It will come as no surprise that the stunning French Polynesian island group of Bora Bora, with its beautiful beaches , is a paradise for snorkeling and diving, with warm, clear waters, an abundance of marine wildlife to spot, and, of course, healthy coral reefs that provide life and substance to many underwater creatures.

Coral reefs are some of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet, with the added quirk of being hidden underwater. Many are built like kingdoms, can cover thousands of miles, and provide habitat and food sources for thousands of aquatic species. They can even form on sunken man-made structures found around the world !

However, travelers in North America don't have to flash their passports or take a lengthy, expensive plane journey to Bora Bora to experience beauti

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