At a Charity auction in November, I “won” flights on Air Tahiti and four nights at the St. Regis in Bora Bora, French Polynesia. Since we had to go to Tahiti to take ownership of our apartment on a ship that travels the world (our new “mobile home” as daughter Margaret calls it), we thought a pre-closing vacation in Bora Bora was in order.
It is as beautiful as all the tourist pictures make it appear. Gorgeous turquois water, a lush central island with a 3,000 ft. mountain, and villas over the warm water. Not a whole lot to do, but a great honeymoon or get-away place after a long cold winter. (Well, we missed most of the winter, but you get the idea).
On our last day, we met Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue and his wife Courtney on their honeymoon. Per google, Nikki has had some tough times, including being declared dead of a drug overdose at one point. But he seems to have his head on straight now. (His autobiography is titled “The Heroin Diaries: A Year in the Life of a Shattered Rock Star”). He and Courtney are both nice, and we had a very pleasant afternoon by the pool with them. The band with the four original members is on their final tour, but Nikki is also doing very well as host of a radio show called “Sixx Sense” in addition to being an author, producer, clothing designer, and whatever else he can do to recover from his bad years.
Anyhow, we would rate Bora Bora as a great place to visit if you’re in the area or on the way to Asia. It’s too far for a special trip from the east coast unless it’s to get married or have a special honeymoon. A week is enough, there’s not much to do (thus the name). Spectacular though – and water warm enough that you want to float for hours.
Tomorrow we island hop to Papeete, Tahiti to move into our mobile home and then visit more of French Polynesia before heading to New Zealand and Australia.
After the pictures, I’ve added a 7 minute video so you can get a feel for the island. And some amazing wind surfing stunts by yours truly. Don’t try this at home.
And now, click to see the video:
D & D Adventures 
The windsurfing trials are too funny!!! LMAO!!! You need Lori to teach you…..you know she would have ben up on her first attempt 🙂
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hi guys! we were cracking up at the windsurfing clips…but man! the water looks so great ! I wouldnt mind falling into that. I cant believe you’re in Bora Bora! You guys look great. Nice tan, messy hair, surrounded by water! Im so jealous! Your retirement home is awesome… what a good idea. have a great time! post more! Its like watching the travel channel.
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Hey, I’m on. John is having much more trouble. Followed your email directions and worked just fine for me. I can always have him sign in on mine. Wish we had some of that warm weather you are having.
Have fun
Claudia
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Love the new pad. Looks fabulous, Debra boarding fabulous, Dave wind surfing -well more practice maybe?
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How many times did you try that? I think it was the audience that threw you off!
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The wind surfing clips were great. Wipeouts had me laughing out loud. Slow mo would have enhanced!
Bet your missing the spring snow in New England!
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Charley and I had a good laugh at the windsurfing part of that video. 🙂 I think you would’ve gotten it in another hour or so. I did it in Hawaii and was able to get moving on the board. Problem was, I didn’t know how to stop or turn….. Debra’s paddle boarding looked promising too. Should’ve stuck with it! 🙂 Can’t wait to see video from the mobile home!
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