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The island was originally called Pora Pora, which means "first born", since the letter B doesnt exist in the Tahitian language.
Everyone wears flowers; like the national flower; herein lies a huge symbolism for single and couples alike.
Movies such as Couple’s Retreat and stars such as Vin Diesel have filmed here.
The island acted as a supply post during WWII and 6000 US Soldiers were based here. One artillery cannon remains to this day.
Kim Kardashian boasted that her family trip to Bora Bora was one of the best vacations that she has ever had. Her show “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” aired three continuous episodes of their time there and the stayed at the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort Spa.