PERFECT COMBINATION – LOS ANGELES & FRENCH POLYNESIA!
There could hardly be a corner of the world further removed from the everyday than the South Pacific islands of French Polynesia …… With a flying time of 23 hours via Los Angeles there is no better way to experience a combination of city and beach or culture and relaxation! You will want to see everything if you could! If you love shopping but do not want to miss out some of the best diving spots, then this shopping/beach combination will be for you!
Discover luxury in French Polynesia by staying in the largest and most developed of the Society Islands archipelago, Tahiti, which combines the unmistakable ambience of the South Seas with the no less indelible style and chic of a former French colony – while, just 12 miles away, is Moorea, with jagged mountain peaks, stunning bays, lagoons and pristine beaches. Bora Bora, 150 miles north-west, lies amid the bluest of lagoons, with a filigree of tiny coral reef-ringed atolls. Experience the uniqueness of each island in style!
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora - Beach Walk
Fly back on Virgin Atlantic and stop over in LA staying in one of the stylish Beverly Hills properties. This allows for a shopping extravaganza as you stroll along Rodeo Drive and a chance to sample some of the finest restaurants in the city.
The city’s sightseeing highlights will easily fill several days. Allow time to visit at least one of the film studios and Disneyland. Be sure to take in beach-style LA at Santa Monica or Malibu. Check-out the designer boutiques and galleries on Beverly Hills’ ultra-chic Rodeo Drive. Stop at Mann’s (Grauman’s) Chinese Theater to see the hand and footprints of such stars as the Marx Brothers, Douglas Fairbanks and Marilyn Monroe. See the dramatic entrance of the Kodak Theatre, site of the Academy Awards. And plunge into the legendary nightlife scene on the Sunset Strip and in Mid-Wilshire.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora:
The Four Seasons Resort is the newest hotel and spa resort on Bora Bora featuring the luxurious accommodations and unmatched personalised service one would expect from the Four Seasons. Enjoy its serene location, beautiful islets with distinct Polynesian touches. Soak up the sun, culture and breathtaking views from the glorious over-water bungalows, explore the inner lagoon for snorkelling – see coral, tropical fish, rays and turtles, while making use of the hands-on marine biology centre and learn more about the local ecology. Dining options range from Polynesian to French to South Pacific fusion. Nestled at the lagoon-edge, and surrounded by tropical groves and the pristine Pacific waters, sits The Spa. With breathtaking ocean views, the kahaia tree-inspired spa captures the unique balance that defines Bora Bora, surging energy meeting luxuriant tranquillity. The resort’s successful ‘Navigator’ catamaran offers guests the chance to explore the magical turquoise lagoon of Bora Bora. Whether on a sunset cocktail cruise or a group snorkelling outing the catamaran experience provides the ultimate in luxury.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora - Aerial View
InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa:
Picturesque Moorea Island is just 10 minutes by air from Papeete on the Society Islands’ main island of Tahiti. It is the location of this impressive luxury resort, where would-be South Pacific castaways with an unashamed taste for comfort and self-indulgence, will feel perfectly at home. Nestling between mountains and lagoon, amid gardens perfumed by frangipani and hibiscus flowers, it welcomes you to a setting where the only energy you will need to expend will be dedicated to relaxing by the private white-sand beach or cooling off in the new infinity pool and turquoise lagoon – or perhaps enjoying some of the excellent water-sports. A special attraction here, too, is the hotel’s Moorea Dolphin Centre where these friendly mammals play and swim along with guests – a unique and unforgettable experience.
Intercontinental Moorea Resort and Spa - Beach Bungalow
The Inter-Continental Tahiti Resort:
An ideal Tahiti base from which to ‘island-hop’, this stylish, long-established resort offers both a high standard of international luxury and a serene setting on the sunset-facing side of the island. Facilities include two restaurants for themed buffets with live entertainment to intimate à la carte dining over the lagoon, two ‘lagoon’ swimming pools set amid 32 acres of tropical gardens facing the island of Moorea and a choice of leisure activities.
Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel – Los Angeles:
Positioned at one of the world’s most famous intersections – facing Rodeo Drive and the Hollywood Hills – this exclusive luxury Four Seasons hotel is a renowned Los Angeles landmark dating back to 1928. In the heart of Beverly Hills – steps from renowned Rodeo Drive shops – this historic hotel buzzes with vitality from dramatic renovations, blending tradition and trend. See-and-be-seen dining and glamorous events are balanced by quiet, personal comfort in the spa, the pool and luxury guest rooms. Thoughtful Four Seasons care warms every moment.
Beverly Wilshire Lobby
The Beverly Hilton – Los Angeles:
Opened in 1955 by Conrad Hilton, The Beverly Hilton has combined the excitement of Hollywood with the elegance of Beverly Hills for 50 years. It has been host to some of the world’s great entertainers and most experienced travellers. Now newly refurbished, the Beverly Hilton emerges as a breathtaking beacon of modern luxury and is once again a premier destination.
