#5 Ko Tao, Thailand
Ko Tao is one of the islands floating in the serene waters of Thailand. Indeed, the island is consistently gaining popularity and going more commercial, but for now Ko tao offers the perfect blend between the hustle bustle and the laid-back nature. Frolic with sharks and rays in a playground of coral reefs or toast the day with sunset cocktails.
#4 Santorini, Greece
Some would say you only need a day to enjoy the charms of Santorini, but to really drink in all Santorini has to offer, you’ll need a few days to a week. Then you’ll have plenty of time to learn there’s more to these comely dots of the Cyclades than meets the eye. Your first order of business in Santorini is to catch a breathtaking view of the caldera, a brilliant turquoise pool of water. After which, indulge in the archaeological delights of the impressively preserved Ancient Akrotiri or climb the ancient stairs that lead to the historic city of Manolas in Thirassia.
#3 Roatan, Honduras
Definitely, Roatan is beautiful. I mean everywhere you look you’ll see beautiful shades of blue from the ocean and land that is deep green and punctuated with flowers. The water is clear and warm and the beaches are white-sand. The world’s second largest coral reef lies just offshore, making the Bay Islands a favourite with divers, not only for their beauty and abundant facilities, but for their ultra-low cost.
#2 Maui, Hawaii
Maui, Hawaii is one of the most sought after destinations on the planet and with good reason! Its atmosphere, its history, and it’s never ending supply of pristine beaches, waterfalls, landmarks, snorkeling in Maui, and gardens – just to name a few. What’s more, is the fact you can access nearly all of Maui by vehicle. The roads literally skirt the edge of Maui’s coastline all the way around.
Bagging the best island title holder is the island of Provindenciales. Everything is modern and commercial because it’s mostly new. There’s no old town – just a few decades ago, this was all salt flats. Divers and snorkellers will appreciate the undersea world of the Turks and Caicos with over 70 miles of barrier reef within easy access of Providenciales. Freshly caught seafood is of course the hallmark of the island’s fine dining.
