For all beach lovers, nothing compares to an island holiday. Lying on the warm sand, listening to the sound of the waves rolling in is one of the most relaxing experiences you can have. There are a lot of brilliant options available, but here are some ideas to inspire your travels.
1 – Lombok, Indonesia
The Indonesian island of Lombok offers a much more peaceful experience as compared to the rather busy beaches of Bali. Well branded for exquisite beaches and surfing locations, principally in the island’s southern parts of Kuta and BankoBanko, the island is entirely free of any motor vehicles making the island heaven for nature lovers. The west coast offers more beautiful beaches and preserved coral reefs for diving. Lombok is also a great viewing spot to see thousands of sea turtles hatch from their eggs along the peaceful shores. You can find out more about visiting Indonesia here.
2 – Corfu
For tourists looking forward to a relaxed and a laid-back holiday, this Greek island off the ancient country’s north-west coast in the Ionian Sea is the place to be. There are plenty of beautiful villas in Corfu to choose from. You can spend your days exploring the rugged mountains or spending a great evening by Corfu’s villa-studded shoreline. Every inch of the island emanates the cultural inheritance inhibited from years of Venetian, the British and French rule in the past. Tourists can visit ancient Venetian fortresses and enjoy walking down the zigzagging old paths. The grand Palaces of St. Michael and St. George are a must visit.
3 – Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is known as one of Indian Ocean’s hidden gems. The island offers plenty of beaches with golden sands complimented by the sky-blue water of the Indian Ocean. The Nilaveli Beach is a must-visit for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts!
Jamaica is of the Best Islands to Visit around the World
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4 – Jamaica
The Caribbean island nation is primarily known for its culture – laid back, loving and relaxed is precisely what all tourists will feel during their holiday to Jamaica. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted to find themselves surrounded with the opulent topography of highlands, tropical forests and coral reef-lined seashores. Several of its all-inclusive hotels are huddled in the beautiful city of Montego Bay – a destination whose beauty is amplified by the presence of exquisite British colonial architecture.
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For divers, the West Coast town of Negril is the place to be – sandy beaches with peaceful, greenish-blue waters make it ideal for diving or snorkeling. Jamaica is also well-known as the home of reggae music, so a visit to the Bob Marley Museum in the capital city of Kingston is a must.
5 – Barbuda, The Caribbean
Barbuda has often been labeled as a paradise on Earth by its aficionados and rightfully so. The Caribbean Islands’ isolated pink and white sand beaches alongside a gorgeous coastline, sheltered by palm trees make it the ideal place for tourists to enjoy the wonders of the island in privacy.
For every island hopper, these gems are a must visit. So, pack up your bags and get going!
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Your photo of ‘Corfu’ is actually Zakynthos.
Here’s some more islands for your list:
Korčula, Croatia
Isles of Scilly, UK
Ibiza / Mallorca, Spain
Iceland (I know it’s a country and relatively big, but it will blow your mind!)
Thanks for catching that Chadwick! I have Iceland on my bucket list!