Are you already sick of the cold weather slowly approaching? Me too. That's why I decided, why not search out the best destination spots? Here are seven islands that have little tourist attraction and are hidden gems!
1. Vanuatu
Located between Australia and Fiji, the nation of Vanuatu consists of about 80 islands, and is a popular destination for Australians and backpackers from all walks of life. On the main island, popular attractions include a trek up to the active volcano Mount Yasur, a jungle walk to Millennium Cave, the natural swimming pool and waterfall, and snorkel and dive locations on Hideaway Island. (Yay Scuba Diving!) Vanuatu is famous for its bungalows that most tourists stay in.
2. Ponza, Italy
The undiscovered Italian island is Ponza. It's a popular vacation spot for Italians, and the time to go is in early summer before the crowds come, or in September when the crowds start to leave. On Ponza, you can rent a boat in town (you don't need a boating license, so this is for everyone) and boat around the island's coastline and surrounding minor islands. Including its designated nature reserve, Palmarola.
3. Gili Islands, Indonesia
Everyone's heard of Bali in Indonesia, but there are three little remote islands, Gili Air, Gili Trawangan and Gili Meno. Popular among backpackers, the Gili Islands sit off the coast of Lombok and are known for their party scene, coral reefs, and beaches. There are no motorized vehicles of any kind on the islands, just bikes and, small horse-drawn carriages. You might recognize the location from Instagram, as Ombak Sunset Hotel is known for its wooden swing structures in the water.
4. Hamilton Island, Australia
Popular among Australians, Hamilton Island. It's very popular for honeymoons and family vacations.On Hamilton Island, you can explore the surrounding Great Barrier Reef, world-famous Whitehaven beach, spas and a golf course.
5. The Out Islands of the Bahamas
Most Americans only visit Nassau or Atlantis when they come to the Bahamas, but there are actually 16 islands overall! 14 of them are known as "The Out Islands." These still-accessible spots are great for authentic island life, island hopping, solo travel and water activities that you'd find in the rest of the Caribbean. From Andros, which has the highest concentration of blue holes in the world (amazing) to Ragged Island's population of just 72 people, these islands are relatively unexplored, especially by Americans. So I'm booking a flight there ASAP!
6. Fundy Islands, Canada
Despite how close, Americans still tend to ignore vacations to Canada. And while Canada may not have as many warm months as other parts of the world, this group of 25 islands in the Bay of Fundy is certainly worth a trip when the weather is nice.This is a relatively inexpensive trip compared to somewhere tropical! There are three main inhabited islands, open year round, it's a perfect island-hopping trip. Grand Manan is the largest island and is popular for whale-watching and its rugged shoreline.
7. Mauritius, Africa
Mauritius is known for the Black River Gorges National Park (home to the flying fox), beaches, lagoons, and reefs. And, it's becoming an increasingly popular vacation destination for Europeans, especially Brits. The south part of the island is home to fishing villages, a geyser, sugar cane fields and Blue Bay Marine Park, while the north is home to Grand Bay, the main tourist destination, as well as markets, a Hindu temple, and botanical gardens.
