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Comparing Overwater Bungalows Around the World
The South Pacific and the Maldives are often touted as having the best overwater bungalows in the world, but how do they compare to each other? And how do they compare to luxury overwater bungalows in the Caribbean? I’ve stayed in overwater bungalows in each of these tropical destinations and I’m breaking down travel time, cost, amenities, and more to help you decide which overwater bungalow is right for your next luxury vacation! Research Approach I based my research approach for comparing overwater bungalows on both personal experience and hard data. This multi-faceted approach includes personal perspective and factual insight. Travel Dates: Since the resorts are in regions with varying…
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Austral Islands, Bora Bora, French Polynesia, Gambier Islands, Huahine, Islands of Tahiti, Marquesas Islands, Moorea, Overwater Bungalows, South Pacific
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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Moorea Overwater Bungalows
Located in the Islands of Tahiti in French Polynesia, Mo’orea is home to several overwater bungalows in the quintessential setting that everyone dreams of when they think of overwater bungalows. Here’s everything you need to know about Moorea overwater bungalows. To get to Moorea, you’ll first fly to Tahiti Island and then catch an interisland flight or ferry to Moorea. It’s important to note that flights and ferries to Moorea typically cease daily operations around 5 pm. What this means for your planning is that you’ll typically need to spend a night in Papeete and then head to Moorea the following day. Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort Highlights Located between Cook’s…
