Pacific Island Paradises

– 185 – www.paradises.com — T a h i t i — INTERCONTINENTAL BORA BORA RESORT AND THALASSO SPA InterContinental Bora Bora Resort and Thalasso Spa features the first deep seawater, wellbeing complex in the Southern Hemisphere. Managed by the famous French company, Algotherm, this unique Thalasso Spa Centre is set to become Bora Bora's signature spa. The architects and interior designers have carefully combined Polynesian tradition and contemporary style making this a unique and deluxe resort. Each of the 80 over-water villas boasts a separate living room with a glass-bottom coffee table for viewing the abundant marine life below and a spacious bathroom opening onto the lagoon. The villas feature a large terrace with shades, sunbeds and a dining table. There is direct lagoon access from each split-level deck. Inside they offer high speed ADSL internet connection, two f lat screen televisions, CD and DVD players as well as all the comforts of a five-star property. Other facilities at the resort include a freshwater infinity pool, tennis courts and a helicopter pad. For business travellers there are conference facilities and a wedding chapel for those wanting a romantic tropical ceremony. A private stretch of white beach is for the exclusive use of guests. A complimentary shuttle is also available to and from the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort and Thalasso Spa and Bora Bora Le Moana Resort. Unique in the South Pacific, the Thalasso Spa incorporates mineral rich, deep seawater in its treatments in the glass- f loored, over-water massage suites. The outdoor jacuzzi with steam baths, showers and fitness room gazes over the ocean. Being environmentally friendly, the resort uses revolutionary technology to protect the surrounding environment and provide comfort for its guests. The resort has been designed to extract ocean water from a depth of 2500 feet to use in the air-conditioning system through thermal exchange, eliminating HCFs and is 80 percent more energy efficient than a conventional system. The cuisine offered is a combination of international and French inf luences, combined with the freshest Polynesian ingredients. There is a meal for every mood to be found at one of the three restaurants and two bars. At this spectacular resort, guests can enjoy the ultimate in luxury eco- tourism. This property successfully obtained the Earthcheck Silver Certif ication 2010-2014. Motu Piti Aau 98730 Bora Bora FRENCH POLYNESIA Tel: +689 40 607 600 Fax: +689 40 607 699 Email: boraboraspa@interconti.pf www.boraboraspa.intercontinental.com

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