The beach is one of the best travel destinations you can hope for. The warmth, the sand between your fingers, the saltiness of the ocean, feeling tired and sun-kissed after a long day. It is heavenly and almost everyone loves it. If you want to combine heavenly beaches, rich cultures, and wilderness all in one, then you should be looking for an island vacation.
Islands are beautiful travel destinations that are like mini-paradises ready to be discovered. If you are thinking about visiting one on your next vacation, here are the best islands to visit, so you can pick from the top.
1. Tahiti
Tahiti offers you miles of shoreline, and a French cuisine you’ll only get in France, honestly, what else can you ask for? Very few people actually choose this destination over Bora Bora, but Tahiti doesn’t cease to be one of the most beautiful islands in the world, maybe the most beautiful one. With a variety of leafy forests, sandy shores, and a mixture of French and Tahitian delicious cuisine, you’ll truly feel submerged in the French Polynesian culture. Though traveling these islands won’t be a cheap trip, you’ll definitely feel like it was a good investment, between the warm waters, lush jungles, and hotels that are a top luxury. When you are sipping a drink, and seeing the turquoise waters you won’t even remember how much it cost you.
2. Santorini
One of the most famous Greek islands, Santorini. We have to thank a volcanic eruption that happened almost 500 years ago for this beautiful destination. The aesthetic beaches and little townhouses make Santorini one of the most popular destinations in Europe. The island is multipurpose and can fulfill your needs whether you want a relaxing vacation or a wild party escapade. You can hit the beaches of Santorini, get to know the Greek culture around it, drink a little wine and enjoy a Mediterranean vacation at its finest. If you love the beach you’ll find yourself falling for the red sands and the romantic Mediterranean landscapes. As a foodie, you’ll gain several pounds after enjoying the variety of Mediterranean flavors, and get some great meals and drinks at local wineries by taking a tour. Finally, this is also a great place for a history buff, since you can go and explore the antique remains of Thira and Akrotiri.
3. Cyprus
Beach bums will be falling in love with the honey-colored sand that runs for miles on the beautiful coasts of Cyprus. The island offers forested nature trails that will have you dumbfounded at the natural beauty of the place. Regardless of your traveling interests, Cyprus can probably address them and completely fulfill them. Wine routes are available for all wine lovers, where you can sit down in wineries and enjoy a delicious meal paired with a regional wine. Not only that but if you had the intention to learn about their culture and religion, you can enjoy the coastal views and learn everything about the archaeological ruins. The city of Paphos is supposed to be the mystical place in which the goddess Aphrodite was born.
4. Phuket
This island is not even close to being as famous as many of the other ones are. However, that doesn’t mean you should consider it any less. Phucket will offer you the purest white sands in the region, which contrast with beautiful deep turquoise waters and limestone cliffs that finish completing a divine landscape. Surrounded by the Andaman Sea this island is only one hour away from Bangkok and is a little piece of paradise. Not only that but it is definitely not an expensive destination since everything from boat tours to spa treatments costs significantly less than they would even in Bangkok. The tropical landscapes and fresh cuisine are perfectly complemented by a very rich culture that is heavily influenced by the religion of Buddhism, which is practiced by the majority of the population. Though tourism has been damaged ever since the 2004 tsunami, Phuket is recovering and offers you a culture-filled, beautiful destination.
5. Capri
You can get to know this whole island by taking a lovely boat trip that will give you unforgettable views of the whole place. Rugged cliffs, crystal clear waters, bright green trees, colorful marina squares, and paradisiacal landscapes are what the Italian island of Capri offers. The island is so beautiful that rumor has it the island was the place where the sirens sang to Odysseus and his sailors in “The Odyssey”. Located in the bay of Naples, ever since Roman times, Capri has been the preferred destination for the famous, the rich, and the royal. Today you can visit it to find five-star hotels and very stylish shops you can go to, and later take a hiking trip and lose your breath (not only because of the hike but because of the beauty you’ll present). Go once and you’ll find yourself wanting to return as much as possible.
6. Galapagos
Darwin made these islands famous with the investigations he conducted there. It’s been over a hundred years and people are still going there to see the rare variety of wildlife that’s only found in this archipelago. Observe the giant tortoises, the famous finches, the short-feathered penguins, and the breathtaking views the islands have. Only 600 miles from the coast of the Equator you won’t be able to visit all the islands, but will definitely be amazed regardless of which one you choose to visit.
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