Luxury Travel Advisor - August 2007 - (Page 28) BORA BORA CRUISES provides the epitome of luxury on their mega yachts, which boast topnotch amenities and ample room for relaxation (right and below). ADVISOR INSIGHT: Maria Caruso of Linden Travel in New York says she loves staying at Amanresorts’ Hotel Bora Bora. “To me, it’s like being in heaven on earth. Of course, they have the overwater bungalows, but for a real treat, stay in a pool faré (that’s Tahitian for home). They’re horseshoe-shaped and feature four-poster beds, separate living space and really spacious bathrooms, all of which lead out onto 1,260-square-foot decks with private pools.” Linden Travel’s clients are also “over the moon about the overwater bungalows at the St. Regis Bora Bora,” says Caruso. “Of course, it didn’t hurt that they were there at the same time as honeymooning Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. We’ve also heard raves about the Maru Spa that opened last year at the Bora Bora Lagoon Resort. It’s on its own motu and two of the treatment rooms are actually set into the branches of a large banyan tree. Can you imagine enjoying treatments while looking out onto the lagoon and Mount Pahia from the large picture windows? In Bora Bora, the highlight of dining at Bloody Mary’s is enjoying the catch of the day from local fisherman, while your feet dangle in the sand!” Linden Travel’s Barbara Gallay says that she loves Villa La Mahana in Bora Bora. “The chef used to be at L'Orangerie in Los Angeles—and he’s created a terrific French menu with great Polynesian flair. There are maybe 12 tables at most, so you definitely have to book way ahead.” has remained untouched until your client’s arrival. In French Polynesia, hotel partners include properties from Pearl Beach, Orient-Express, InterContinental, St. Regis, Amanresorts and Relais & Châteaux. Contact Sales Manager Claire Arrindell (claire@idestin.com; 914-8333300, ext. 108). Here’s the rundown on the best rooms: At Orient-Express’s Bora Bora Lagoon Resort & Spa (www. boraboralagoon.com), book any one of the Overwater End of Pon- toon Bungalows—located at the end of connected teak walkways— for their privacy, unobstructed views of Mt. Otemanu and a deck leading to the blue lagoon. At the InterContinental Tahiti (www.ta hiti.intercontinental.com), opt for the one-bedroom Antares Panoramic Suite, which has its own dining room. Best to book at the InterContinental Moorea (www.moorea.intercontinental. com) are any one of the Overwater Bungalows (the largest room type) with private terraces leading directly to the lagoon. At Relais & Châteaux’s Le Taha’a Private Island & Spa (www.letahaa.com), choose the 1,100-square-foot Beach Villas, which are surrounded by rock walls for privacy and feature individual swimming pools and tropical gardens, or room 41, which offers the best sunset views. If you’re booking the St. Regis Bora Bora (www.starwoodhotels. com), go for the huge two-bedroom Royal Over Water Pool Villas; they boast two terrace gazebos and a private swimming pool. 28 LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR | August 2007 http://www.letahaa.com http://www.tahiti.intercontinental.com http://www.tahiti.intercontinental.com http://www.starwoodhotels.com http://www.starwoodhotels.com http://www.moorea.intercontinental.com http://www.boraboralagoon.com http://www.moorea.intercontinental.com http://www.boraboralagoon.com
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