September 15th, 2009 by Terry Youens

FOUR SEASONS RESORT BORA BORA

Four Seasons elevates the excitement to redefine South Seas escape:
Welcome to the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora.  On this mystical island with its necklace of white-fringed coral islets, Four Seasons elevates the excitement to redefine South Seas escape.  Exotic over-water suites, and beachfront villas with pools, immerse you in ultramodern comforts [...]

September 10th, 2009 by Terry Youens

TIKEHAU PEARL BEACH RESORT
Tikehau is located on one of Polynesia’s loveliest atolls a modest 900m wide – rich in colourful marine life – and offers outstanding snorkelling and scuba.  Here you will find this beguiling little retreat beside a pink sand beach shaded by palms, Tikehau Pearl Beach Resort guarantees a romantic island paradise, offering [...]

September 8th, 2009 by Terry Youens

SOFITEL BORA BORA MARARA BEACH & PRIVATE ISLAND

Poised on the edge of a private white-sand beach at lovely Matira Bay, this appealing new resort has more the look of a Polynesian village than of a conventional hotel.  The newly opened Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach & Private Island features Polynesian architecture in a setting of [...]

September 4th, 2009 by Terry Youens

HOTEL KIA ORA RANGIROA

Contemplate the lagoon that stretches all the way to the horizon:
Largest of the Tuamotu Island atolls, Rangiroa is an hour’s flight from Tahiti, with a lagoon 50 miles long by 22 miles wide famed worldwide for its diving.  Here, amid the brilliant white beaches and turquoise lagoon waters, is the setting for [...]

September 3rd, 2009 by Terry Youens

MOOREA PEARL RESORT & SPA

Soaring majestically out of the ocean in an explosion of green velvet, jagged mountain peaks, stunning bays, lagoons and pristine beaches – welcome to Moorea:
Designed in traditional Polynesian fashion, this beguiling little lagoon-side property effortlessly captures the unique charm and accomplished first-class style of Pearl Resorts.  Staying at the Moorea Pearl [...]

September 2nd, 2009 by Terry Youens

BORA BORA PEARL BEACH RESORT & SPA

At the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort & Spa you can discover the sparkling magic of the lagoon, admire the awe-inspiring Mount Otemanu while luxuriating in the peace and tranquillity of the surroundings:
This is truly one of the most comprehensive resorts in Bora Bora and an attractive option for [...]

July 7th, 2009 by Terry Youens

HILTON MOOREA LAGOON RESORT & SPA

Imaginatively conceived to complement its beautiful natural surroundings:
Easily accessed by a flight of just 10 minutes from the French Polynesia gateway of Papeete on Tahiti Island, this very impressive luxury resort lies in a lush and exotic picture-book location between magnificent Cook’s Bay and Opunohu Bay.  It is the perfect [...]

July 6th, 2009 by Terry Youens

INTER-CONTINENTAL LE MOANA RESORT BORA BORA

A perfect marriage of small-hotel charm and luxury resort sophistication:
A perfect marriage of small-hotel charm and luxury resort sophistication, re-opened in 2006 after lavish remodelling, Le Moana clusters amid landscaped gardens beside a dream-like South Seas white-sand beach and lagoon at famous Matira Point.  The property’s delightful décor brings alive [...]

May 26th, 2009 by Terry Youens

FRENCH POLYNESIA
There could hardly be a corner of the world further removed from the everyday than the South Pacific islands of French Polynesia.  Over 25,000 of them lie scattered here across the ocean in a vivid green-and-gold jigsaw – the magic of their extravagant beauty and beguiling mood inspiration for Gauguin, Stevenson and countless many [...]

May 21st, 2009 by Terry Youens

BORA BORA LAGOON RESORT & SPA

Orient-Express Polynesia-style:
An Orient-Express Hotels property, exclusive Bora Bora Lagoon Resort & Spa is romantically set on a lush secluded island – Motu Toopua – amid 12 acres of lush flora, soft white sands and warm opalescent lagoon seas.  This truly distinguished luxury hideaway has earned a reputation for being one [...]