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On a clear day in Lanaʻi, you can see five of Hawaii’s other islands, but turn inland and you might forget you’re in Hawaii at all. Otherworldly Norfolk pines evoke the mood of the remote South Pacific islands from which they were imported. The vast, rolling red landscape is rippled with miniature buttes and plateaus […]
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While most people instantly conjure up images of Edinburgh and the Highlands or tartan and tweed when they think of Scotland, the northern nation is actually home to a host of breath-takingly beautiful islands. In total, it has over 900 offshore islands to explore with the arresting archipelagos of the Shetland, Orkney and Inner and […]
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Australia comes with a healthy dose of drama; from its wild landscapes and stunning coastlines to expansive outback and city skylines. A favourite for travellers and locals who know they don’t have to venture off the continent in search of paradise, holiday destinations Down Under are aplenty. Here are the 11 most beautiful islands in […]
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Unbeknownst to most of us, Germany has a number of beautiful islands well worth visiting. Here are five of the best of these well-kept secrets, according to global travellers.* Rügen Admire white chalk cliffs and milky blue waters on the island of Rügen The largest island in Germany, Rügen is famous for its forest-topped, white chalk cliffs that rise out of […]
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The islands of Scotland have long been entwined with a romantic image of rugged landscapes, tumultuous surrounding seas, impending mountains, imposing lochs and noble glens. Although small in size, this enchanting land hosts a great number of islands – 790 to be precise – all of which possess a unique character. Although some reside in […]
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Thousand Islands Islands National Park (Canada) is a group of 21 islands along the 1000 Islands Parkway, Ontario, that are open to the public. Not Just 1000 Islands In fact, there are actually 1,864 islands that make up this region. Some are small rocky shores, while other are very large. The largest are Wolfe Island, […]
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There’s so much to do on mainland Australia, many travelers might not realize there are 8,222 islands off its shores. Each of Australia’s beautiful islands are completely unique, with their own species of wildlife, flora, fauna, climates and landscapes. Here are some of our top picks. Kangaroo Island, South Australia Where is it? Kangaroo Island […]
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Move aside Maldives and Mauritius, there’s another island archipelago in the Indian Ocean that will give you a run for your money. Meet the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Australia’s secret tropical island paradise. Australia is known for its beautiful islands, like the Whitsundays. But what many people don’t know is there’s an isolated island chain in […]
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Island hopping is the one thing you should definitely do during a Queensland holiday. From north to south, the Queensland coast is home to some of the country’s most picture perfect isles. Here are the 10 most gorgeous islands you need to visit. Magnetic Island Magnetic Island is a suburb of Townsville, located eight kilometres […]
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Islands have always occupied a special place in the imagination of travellers. Defined by their finite geography, they inspire a romanticised sense of ‘getting away from it all’, even if they’re just offshore. Yet, when thinking about a beach escape, Germany rarely comes to mind. Except to the Germans themselves, that is. They know that […]
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