Island Vacations

Islands evoke paradise: sheer beauty and serenity, waves lapping, an umbrella-topped beverage in hand, your email inbox silenced. Step back in time on Greece’s whitewashed and blue-roofed Santorini, steep yourself in the South Pacific on Indonesia's bohemian island of Bali, or opt for the temperate instead of the tropical on Canada's Vancouver Island or Scotland’s Isle of Skye. Whether you seek a tropical escape or a more northerly destination, T+L will help you find your perfect island vacation.

Aerial view of Grand Turk Island during sunset
This Caribbean Island Has Breathtaking Beaches, Laid-back Vibes, and the Largest Margaritaville in the Caribbean
Cumberland Island marsh area
The Secluded Georgia Island Locals Want to Keep a Secret — With Near-empty Beaches, Wild Horses, and Hidden Gems
Aerial view of the east coast with coral reef and mangrove edged shoreline, Yap Island, Micronesia.
This Tiny, Remote Island You've Never Heard Of Has Tropical Forest Trails, 13-foot Coin Currency, and Some of the Most Turquoise Waters in the World
Aerial view of Saba Island
This 5-square-mile Island Has a 'Disappearing Beach' — and It's Called the 'Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean'
Beach with sailboat at Cap Maison
These St. Lucia Hotels Have ‘Open Walls,' Private Plunge Pools, Pitons Views — and a Champagne Zip Line
Small boat on an empty beach on San Blas Islands
15 Remote Islands You Can Actually Visit
The World Heritage Twin Pitons are framed by sunlit flowers in the early morning on St. Lucia
17 of the Most Beautiful Caribbean Islands
Aerial view of pristine Bali Beach
22 Best Things to Do in Bali — From Volcano Treks to Luxe Spa Days
Aerial shot of coastline on Kauai
How to Make the Most of Your Trip to Kauai — State Parks, Epic Surfing, and the Largest Limestone Cave in Hawaii Included
The Waianapanapa State Park looks like a tropical paradise
20 Best Things to Do on Maui — Gorgeous Beaches, Delicious Seafood, and Scenic Hikes Included
Aerial shot of boats going around Peanut Island
10 Best Islands in Florida for Beautiful Beaches, Laid-back Vibes, and Charming Small Towns
A small outboard motor boat moored to a wooden pier in the tropical paradise of the Exuma Islands of the Bahamas.
21 Best Things to Do in The Bahamas — Snorkeling, Island Hopping, and Rum Sipping Included
The black sand beach of Waianapanapa State Park on Maui
How to Plan the Perfect Multi-island Trip to Hawaii
Scenic view of an idyllic beach at Nassau, Bahamas, on Paradise Island.
The Best Times to Visit The Bahamas for Fewer Crowds, Lower Prices, and More
View of the South coast with a lush jungle on Dominica
The Caribbean's 'Nature Island' Has Rain Forests, Luxury Hotels, and a Rich Creole Culture
Blue domes at Oia
This Town on Santorini Offers a Quintessential Greece Vacation — Whitewashed Houses and Sunset Views Included
Monastery of Agios Ioannis Thymianos at Kos island
This Gorgeous Greek Island Has Ancient Ruins, Beautiful Sandy Beaches, and a Charming Old Town
Panoramic sight of Portoferraio in Elba Island, Tuscany, Italy.
This Under-the-radar Italian Island Offers Gin-clear Waters, White-sand Beaches, and Postcard-perfect Villages
Hammock hanging on trees on beach in Caye Caulker, Belize
This Tiny Caribbean Island Is the Perfect Laid-back Beach Escape
The exterior of the Pendry Barbados with beach and pool
This Luxury U.S. Hotel Brand Is Opening Its First International Location — on a Stunning Caribbean Island
Beach Chairs and Umbrella on Isla Holbox, Mexico
This Car-free Island in Mexico Has Beautiful Beaches, Turquoise Cenotes, and One of the Largest Animals on the Planet
Aerial view of the overwater bungalows at Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea
These Gorgeous Overwater Bungalows in French Polynesia Have Glass Floors and Private Access to a Crystal-clear Lagoon
Haleakala National Park, Makahiku Falls, Maui, Hawaii
Maui vs. Kauai: Which Hawaiian Island Is Better for You?
Malta, Gozo Island, Xlendi, watchtower and salt pans at sunset
This Small Mediterranean Island Is a Hidden Gem With Historic Towns and a Stunning Coastline
Aerial view of tro beach in the sunny afternoon. Juanillo beach, Dominican Republic.
29 Best Tropical Vacations Around the World
Aerial view of Scrub Island
This Caribbean Island You've Never Heard Of Has White-sand Beaches, Epic Scuba Diving, and a Stunning Luxury Resort
Woman reading in Julep Print Room at Hotel de la Ville
The Brand Behind Rome's Best Hotel Has 2 Stunning Resorts in Sicily — Take a Peek
View of Palm Island Resort and Spa in The Grenadines with sailboats in view along the crystal blue waters
This Dreamy Island Has Been Called the 'Maldives of the Caribbean' — and Its Only Resort Is the Crown Jewel
Assorted images of Heron Island underwater on the southern great barrier reef
19 Beautiful Destinations With the Best Scuba Diving in the World
Visitors on Lundy Island make their way up the steep road from the harbour onto the main Island in the UK
This Remote U.K. Island Is Home to a Rare Breed of Wild Ponies and a 13th-century Castle Where You Can Spend the Night
Sally's Beach, Prov Park PEI
Prince Edward Island Is One of the Best Places to Travel in 2023 — Charming Towns, Coastal Trails, and Lobster Suppers Included
Beach Access Boardwalk Over Sand Dunes Amelia Island Florida
Florida’s Amelia Island Has Pristine Beaches, Luxury Resorts, and a Small-town Feel
Women walking on pathway through sand dunes leading to the ocean on Jekyll Island, Georgia
This Dreamy Georgia Island Is Home to Beautiful Beaches, Delicious Southern Food, and Family-friendly Hiking Trails
Aerial view of Ambergris Cay
This Turks and Caicos All-inclusive Private Island Resort Has Some of the Most Stunning Villas in the Caribbean
Apia, Beach, Samoa
This Under-the-radar Island Destination Is Called the 'Cradle of Polynesia' — With Stunning White-sand Beaches, Waterfalls, and Rain Forests
Beach, Bora Bora, French Polynesia
How to Plan the Perfect Bora Bora Honeymoon — With Overwater Bungalows, Snorkeling Safaris, and Seaplane Rides
Ile Sainte-Marguerite, the largest of the four Lerins Islands, facing Cannes
This Under-the-radar Island in France Has Beautiful Rocky Beaches, a Eucalyptus Forest, and an Underwater Sculpture Museum
Aerial view of Anna Maria Island, Florida
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Florida's Anna Maria Island — Where You're Basically Guaranteed to See Dolphins
Lighthouse Beach Park Point Ybel, Sanibel Island, Florida
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Florida's Sanibel Island — With Charming Inns, Beautiful Beaches, and a 190-mile Paddling Trail
Flowers overlooking the water in Casco Bay Islands
These Little-known Islands in Maine Offer a Charming Getaway — With Delicious Seafood and Picturesque Views
Two photos from St Lucia, including a restaurant dish using pineapple, and opened cacao pods on a banana leaf
St. Lucia Is Known for Its Stunning Beaches — but Its Cuisine Is Just As Incredible
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Private Island Villas
The Largest Private Island in the Maldives Is Also the Most Exclusive
Vintage Car on Havana street, Cuba
How to Experience Havana's Rich Afro-Cuban Culture
Rock formations at Sullivan Bay, on the island of Bartolomé
This Epic Cruise to the Galapagos Gets You Up Close to Penguins, Sea Turtles, and Reef Sharks
Friday Harbor and Downtown area in San Juan Islands
This Stunning Pacific Northwest Destination Is Home to Idyllic Islands, Epic Whale-watching Tours, and Rustic Lodges
Seychelles's North Island, A Luxury Collection Resort
This Island Has the Clearest Blue Water You've Ever Seen — and It's Only 1.3 Miles Long
The Aranui 5 cruise ship in the Bay of Virgins off the island of Fatu Hiva
The Best Way to Visit the Remote Marquesas Islands Is on This Hybrid Cargo Cruise Ship
Two photos from Nantucket, one showing a Bronco car with a surfboard on top, and one showing a woman walking by beach dunes
Nantucket Still Has Small-town Charm — but These Sophisticated New Hotels Make It a Global Destination
Colorful traditional buildings in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Three Years After Hurricane Maria, San Juan Is Stronger Than Ever
Harbor in Ponza, Italy
13 Beautiful Italian Islands — From Popular Hot Spots to Underrated Gems
sunset hawaii beach in wailea
16 Best Tropical Vacations in the U.S.
View on the island of Symi, Greece
These Under-the-Radar Greek Islands Have Enchanting Luxury Hotels and Gorgeous Beaches — Without the Crowds
Aerial view of the The Sands At Chale Island in Kenya
9 Affordable Private Island Resorts Around the World
Mandarin Oriental on Canouan island
This Caribbean Island You've Never Heard Of Has Luxury Hotels, Stunning Blue Waters, and Some of the Best Snorkeling in the World
Scenic View Of Sea Against Sky in Stewart Island, New Zealand
This Remote Island Has Ancient Rainforests, Rare Wildlife, and Stunning Southern Lights Views
The Ultimate Hawaii Packing List
The Ultimate Hawaii Packing List
Top All-Inclusive Virgin Islands
The Best All-inclusive Resorts in the U.S. Virgin Islands
LimeOut floating bar and restaurant in the US Virgin Islands
5 Floating Bars in the Caribbean for the Ultimate Tropical Cocktail
Mt Rotui and Opunohu bay at sunset, Moorea, French Polynesia
10 Beautiful Islands to Visit in French Polynesia for the Bluest Waters and Overwater Bungalows
Mother and her son playing on the beach in Maldives island resort.
9 Mistakes to Avoid in the Maldives
View of Kingstown, St Vincent and the Grenadines
The Top 25 Islands in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas
Overlooking the island of Nevis from Cockleshell Beach in St. Kitts
Where to Eat on Nevis, One of the Caribbean's Most Exciting Food Destinations
Pool terrace of the Villa Igiea hotel in Sicily, with ancient ruins
Sicily's Most Legendary Private Villa Has Reopened As a Luxury Hotel