There are nearly 200,000 islands in the world, many of which are just big enough to hold a few hotels. These natural wonders have a great deal of history as well as fascinating attractions like lighthouses, stone cottages, forests and jungles, and naturally plenty of waves and sun. The refreshing sea breeze alone will make you want to stay forever.
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The picturesque tropical island, Ko Yao Noi, sits in the Andaman Sea, halfway between Phuket and Krabi. It's famous for its white sandy shores, mangrove trees, rubber plantations, and cute little fishing villages dotted with long-tail boats. The spectacular TreeHouse Villas is a beachfront resort surrounded by a lush jungle …
Lagoonmore
With just 18 safari-style bungalows, this luxury boutique hotel is located in the southwest of Africa’s Pemba Island and can only be reached by boat from Zanzibar. Recently voted the Best Marine Safari Property in Africa, this lagoon is a diver’s dream! Rooms range from the standard hillside and beachfront …
Rangali Islandmore
Two interconnected Maldive islands make up one of the exciting places in the world. Rangali and Rangalifinolhu islands are linked together by a wooden footbridge. They are home to 150 overwater and beach villas, and the resort's highlight, the 3-bedroom residence with an underwater bedroom, The Muraka. It's the world's …
Maldivesmore
Are you hesitating between all the dream-like resorts in the Maldives? Look no further. Baros Maldives has been voted as the best one in the Maldives, according to TripAdvisor. High praises for the privacy of the villas and the no-underage rule guarantee peace and quiet on this private island. Your …
Resortmore
Off the beaten path, Wa Ale Resort is hidden in the southern tip of Myanmar on an archipelago of the Andaman Sea. The remote location is part of the Lampi Marine National Park, and it's only accessible by a 1 hour, 40 minutes long speed boat ride. However, first, you …
Caye Resortmore
If you’re looking for a private island experience and adventures like city tours and snorkeling, St. George’s Caye Resort may be the perfect spot for your next getaway. Located on a remote island in Belize, Central America, this resort is home to just 16 thatched cabanas, strictly for adults-only. The …
Fortmore
No Man’s Fort is a place for someone who wants to get away from it all... and have it all. Impossible? Well, this private island resort outside Portsmouth is one of Britain’s most secluded hotels, but it might also be one of its most entertaining with five bars, a cabaret …
Maldivesmore
This resort has been a social media sensation, featured on countless blogs, Instagram accounts, and Facebook pages. With picture-perfect water-villas scattered around turquoise water, it’s not hard to see why Soneva Jani is regarded by many as the ultimate traveler’s paradise. The villas sit on stilts just above the water, …
Islandmore
If you hate the tourist hotspots and want some peace and quiet on your holiday, there is one extreme solution. Yes, you guessed right: a desert island. Mumbo Island is a private island that was never populated prior to becoming an eco-camp, so it’s perfectly pristine. It welcomes only fourteen …
Islandmore
Imagine a private island just off Sri Lanka’s South coast that can be reached only one of two ways: a ride on the back of an elephant, or by wading through crystal clear knee-deep waters. Well, imagine no more for this place really exists - welcome to Taprobane Island! Originally …
Islandmore
To infinity and beyond! Okay, so maybe you’re not Buzz Lightyear... but you’ll surely be buzzing about this beautiful Mnemba Island resort located just off the northeast coast of Zanzibar! Each of the 12 open-sided, thatched wooden suites comes complete with its own private shaded veranda. The decor is simple …
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This 1400 acre Caribbean Island is some kind of Olympus of celebrity. A haunt of the famous and privileged… wait a sec, you will have to give me a minute to transcend my jealousy here… thanks. Just imagine the most beautiful deserted tropical beach, and you get to stay in …
Innmore
Located off the northeast coast of Newfoundland, Canada, Fogo Island is a remote yet accessible little spot (think: just over 2,000 people living in 10 distinct communities). Situated in the Labrador Current along "Iceberg Alley," the Island Inn sits by the rugged shores of the wild North Atlantic Ocean. This …
Islandmore
When people think of an exclusive island experience, their thoughts tend to turn towards hotels in places like the Maldives; however, true exclusivity will be yours when you check into your private oceanfront villa on Velaa Island. This is because it is only accessible by boat, seaplane, or helicopter. The …
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A private retreat in the South Pacific’s Fiji Islands, Dolphin Island Huka Retreats offers four rooms with accommodations for just eight guests at a time to enjoy the ultimate peace and serenity that comes with island life. With 14-acres to enjoy, guests can enjoy a plethora of activities from diving …
Hotelmore
With a mission to provide guests with an enriching travel experience while at the same time “preserving and protecting the natural biodiversity of Tetiaroa,” the Brando Hotel is a spectacular getaway in French Polynesia. The hotel is named after famous actor Marlon Brando who first visited Tetiaroa Island while filming …
Island Resortmore
What used to be a refuge for pirates and smugglers is today the luxurious escape for the very richest. There are very few places like this in the USA. A tropical resort with its own island. Little Palm Island is a secret Florida destination. In the early days before the …
on Dunbar Rockmore
A beauty mark on the blue cheeks of the Caribbean Sea - Dunbar Rock has an incredible Bond-esq villa with eight guest suites. Run by diving specialists, the hotel offers PADI courses, night dives, and three regular dives a day. Everything is included. So you can breakfast in the dining …
Lighthousemore
Svinøy is an island off the coast of Norway. Its name translates as ‘Swine Island’ because farmers used it as grazing ground for pigs during the summer months. Norwegian authorities wanted to build a lighthouse there from 1850 but found it difficult to transport materials and build on the island. …
Islandmore
Known for its pristine white-sand beaches and crystalline waters, The Maldives consists of approximately 1,200 islands that have become a premier holiday destination for travelers from around the world. Kandolhu Island is perhaps one of the best-kept secrets of the Maldives, situated only 70 kilometers southwest of Male. The 25-minute …
