Lori Barbely
Hi, I’m Lori. But you can call me Lors. I’m a middle-aged New Jersey-born gal, currently based in Orlando, Florida. My background is in editorial travel photography and writing and I've been to more than 30 countries. I’m obsessed with tropical locales and my favorite city is Tokyo. Have camera, will travel! I’m a Disney adult, Lord of the Rings fan, certified crazy cat lady, and sushi addict! I hope this blog inspires your wanderlust. Feel free to follow me on Instagram for snippets of daily life on and off the road.
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Overwater Bungalows in Tuamotu Islands
Comprised of 76 atolls and countless coral reefs, the Tuamotu archipelago is home to stunning water, picture-perfect beaches, and perhaps most important, overwater bungalows. Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa The Rangiroa atoll, the largest atoll in the archipelago, is home to Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa. The resort has 58 bungalows, including a mix of beach and overwater bungalows. Overwater bungalows are air conditioned, have WiFi, a terrace over the water with direct lagoon access, windows in the floor, and sliding glass doors to bring the outside in. Meals are served at the Te Rairoa Restaurant and there’s a twice-weekly Polynesian buffet and dance show. Enjoy drinks at…
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Austral Islands, Bora Bora, French Polynesia, Gambier Islands, Huahine, Islands of Tahiti, Marquesas Islands, Moorea, Overwater Bungalows, South Pacific, Tuamotu
Overwater Bungalows in French Polynesia
Overwater bungalows in French Polynesia are typically what you picture when you envision your dream overwater bungalow vacation. French Polynesia is a large French overseas territory that is comprised of five island groups: The Society Islands, The Tuamotu Archipelago, the Gambier Islands, the Marquesas Islands, and the Austral Islands Overwater Bungalows in the Society Islands Archipelago Windward Islands Leeward Islands Overwater Bungalows in the Austral Archipelago The Austral Islands in French Polynesia is an archipelago made up of seven islands, five of which are inhabited. The five inhabited islands are Rūrutu (Rurutu), Ra’ivāvae (Raivavae), Tupua’i (or Tubuai), Rimatara, and Rapa (Rapa Iti, not to be confused with Easter Island, which…
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Are there Overwater Bungalows on French Polynesia’s Huahine Island?
The only overwater bungalow resort on Huahine, Hotel Royal Huahine, closed in 2024. There are rumors that it will be reopening in late 2024, but they are unconfirmed. Find Overwater Bungalows If you like it, put a pin on it!
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The St. Regis Red Sea Resort Overwater Bungalows
Located on Ummahat Island, a private island in the Al Wajh Lagoon, The St. Regis Red Sea resort opened in early 2024. In a bid to boost tourism, Saudi Arabia is investing a large amount of money into the Red Sea Project and The St. Regis Red Sea Resort is the first of many hotels set to open in the destination, bringing luxury and elegance to the Ummahat archipelago. How to get to The St. Regis Red Sea Resort Fly into the Red Sea International Airport (RSI) on Saudia or flydubai, then take a charter boat transfer (included) or seaplane transfer (for an additional fee) to the resort. Overwater Bungalows…
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Bora Bora, Tahiti Overwater Bungalows
Bora Bora, Tahiti Overwater Bungalows are the iconic thatch-roof bungalows that people picture when they think of overwater bungalows. Let’s explore the fabulous choices! How to Get to Bora Bora Bora Bora is an island group in French Polynesia, which is located in the South Pacific. Traveling to Bora Bora will be quicker from the West Coast of the US than the East Coast, with many flights departing out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). To get to Bora Bora, fly from LAX to Tahiti’s Fa’a’ā International Airport (FAA) on carriers like Air Tahiti Nui, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. From FAA take a flight on Air Tahiti or Air…
