Having the pleasure of staying at the St. Regis, I was greeted with friendly staff and a quick ride on the boat to the atoll. The main island of Bora Bora was once a volcano, and the remains are surrounded by many “motus” or “atolls” that create an almost still water lagoon. Even though the ocean side is rough with wind and choppy waters, the lagoon side is sheltered creating its perfect white sand beaches and crystal clear water. The almost complete circle surrounding the main island creates one big swimming pool with only one entrance to the ocean.