Isla Mujeres, situated 20 minutes by ferry off the coast of Cancun, might just be the perfect mix of everything the Mexican Caribbean is famous for. The sea is a vivid turquoise, the beaches are a glowing...
The Most Picturesque Quaint International Islands
From Sri Lanka to Portugal's hidden gem, Madeira, these are some of the most idyllic quaint islands outside of the United States to inspire your future travels.

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About a 90-minute flight from Lisbon, Madeira is an island paradise that even mainland Portuguese visit infrequently. It’s a hidden gem that should be on everyone’s bucket list. Here are just a few reasons...
Salt Spring Island is the absolute perfect place to spend a weekend if you are looking to relax, get close to the natural world, and step back in time to when life seemed a bit simpler. Towering pine salty...
Like King Kong’s Skull Island, Christmas Island is the land time forgot. Uninhabited for thousands of years, Christmas Island became an Indian Ocean Galapagos. There are species here you won’t find anywhere...
On the northern tip of Nova Scotia sits an island that locals describe as a little slice of heaven. A mix of oceans, mountains, lakes, and rolling highlands, Cape Breton Island is also a mix of cultures....
Part of the Ionian islands of Greece, Paxos is mostly off the radar in terms of extreme tourism, especially compared to Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete. What’s advantageous about Paxos is its close proximity...
Nevis is a small Caribbean island of subtle elegance and spectacular food. This serene and beautiful paradise, which is only home to 11,000 residents, is located in the West Indies region of the Caribbean....
Sri Lanka sits like a pearl in the Indian Ocean, waiting for you to unveil her astonishing landscapes and rich culture and connect with her gracious, smiling people. From pristine beaches to soaring mountain...
Is there anywhere in the world that sounds more beguiling than Zanzibar? You can virtually feel the sea breeze, hear the rustle of palm leaves, and smell the spices by just saying Zanzibar. I had always...