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Say "goodbye" to $27 beers. On Our Radar [US Department of State to Roll Back Trump-Era Restrictions on Cuba Travel]( The policy changes have been over a year in the making. [You'll No Longer Have to Pay an Absurd Amount of Money to Eat at NYC Airports]( Say "goodbye" to $27 beers. [Japan to Allow 50 Travelers to Enter the Country As Part of a Tourism Experiment]( But there are a LOT of caveats. Destination of the Day Bora Bora With white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and a lurid, rocky peak rising from the groves of coconut palms, [Bora Bora]( has long been the boilerplate South Seas fantasy isle. Long treasured by the elite jet set, it’s an aspirational (and often expensive) destination that will linger in travelers’ memories long after they’ve left. Things to Do Bora Bora is [a low-energy vacation destination](, and the resorts are designed with this in mind. Days here are often spent swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, or simply taking in the fantastical views from the lanai of one's overwater bungalow. Visitors also enjoy fine dining, Polynesian dance revues hosted by the resorts, or spa treatments. More active travelers can hike Mount Otemanu on the main island, embark on a snorkeling excursion, or explore the island’s history and culture with a guide. Where to Stay Bora Bora is the domain of the luxury resort with bungalow-style accommodations, and most of those are [the famous overwater bungalows]( that blare from the pages of glossy brochures. A handful of these resorts are on the main island (with somewhat lower rates), but most are on the motu, across the lagoon from the island. A far less expensive option is the pension, or Tahitian-style guesthouse. Typically on the main island, these accommodations range from very basic to somewhat deluxe, and are a fraction of the cost of the resorts. What to Eat Many of Bora Bora’s resorts have chefs direct from France, and the quality of the cooking is sublime. This is where the elite come to play, so even the most sophisticated palates will be well-sated here. Each resort will also offer their own take on local favorites like poisson cru—a raw fish salad with lime, coconut milk, and crunchy vegetables—or the firi firi Tahitian-style coconut donut. Breads and pastries are, understandably, consistent with the standard one might find in any French patisserie. Vacation Like a Pro As French Polynesia is influenced by France, many French social cues apply here. It’s polite to say “bonjour” or “’Ia ora na” (“hello” in Tahitian) to no one in particular upon entering a shop or restaurant, and to say or return a greeting again before conducting any business. [Scott Laird]( Contributing Writer Your Packing List Bora Bora is casual, but Polynesians tend to be relatively modest and visitors should wear shirts and [sandals]( when away from the beach or pool. Never underestimate the power of the tropical sun. Bring plenty of [reef-safe sunblock](, a [sun hat](, and [aloe vera gel](. It goes without saying you’ll want to pack [a couple of swimsuits]( and [a swimsuit cover-up!]( If you’re planning to go snorkeling or swimming, consider bringing a [sun-protective top or rash guard.]( Trending in Travel [How to Calculate the Cost of Gas for a Road Trip]( [Explore Queen Victoria's Favorite Vacation Spot]( [Here Are the National Park Fee-Free Days for 2022]( Get Inspired The Rann of Kutch, also known as the [Great Rann of Kutch](, is a remarkable place to visit in Gujarat. Much of it consists of one of the world's largest salt desert, measuring about 3,800 square miles. What makes it even more amazing is that the salt desert is underwater during the main [monsoon season in India](. For the remaining eight months of the year, it's an enormous stretch of packed white salt. Got Any Tips? Have a travel tip or feedback on how we can improve? Send us a note at feedback@tripsavvy.com and you may just see it in a future newsletter! [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [LinkedIn]( You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the TripSavvy newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please [click here](page=tripsavvy) A DOTDASH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10005 © 2021 tripsavvy.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely [unsubscribe](.