The Best Serene Islands For A Peaceful Getaway Experience
By Shandley McMurray
VACATIONS
Lizard Island
Lizard Island is one of Australia's top island getaways. It is stunning and secluded, lapped by turquoise waves on the northern edge of the Great Barrier Reef.
This beach-fringed beauty is lush and mountainous, with woodlands filled with eucalyptus, acacia trees, and mangroves. Visitors can camp or relax at the Lizard Island Resort.
Song Saa
Surrounded by translucent emerald waves that beg visitors to soak away their worries, these small, lush isles in Cambodia are home to the Song Saa Private Island resort.
Known as Koh Ouen and Koh Bong, a wooden bridge allows guests to glimpse the underwater creatures. You can stay in an overwater bungalow, oceanfront villa, or a jungle escape.
Tetiaroa Atoll
Romantic dreams come to fruition on this remote island in French Polynesia. Enjoy a relaxing vacation at The Brando, which lies on the sublime Tetiaroa Atoll.
One of the isle's most coveted features is an enclosed lagoon, spanning 4.5 miles and boasting a variety of marine animals. Twelve small coral islands surround the lagoon.
Parrot Cay
As a small island set in the archipelago between Providenciales and North Caicos in the Turks and Caicos, Parrot Cay is an Edenic place to spend a quiet getaway.
You'll find private homes and the uber-luxurious COMO Parrot Cay, a resort boasting chic design, wellness therapies, butler service, and as much privacy as you desire.
Royal Davui
For a vacation that boasts privacy, tranquility, and picturesque surroundings, turn your sights to the secluded Royal Davui Island Resort in Fiji.
Known for its luxurious amenities, spectacular design, and five-star service, this adult-only island is the place for couples. Spend time snorkeling, diving, swimming, or kayaking.