Pro tip: if you stay at the Intercontinental Manava on the main island, you can take the boat to the Intercontinental Thalasso on the motu during the day. While the Thalasso is already cheaper than the the other big resorts, the Manava is usually about 2/3 the price of the Thalasso. You can even get a beach bungalo for well under $1k/night. In other words, you can save a ton by staying at the Manava for a few nights without having to step all the way down to a place like the Maitai.
Bora Bora had more natural beauty and was a more interesting place to visit for me, but the Maldives has the better selection of resorts and better airlines to get there. So I'll be heading back next year 😃
We never had the chance to visit those beach bungalows, as our photo sessions have always taken place on overwater bungalows (for some reason). But the private pool option is really a plus. Thanks for this video👌 We will be able to recommend this option to our next customers.
Great video. We love the St Regis in Bora Bora and have stayed there several times. Going back next year and was thinking of trying the Four Seasons. But, we may just continue with St Regis.
Greeat video Ricky. One question tho. You said you are titanium for Bonvoy. They still didn't upgrade you to at least the lowest level of overwater bungalow?? Or did you choose beachside instead? How was the breakfast at St. Regis?
I chose beachside for this one. Breakfast was great, probably the best out of the three - but note that it isn't really at the same level as what you'll find in Asia / Middle East / The Maldives, etc.
Great stuff. Planning our 40th now. TY! One question, do both St Regis & Four Seasons offer bikes to use? Resorts look huge......-- Just saw ending, NO bikes at Four Seasons?? WOW
Conrad - 89,000 Hilton Honors points per night (Fifth Night Free) St. Regis - 120,000 Bonvoy points + $400 per night Four Seasons - Cash (travel agent rate) 😊
My wife and I are doing intensive researched between St. Regis, Four season, Le Pearl bora bora but everyone seems to be more incline to like St. Regis over Four Seasons. I know you rather stay at St. Regis if you had to pick (your answer from another comment). I want to ask again to make sure, would you stay at St. Regis over Four seasons? When nI look at pictures and videos of both resorts I see St. Regis is lacking some luxuries and view but still everyone seems to like St. Regis more because of the service.
@@blessm4805 I ended up going to Four Seasons. I also ended up eating at the Michelin star restaurant at St. Regis. I was happy I picked Four Seasons. The staff never disappointed me and the resort was much better maintained.
Hey, try the Intercontinental next time! Would love a review. G maps says Four Seasons is $6K per nite! Yikes... Rest assured that does not include food, drinks or the spa services in that lovely spa 🥴
We literally just missed you guys there! We stayed at Le Bora Bora but can't wait for the Westin to open. Any insider knowledge on how many points that will be?
If paying cash, we’d still choose St Regis, the lack of personal bicycles alone is enough to convince us. The distance between villas and restaurants/activities can be far and I can’t imagine walking/exploring in the heat of day!
You will never get a true 5 star experience on any island resort. They just do not have the mentality and aptitude to serve as a European 5 star hotel would. That’s why I sort of haven’t been back to Tahiti for 21 years. But watched your video as we are things of a renew moon trip. The prices are more than the finest hotels in Switzerland and I’m not sure we’ll go after this. Maybe Koh Samui will be better
Lucky man. A nice companion couple. ❤❤! Enjoy your time in Bora Bora.
Love all your videos but always happy to see Jesse! You guys are a great couple!
Pro tip: if you stay at the Intercontinental Manava on the main island, you can take the boat to the Intercontinental Thalasso on the motu during the day. While the Thalasso is already cheaper than the the other big resorts, the Manava is usually about 2/3 the price of the Thalasso. You can even get a beach bungalo for well under $1k/night. In other words, you can save a ton by staying at the Manava for a few nights without having to step all the way down to a place like the Maitai.
Ricky ! You two should hurry up and get married ! And great video as always !
This summer! :)
@@_Ricky congratulations! I hope you guys open a few new cards hit the SUB and make a few videos out of it ! Happy for you both !
Great tour of the 3 locations. Appreciate this info so much. Well done!
Air Tahiti Nui, how was it? Bora Bora is definitely beautiful, would you be quicker to return to Bora Bora or the Maldives?
Bora Bora had more natural beauty and was a more interesting place to visit for me, but the Maldives has the better selection of resorts and better airlines to get there. So I'll be heading back next year 😃
@@_RickyMaldives all day. Bora bora is on the list though
Great video! I also prefer the beachfront bungalows. So wonderful to wake up and walk right out onto the beach.
this was very comprehensive and helped us decide which resort to choose - much appreciated !!!
Glad to hear it!
Mrs. Zhang is well, adorable.
We never had the chance to visit those beach bungalows, as our photo sessions have always taken place on overwater bungalows (for some reason).
But the private pool option is really a plus.
Thanks for this video👌
We will be able to recommend this option to our next customers.
Great video. We love the St Regis in Bora Bora and have stayed there several times. Going back next year and was thinking of trying the Four Seasons. But, we may just continue with St Regis.
Greeat video Ricky. One question tho. You said you are titanium for Bonvoy. They still didn't upgrade you to at least the lowest level of overwater bungalow?? Or did you choose beachside instead? How was the breakfast at St. Regis?
I chose beachside for this one. Breakfast was great, probably the best out of the three - but note that it isn't really at the same level as what you'll find in Asia / Middle East / The Maldives, etc.
RUclips algo does work some times... I just found you, nice video, subscribed!
Ricky, we are headed to the st Regis in June. Do you recommend bringing our own snorkel gear, and what did you use to film underwater?
GoPro Hero 9.
The resort has snorkels you can use for free!
Great stuff. Planning our 40th now. TY! One question, do both St Regis & Four Seasons offer bikes to use? Resorts look huge......-- Just saw ending, NO bikes at Four Seasons?? WOW
Can you go over how you booked the hotels?
Conrad - 89,000 Hilton Honors points per night (Fifth Night Free)
St. Regis - 120,000 Bonvoy points + $400 per night
Four Seasons - Cash (travel agent rate) 😊
Hi Ricky, Very informative thanks.
Im haveing a really hard time choosing st regis or conrad. I need your help
My wife and I are doing intensive researched between St. Regis, Four season, Le Pearl bora bora but everyone seems to be more incline to like St. Regis over Four Seasons. I know you rather stay at St. Regis if you had to pick (your answer from another comment). I want to ask again to make sure, would you stay at St. Regis over Four seasons?
When nI look at pictures and videos of both resorts I see St. Regis is lacking some luxuries and view but still everyone seems to like St. Regis more because of the service.
Yah, a lot of them like it because of the service. They also have a good packaged deal in Costco for St. Regis.
@@blessm4805 I ended up going to Four Seasons. I also ended up eating at the Michelin star restaurant at St. Regis. I was happy I picked Four Seasons. The staff never disappointed me and the resort was much better maintained.
Hey, try the Intercontinental next time! Would love a review. G maps says Four Seasons is $6K per nite! Yikes... Rest assured that does not include food, drinks or the spa services in that lovely spa 🥴
Love the video! We’re deciding between Four Seasons or St. Regis. Which one would you recommend if can only pick one? Thanks!
Overall I liked the St. Regis better. A much better dining experience, bicycles to get around, and a more visually beautiful resort grounds as well.
@@_Ricky thank you! ❤️
We literally just missed you guys there! We stayed at Le Bora Bora but can't wait for the Westin to open. Any insider knowledge on how many points that will be?
How was your stay at le bora bora?
@@jadejones9708 we loved it! There are a bunch of videos about it on our channel as well if you’re interested!
I legit thought both people on the thumbnail were Ricky lol 😂
Great video. Thanks for the heads up. 👍👍
Really enjoying your content. Seeing you travel makes me doubt the career choices I’ve made. Seriously dude, what do you do???
Which was your favorite honestly?
Beach villas are the way to go.
So glad this only has 687 likes.
The toilet chamber. I like it
If paying cash, I'd rather choose the Four Seasons to avoid the points/elite status lice.
If paying cash, we’d still choose St Regis, the lack of personal bicycles alone is enough to convince us. The distance between villas and restaurants/activities can be far and I can’t imagine walking/exploring in the heat of day!
Waiting the whole video to see which one is your favorite?
It’s beautiful.. but I just feel that it would be boring .. it’s always no ppl around in these places
And your point is . . .
Sounds like a 100k plus vacation
You will never get a true 5 star experience on any island resort. They just do not have the mentality and aptitude to serve as a European 5 star hotel would. That’s why I sort of haven’t been back to Tahiti for 21 years. But watched your video as we are things of a renew moon trip. The prices are more than the finest hotels in Switzerland and I’m not sure we’ll go after this. Maybe Koh Samui will be better
I've been to a lot of 5* places in EUROPE UK and USA and id take this over them any day
Good for you
Eauropean hotels are not as good as Indian or Asian the hospitality and services don’t compare
Bora Bora wins