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French Polynesia
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| French Polynesia |
| It’s no accident that so many writers and artists have landed on one of the 118 islands of French Polynesia and found it impossible to leave. The aqua lagoon of Bora Bora, is as strikingly blue as its reputation suggests, and so clear that you can dive for coral and an encyclopedic show of tropical fish from almost any point in the water. Life proceeds slowly with a decided French accent, adding to the allure. Like Gauguin you can drop out and feel entirely disconnected from the world. Why Go: The most beautiful water in the world contrasted with jagged mountains and a French inflected island lifestyle. When to Go: May-October Essential Ports: Moorea, Huahine, Bora Bora, Maupiti, Raiatea, Tetiaroa, Huahine and Tahiti. Essential experiences: The Bora Bora lagoonarium, picnics on the beach of a private motu, vanilla and black pearl farms; dinner at the tiny exclusive La Villa Mahana for chef Damien Rinaldi Dovio's French/Asian/tropical cuisine. Local favorite: Heiva in late June, a festival of dancing and other festivities putting islanders in touch with their roots (and giving them an excuse to throw a three week long party). |