora, since the weather is warm year-round.

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November to April (Low Season)
Bora Bora, Tahiti, and French Polynesia weather is hot, humid, and exotic. And while that may sound like the perfect paradise to some, it is not to everyone. If you're looking for the most comfortable visit possible, you'll want to avoid the wet season of November through April.

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The Cons of Bora Bora
  • It's outrageously expensive. Yes, we stayed in an over-water bungalow at the St. Regis Bora Bora — possibly the most expensive way to see the island. ...
  • Help! I'm trapped in paradise. ...
  • There's not a lot to do or see. Bora Bora is perfect for people who want to sit and enjoy paradise.


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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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