Re: Comparison

Bora Bora vs the Maldives would, I believe, come out as a draw. We stayed in the Bora Bora in June this year and the Maldives in 2003 prior to the devastation of the tsunami so this may be historical. They are both idyllic locations sharing some features but being unique in others. In the Maldives each hotel/resort is its own atoll, therefore, the activities are subject to what the hotel organises. Both locations are fantastic for the sea life - my wife and I don't scuba dive but saw almost as much of the sea life by snorkelling as the divers in both places. Bora Bora has the advantage of being able to go to other places to eat and drink whereas on the Maldives its take it or leave it in your hotel. We stayed at Club Med in both Bora Bora and the Maldives. The biggest draw back to Bora Bora is the 36 hours travelling time (including layovers) from UK compared to 12 hours to the Maldives. I would recommend anyone who has been to Bora Bora to visit the Maldives. Hope this helps

Great for: Scuba/Snorkeling

Last Visit: june 2006

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comparisons

would be very interested to hear from someone who could compare Fench Polynesia and Bora Bora and these islands to the Maldives. Do they compare ?

Great for: Family Holidays

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Perfect for honeymoons

We went to Bora Bora in September 2004 on our honeymoon we cruised around several of the local islands and also went to The Cook Islands which are also very beautiful. We loved all the islands and felt Bora Bora had the best beach for shear beauty and so true about the best pineapples, however there wasn't much else around outside the main hotel resorts and it did feel quite commercialised in theese areas. However If you want a romantic settings they dont come any better than this!

Great for: Beaches, Scuba/Snorkeling

Last Visit: September 2004

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Paradise Found

Stayed in a premium overwater bungalow at Le Meridien in Bora Bora. This holiday will never be surpassed for me in terms of beauty, relaxation, and water activities. Simply put, if you can afford it, go. If you can afford an O/W bungalow, get one and take the one you love. Don't stay on the main island though, the motu are far quieter, more romantic and scenic especially Le Meridien - (do watch out for the Ritz-Carlton and Beachcomber new developments which promise to be equally spectacular)

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I liked the fact that the web site was very specific, exactally what i was looking for.

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Romantic Honeymoon Getaway

I went to Bora Bora for my honeymoon in March 2005 and stayed a week in an OW bungalow at the Pearl Beach Resort. The view out our back window, the water, the privacy, food - OUTSTANDING. This was the first vacation we took where we actually did practically nothing but relax and enjoy the atmosphere. Pictures, although beautiful, do not capture the full beauty of the island. The only, and I really mean only, downside is the expense. It can get expensive, but it is well worth it. We shopped for groceries at the local market and saved so much! The hotels out on the motus are better for the beautiful view of Mount Otemanu and hip high water to play, swim, snorkel in. Hotels on the mainland are a little more noisy, but closer to shopping and restaurants. It is an unforgettable place and the best we've ever been.

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Unsurpassed beauty and flexibility to your needs

I spent 2 weeks in French Polynesia with the longest stay in Bora Bora. I loved everything about bora bora. Moorea was also very nice yet with more commercialism, and the best scuba diving. Huahine was the most primitive but this is very good if you want quality time with your mate, although primitive you will want for nothing if you just ask. Tahiti(Papeete) reminded me of boring hawaii, although if you get away from the capital it is very nice and the only golf course is on Tahiti. Bora Bora is like a cross between Tahiti and Huahine. I strongly reccomend vacationing there as i plan to return about every 5 years for the rest of my life. With alittle planning you can have exactly what you want in a vacation while you are on the most beautiful islands in the world ++**hands down**++ While otw bugalows are very nice garden rooms are more affordable and just as close to the beach if you think about it.

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Wonderful Bliss

We spent 7 days on the Radisson Seven Seas Paul Gauguin. We visited several islands and they were all very beautiful. Tahiti remains unspoiled, it isn't commercialized, very primitive, no crime, the best pineapple in the world along with the best vanilla. The Tahitians work very hard and enjoy their simple life.

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Once in a Lifetime

Bora Bora was our Honeymoon destination and it was definely worth the wait...and plane ride. Luckily for us we were on our Honeymoon and didn't need much more than a view and place to rest our heads. This is the place you want to go if you want pure seclusion and relaxation. A quick visit to the main land and a boat trip around the island is a must. Bora Bora is a once in a lifetime experience which made us happy we did it for our Honeymoon. A must see and experience kind of place.

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Bora Bora a Bust

Went to Bora Bora 2 years ago and stayed at Club Med. The stay doesn't compare to any of our Maui stays. The huts are over the water because there isn't any where else to put them because of the one main road is probably 100 feet away from the water..so you here all the road noise and the mosquitos were bad. On a tour of the island it was neat to see the old war installations but there isn't any wildlife because there is no fresh water supply on the island

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