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Bora Bora is an atoll in the Society Islands, part of French Polynesia located northwest of Tahiti, about 260 km northwest of Papeete. It covers an area of 29.3 km ². Formed by an extinct volcano, surrounded by a lagoon separated from the sea by a reef. The highest point is Mount Otemanu to 727 meters. Bora Bora is one of the world’s most exotic destinations.

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Today’s economy relies on tourism, mainly from Japan and the U.S..

The island is surrounded by Motus, small islands often have elongated some width and vegetation.

One of the most beautiful and photographed motus of Polynesia is the Motu Tapu, which offers truly spectacular photos, especially those made before a hurricane bears part of the tongues of sand which had at its ends.

Both the airport and major hotels are located in Motus. Since they are transport services boats come and go regularly from the hotel to the main island.

From Bora Bora we can see the nearby islands of Tahaa, Raiatea and Maupiti

Amirandes Hotel

Designed in keeping with the grand palaces of the Minoan kings, Amirandes is an exclusive beachside resort that epitomises Crete’s most inspiring features: beautiful architecture, warm hospitality, excellent cuisine and stunning land and seascapes. Just 20 minutes from Heraklion Airport, the Resort also offers good sea links and is just a short drive from attractions including the Palace of Knossos and Crete Golf Club.

Themed around the lagoons that swirl through its centre, the Resort’s 70,000 sq m expanse comprises six restaurants, private beaches, Elixir Spa with indoor pool, outdoor Olympic-size seawater pool, over 60 private pools and extensive children’s facilities. The 212 guestrooms feature indulgent details such as private gyms, home cinema and state-of-the-art bathrooms with colour-therapy and aromatherapy Jacuzzi bathtubs. Refined and considerate service mirrors the Resort’s meticulous attention to detail and utmost respect for the privacy of its guests.

Elixir Spa

Amirandes Room

Amirandes’ Elixir Spa offers a true sanctuary for the senses where simplicity is key. Six individually designed treatment and massage suites offer signature treatments and Ayurvedic therapies using organic plants and extracts from Crete’s rare, aromatic herbs.

The spa also contains an indoor pool, relaxation lounges serving complimentary tea and juices and separate men’s and women’s changing rooms with sauna and showers. Also contained within the spa is a state-of-the-art cardio-fitness gym and Beauty Centre with two manicure / pedicure rooms and hair salon. In-room treatments are available on request.

Double room prices range from US$ 200.00/night. For more information visit www.amirandes.com