No. 16 Bora-Bora, French Polynesia
To the northwest of Moorea—which squeaked ahead at No. 14 in the 2011 World’s Best Awards—Bora-Bora stands out for its two volcanic peaks and a lagoon circled by a coral reef. It’s no surprise that the island’s score for natural beauty is always its top-ranking characteristic. Rouse yourself from the luxurious resorts here to hire a boat and explore the surrounding
motus (islets).
