① The World’s Top Honeymoon Destination
The Maldives is renowned worldwide as the top honeymoon destination. It’s a dream vacation spot for many newlyweds. The emerald-colored sea and luxurious water villas make you excited to even think about it.
However, these views are not exclusive to the Maldives. Several overseas destinations are emerging as competitors to the Maldives. Among them, ‘Bora Bora Island’ is a fantastic destination with a landscape that could rival the Maldives.
Bora Bora Island is located in the Society Islands of French Polynesia.
It is situated about 149 miles away from the main island of Tahiti, and it takes about 40 minutes by plane.
Bora Bora Island is composed of a main island and an atoll that surrounds it. The large and small coral islands are called ‘motu’. The lagoon that surrounds them all is a world-famous landscape. The view from the plane is so unbelievable that it is hard to believe it is real.
From South Korea, you need to make a stopover to get to Bora Bora Island. Stopover in Tokyo, Japan, Auckland New Zealand, or Honolulu, Hawaii from Incheon Airport. Once you arrive in Tahiti, you take a speedboat and travel for about 50 minutes to get to Bora Bora Island. It’s not an easy trip, taking roughly 16 hours from Incheon to arrive at the destination. Among Korean tourists, it’s more familiarly known as a honeymoon destination.
② A Place Known as the “Pearl of the South Pacific”
Bora Bora Island is considered the best paradise on earth. Known as the “Pearl of the South Pacific,” it is loved as a vacation destination with the most beautiful lagoons created by volcanic eruptions.
Bora Bora Island is great for enjoying ocean activities. Enjoy snorkeling where the water is clear and watch the colorful fish as if you were in an aquarium. It’s also great for scuba diving, but snorkeling is sufficient to see all of what Bora Bora Island has to offer.
Viewing the landscape of Bora Bora Island from above by helicopter is a special experience. The emerald beaches of Bora Bora Island are truly breathtaking. Enjoying the natural scenery by boat is also great to enjoy.
The overwater bungalow resorts are famous in Bora Bora Island. The luxurious resorts floating on the sea invite you to enjoy your vacation throughout your stay. Experience the view of the sea right before your eyes. Bora Bora Island is the perfect honeymoon destination to relax while you’re there.
③ Perfect Overwater Bungalow Resorts
There are many beautiful overwater resorts floating on the sea in Bora Bora Island.
With numerous ultra-luxury resorts, it’s often difficult to decide which one to choose.
“The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort” is located in the largest area in Tahiti.
As the most popular resort on Bora Bora Island, the St. Regis is known as the top brand in the Starwood Hotel Group. Experience the best service during your stay.
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort has the largest overwater villa in the South Pacific.
With a total of 91 rooms, you can enjoy the scenery of Bora Bora Island all day from the sea.
The rate for a one-night stay at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort starts from about 1.6 million KRW (about $1,400).
“Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora” is located with Mount Otemanu and the lagoon as its backdrop. It being the first resort built in Tahiti makes it even more special. There are many private offerings for visitors staying at the Four Seasons, and it’s well-known for its luxurious interior.
The Four Seasons is a large resort, boasting as many as 100 overwater bungalows that are over 1000 square feet, each offering slightly different views. You can enjoy various facilities and programs within the resort. It’s a place exclusively for relaxation, where you can spend a comfortable time throughout your stay.
The room rate for one night at Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is about 2.5 million KRW (about $2,200).
Guests who have stayed at the resort have left reviews such as “Amazing resort providing top-level service,” “A small island with two palm trees in front of the main beach and Mount Otemanu. Truly an amazing location,” “Definitely a bit expensive, but it was the most romantic vacation I’ve ever had.”
By. Mia Han
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