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Jordana Weiss | November 30, 2018

Bora Bora

The crown jewel of French Polynesia is the island paradise of Bora Bora. The tropical summer that starts in November means that it’s hot and wet when we’re experiencing snowy temperatures. Most people go to Bora Bora for the unspeakably beautiful beaches and luxury accommodations. It’s possible to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars for just a few days in an over-water villa. However, it is possible to save some money by staying in places like the Sunset Hill Lodge or Manureva House, both of which cost around $200-300 USD per day.

Once you’re on the island, most of the activities, like snorkeling, swimming, and sunbathing, are free. If you want to pay a bit of money to explore the inland parts of the island, a Jeep tour can take you to WWII ruins, or up to the peak of mountains where you’ll have a spectacular view of the island. This is definitely a once-in-a-lifetime trip, so plan it as early as possible to avoid disappointment. You’ll need to connect through Tahiti, and the small planes that fly the route from Tahiti to Bora Bora fill up fast.

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