Our Readers' Favorite Resorts in the South Pacific of 2025

"Set in Bora Bora, this ultra-luxury resort pairs marine experiences—snorkeling with Napoleon fish and other tropical species in a protected lagoonarium—with restorative spa offerings such as alfresco candlelit massages. What stands out most is the superlative, highly personalized hospitality: personal butlers assist with planning events and activities and provide attentive, warm service from arrival until departure, creating a consistently seamless and luxurious stay." - Sarah Bruning Sarah Bruning Sarah Bruning is the special projects and surveys editor at Travel + Leisure, where she has been on staff since 2018. She assigns stories across the magazine, primarily for the Experiences section and feature well. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines