Kiss the clock goodbye in one of 89 villas—most built over the pristine lagoon—at the St. Regis Bora Bora. Kayak, sail, or simply chaise-lounge with views of Mount Otemanu. Butler service, a restaurant menu by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, and traditional taurumi massages round out the relaxation.
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Kiss the clock goodbye in one of 89 villas—most built over the pristine lagoon—at the St. Regis Bora Bora. Kayak, sail, or simply chaise-lounge with views of Mount Otemanu. Butler service, a restaurant menu by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, and traditional taurumi massages round out the relaxation.
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This article originally appeared in the December 2018/January 2019 issue of National Geographic Traveler magazine. This version was updated on March 26, 2019.
Chicago freelancer Elaine Glusac writes about travel and food. Follow her on Twitter @ElaineGlusac and Instagram @eglusac.
