Islands worth visiting. part 1

Is there any word in the world of travel that can banish the winter blues quicker than "island"? We've all daydreamed about a getaway on one of the world's most beautiful islands, but since there are so many of them, how do you even know where to start? With so many islands in the world, some are bound to slip under the radar, so the following list is made up exclusively of underrated island destinations that are a little lesser known than some of their neighbors. On the following islands, you'll find a blissful trip you're probably dreaming of but with slightly fewer past appearances on your social media feed and a little more intrigue. Here you can read about some of them.

Anguilla


Home to both soft landscapes and dramatic cliffs, Anguilla is an amazing all-around Caribbean destination. Spend your time simply lounging on the spectacular strips of sand, head out to watch a local boat race or just take in some of the island’s famous bird life: it’s up to you.

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Cat Island, Bahamas

You don't have to be a big fan of felines to fall head-over-heels for Cat Island. One of The Bahamas lesser-known gems, the isle is renowned for excellent diving, a pretty pink sand beach and for being a perfect place to leave all your worries behind. 

​Culebra, Puerto Rico

A small island located off the coast of Puerto Rico, Culebra is where you go to experience what traveling in the Caribbean must have been like decades ago. Home to a small group of characterful hotels, turquoise water and an unbelievably beautiful stretch of sand, a trip here will be a heavenly adventure in island-hopping.

The Gili Islands, Indonesia

With its unique culture, topography and dreamy beaches, Bali has been attracting travellers en masse for decades now. Go to Bali, and have a ball, but once you have, give the nearby Gili Islands a look-see for your next trip. Located a ferry away from Bali, these islands move to a much slower beat but feature much the same jaw-dropping sand & sea experience.

Dominica
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It may not own as many miles of beaches as some of its neighbours, but what it lacks in sand, it more than makes up for in lush, natural beauty. The perfect island for those looking to mix in a few active pursuits (the region's first long-distance hiking trail is located here) in between sessions at the infinity pool, Dominica will dominate your thoughts long after you leave.

Tenerife, Canary Islands

Home to a year-round spring climate, beautiful black sand beaches and handsome high-end resorts in addition to owning a rugged interior laced with hiking paths & lunar landscapes all crowned by majestic Mount Teide, Tenerife is like nothing else. Make no mistake, Europeans have been flocking here for years.

St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

The U.S. Virgin Islands still remain ridiculously underrated. Sure, you probably know someone who has been on a cruise that stopped in St. Thomas, but how many folks do you know who have headed to St. Croix for a week of fun in the sun, snorkelling (Buck Island Reef National Monument is located here, one of only three such monuments in the nation) and sunset watching? Exactly. 

Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands

Located next door in the British Virgin Islands, diminutive Jost Van Dyke is home to sugar-white sand beaches, see-to-the–bottom water and all-around Caribbean bliss. After a day parked in the sand or at the hotel pool, make your way to either Foxy’s or the Soggy Dollar—two world-famous beach bars that call the island home—for a sunset libation or two

Caye Caulker, Belize

This car-free island off the coast of Belize may be warm and toasty all year round, but it’s also the perfect place to just chill for a week or two. Less popular than next-door neighbour Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker is the perfect base for snorkelling or just sipping tropical cocktails as the sun sinks into the sea.

Penang, Malaysia

One of the most fascinating island escapes in Asia, Penang owns a historic Old Town full of architecturally-fascinating shophouses, temples and some of the finest street food vendors in the world. So there's your culture box checked. Luckily, Penang also possesses several gorgeous sweeps of sand, where you will find numerous stellar beach resorts.

Just a small taste of some of the fantastic islands you can visit.  Do you have any other favourite, please make a comment here under.  If you want help to book your dream island holiday, please don't hesitate to contact us.