Italy<\/strong><\/h3>\nSardinia has 2,000km of sparkling blue coastline dotted with remnants of its past \u2013 including the Nuraghe defence buildings, which are thousands of years old and date back to the Bronze Age. There are countless breathtaking beaches to visit, too, like Cala Goloritz\u00e9. Plus it\u2019s just a 50min ferry ride from Corsica, so it\u2019s perfect for a day trip (you know, if you\u2019re in the neighbourhood).<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Hotel Pitrizza<\/a>, Costa Smeralda<\/p>\n2. Guam<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nUSA<\/strong><\/h3>\n![](\"https:\/\/a.travel-assets.com\/travel-assets-manager\/ba638d2f-3053-4aec-95fa-fb7953405f74\/anz_18191_1048px_1.jpg\")
Winter \u2013 what winter?<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nThe bottom link in the Mariana Islands chain, Guam is a US territory in Micronesia. It\u2019s surrounded by the Philippine Sea, which you can enjoy postcard-perfect views of from lookouts like Two Lovers Leap and Ritidian Point. Or probably anywhere on this island, let\u2019s be honest.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Outrigger Guam Beach Resort<\/a>, Tamuning<\/p>\n3. Saipan<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nUSA<\/strong><\/h3>\nAt the other end of the Mariana Islands sits Saipan, an idyllic peak dotted with WWII history. It\u2019s protected by a reef to the west and an old airfield to the south. Check out The Grotto, a beautiful cliffside diving spot, and Forbidden Island Marine Sanctuary, a reserve surrounding an ancient rock formation. They\u2019re both home to A-MAZE-ING snorkelling. Who said tropical islands were just for sunbathing?<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Surfrider Resort Hotel<\/a>, Saipan<\/p>\n4. Rock Islands<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nPalau<\/strong><\/h3>\n![](\"https:\/\/a.travel-assets.com\/travel-assets-manager\/ba638d2f-3053-4aec-95fa-fb7953405f74\/anz_18191_1048px_2.jpg\")
You literally couldn\u2019t get any further away from your winter woolies if you tried!<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nA UNESCO World Heritage Site covered in Limestone Forest and home to a lake full of harmless pink jellyfish? Let\u2019s go! The Rock Islands are a cluster of formations at the tip of Palau and it\u2019s definitely a spot that\u2019ll help you forget your winter woes. It\u2019s stunning! Plus you might even remember the serene location from a season of Survivor<\/em>. But don\u2019t worry, your visit will be a LOT comfier than that.<\/p>\nWhere to stay: <\/strong>Palau Central Hotel<\/a>, Koror<\/p>\n5. Palawan Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nPhilippines<\/strong><\/h3>\n![](\"https:\/\/a.travel-assets.com\/travel-assets-manager\/ba638d2f-3053-4aec-95fa-fb7953405f74\/anz_18191_1048px_3.jpg\")
Welcome to El Nido Bay in the Philippines<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nSip from coconuts, dive in an underground river (what?! \ud83d\ude31) and swim in perfect lagoons… Um, where do we sign up? Palawan Island is home to Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, Nacpan Beach \u2013 with a convenient drinks spot right on the sand \u2013 and glorious El Nido Bay. Look outside, now look at your screen, now back outside. Where would you rather be? \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Sheridan Beach Resort & Spa<\/a>, Puerto Princesa, Palawan<\/p>\n6. Rarotonga<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nCook Islands<\/strong><\/h3>\n![](\"https:\/\/a.travel-assets.com\/travel-assets-manager\/ba638d2f-3053-4aec-95fa-fb7953405f74\/anz_18191_1048px_4.jpg\")
Tropical island sunrise. Check!<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nDitch the spreadsheets and spread out on a banana lounge instead. Rarotonga island is just 32km in circumference and surrounded by a coral reef ring. Hop from beach to lagoon and back again with stunning spots like Muri Beach to visit along the way.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium<\/a>, Rarotonga, Cook Islands<\/p>\n7. F\u00e9licit\u00e9 Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nSeychelles<\/strong><\/h3>\nOnce a coconut plantation, this private island is home to one of the most luxurious escapes on earth, Six Senses Zil Pasyon. And did we mention that \u2018pasyon\u2019 means passion? Oooh! Relax at the cinema under the stars, in the luxurious day spa, or just enjoy the natural bounty of this beautiful island. It\u2019s literally<\/em> thousands of dollars a night for a room, but you more than get what you pay for \ud83d\ude0d<\/p>\nWhere to stay: <\/strong>Six Senses Zil Pasyon Felicite Island<\/a>, Seychelles<\/p>\n8. Ko Lanta Islands<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nThailand<\/strong><\/h3>\n![](\"https:\/\/a.travel-assets.com\/travel-assets-manager\/ba638d2f-3053-4aec-95fa-fb7953405f74\/anz_18191_1048px_5.jpg\")
Winter is a VERY distant memory with views like this<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nJust off Thailand\u2019s Andaman Coast, the Ko Lanta Islands offer a change of pace that\u2019s a far cry from the throngs of backpackers and honeymooners you\u2019ll find at some of the other islands. Make sure you hire a scooter and check out the beaches, Old Town and Emerald Cave while you\u2019re here.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Lanta Sand Resort & Spa<\/a>, Ko Lanta<\/p>\n9. Maguhdhuvaa<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nMaldives<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe Maldives are a serious bucket-list destination and Maguhdhuvaa is one of the jewels in its crown. Here you\u2019ll find Ayada Maldives, where rooms go for around $2,000 a night. If you\u2019ve got a \u2018rainy day\u2019 (read: boring winter) fund, this is the place to splurge.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Ayada Maldives<\/a>, Maguhdhuvaa<\/p>\n10. Mo\u2019orea<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nTahiti<\/strong><\/h3>\n![](\"https:\/\/a.travel-assets.com\/travel-assets-manager\/ba638d2f-3053-4aec-95fa-fb7953405f74\/anz_18191_1048px_6.jpg\")
Hello there, tropical island of our dreams!<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nPart of the Society Islands archipelago, Mo\u2019orea is a fantasy island with prehistoric peaks that look like a scene from Jurassic Park. Crystal-clear water surrounds the island, as well as a reef, which protects the beach from Mo\u2019orea\u2019s world-famous surf break.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Manava Beach Resort and Spa Mo\u2019orea<\/a>, Mo\u2019rea<\/p>\n11. Tanna Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nVanuatu<\/strong><\/h3>\nAt the southern tip of Vanuatu sits Tanna Island, which is full of natural wonders, including hot springs, waterfalls and even active volcanoes. However long you\u2019re thinking of going for, add a couple more days, \u2018cause this is somewhere you\u2019ll definitely want to take your time and explore.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Tanna Evergreen Resort & Tours<\/a>, Tanna Island<\/p>\n12. Saint Kitts<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nSaint Kitts and Nevis<\/strong><\/h3>\n![](\"https:\/\/a.travel-assets.com\/travel-assets-manager\/ba638d2f-3053-4aec-95fa-fb7953405f74\/anz_18191_1048px_7.jpg\")
Say hello to Nevis Peak \ud83d\udc4b<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\nAruba, Jamaica, ooooh, I wanna take ya to… Saint Kitts. Saint Kitts is a cool mix of colonial architecture and Caribbean flavour. Plus there\u2019s a (potentially active) volcano with a crater lake and some furry inhabitants too.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Belle Mont Farm<\/a>, Dieppe Bay Town, Saint Kitts.<\/p>\n
2. Guam<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nUSA<\/strong><\/h3>\nWinter \u2013 what winter?<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nThe bottom link in the Mariana Islands chain, Guam is a US territory in Micronesia. It\u2019s surrounded by the Philippine Sea, which you can enjoy postcard-perfect views of from lookouts like Two Lovers Leap and Ritidian Point. Or probably anywhere on this island, let\u2019s be honest.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Outrigger Guam Beach Resort<\/a>, Tamuning<\/p>\n3. Saipan<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nUSA<\/strong><\/h3>\nAt the other end of the Mariana Islands sits Saipan, an idyllic peak dotted with WWII history. It\u2019s protected by a reef to the west and an old airfield to the south. Check out The Grotto, a beautiful cliffside diving spot, and Forbidden Island Marine Sanctuary, a reserve surrounding an ancient rock formation. They\u2019re both home to A-MAZE-ING snorkelling. Who said tropical islands were just for sunbathing?<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Surfrider Resort Hotel<\/a>, Saipan<\/p>\n4. Rock Islands<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nPalau<\/strong><\/h3>\nYou literally couldn\u2019t get any further away from your winter woolies if you tried!<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nA UNESCO World Heritage Site covered in Limestone Forest and home to a lake full of harmless pink jellyfish? Let\u2019s go! The Rock Islands are a cluster of formations at the tip of Palau and it\u2019s definitely a spot that\u2019ll help you forget your winter woes. It\u2019s stunning! Plus you might even remember the serene location from a season of Survivor<\/em>. But don\u2019t worry, your visit will be a LOT comfier than that.<\/p>\nWhere to stay: <\/strong>Palau Central Hotel<\/a>, Koror<\/p>\n5. Palawan Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nPhilippines<\/strong><\/h3>\nWelcome to El Nido Bay in the Philippines<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nSip from coconuts, dive in an underground river (what?! \ud83d\ude31) and swim in perfect lagoons… Um, where do we sign up? Palawan Island is home to Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, Nacpan Beach \u2013 with a convenient drinks spot right on the sand \u2013 and glorious El Nido Bay. Look outside, now look at your screen, now back outside. Where would you rather be? \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Sheridan Beach Resort & Spa<\/a>, Puerto Princesa, Palawan<\/p>\n6. Rarotonga<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nCook Islands<\/strong><\/h3>\nTropical island sunrise. Check!<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nDitch the spreadsheets and spread out on a banana lounge instead. Rarotonga island is just 32km in circumference and surrounded by a coral reef ring. Hop from beach to lagoon and back again with stunning spots like Muri Beach to visit along the way.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium<\/a>, Rarotonga, Cook Islands<\/p>\n7. F\u00e9licit\u00e9 Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nSeychelles<\/strong><\/h3>\nOnce a coconut plantation, this private island is home to one of the most luxurious escapes on earth, Six Senses Zil Pasyon. And did we mention that \u2018pasyon\u2019 means passion? Oooh! Relax at the cinema under the stars, in the luxurious day spa, or just enjoy the natural bounty of this beautiful island. It\u2019s literally<\/em> thousands of dollars a night for a room, but you more than get what you pay for \ud83d\ude0d<\/p>\nWhere to stay: <\/strong>Six Senses Zil Pasyon Felicite Island<\/a>, Seychelles<\/p>\n8. Ko Lanta Islands<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nThailand<\/strong><\/h3>\nWinter is a VERY distant memory with views like this<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nJust off Thailand\u2019s Andaman Coast, the Ko Lanta Islands offer a change of pace that\u2019s a far cry from the throngs of backpackers and honeymooners you\u2019ll find at some of the other islands. Make sure you hire a scooter and check out the beaches, Old Town and Emerald Cave while you\u2019re here.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Lanta Sand Resort & Spa<\/a>, Ko Lanta<\/p>\n9. Maguhdhuvaa<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nMaldives<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe Maldives are a serious bucket-list destination and Maguhdhuvaa is one of the jewels in its crown. Here you\u2019ll find Ayada Maldives, where rooms go for around $2,000 a night. If you\u2019ve got a \u2018rainy day\u2019 (read: boring winter) fund, this is the place to splurge.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Ayada Maldives<\/a>, Maguhdhuvaa<\/p>\n10. Mo\u2019orea<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nTahiti<\/strong><\/h3>\nHello there, tropical island of our dreams!<\/p><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nPart of the Society Islands archipelago, Mo\u2019orea is a fantasy island with prehistoric peaks that look like a scene from Jurassic Park. Crystal-clear water surrounds the island, as well as a reef, which protects the beach from Mo\u2019orea\u2019s world-famous surf break.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Manava Beach Resort and Spa Mo\u2019orea<\/a>, Mo\u2019rea<\/p>\n11. Tanna Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nVanuatu<\/strong><\/h3>\nAt the southern tip of Vanuatu sits Tanna Island, which is full of natural wonders, including hot springs, waterfalls and even active volcanoes. However long you\u2019re thinking of going for, add a couple more days, \u2018cause this is somewhere you\u2019ll definitely want to take your time and explore.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Tanna Evergreen Resort & Tours<\/a>, Tanna Island<\/p>\n12. Saint Kitts<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nSaint Kitts and Nevis<\/strong><\/h3>\nSay hello to Nevis Peak \ud83d\udc4b<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\nAruba, Jamaica, ooooh, I wanna take ya to… Saint Kitts. Saint Kitts is a cool mix of colonial architecture and Caribbean flavour. Plus there\u2019s a (potentially active) volcano with a crater lake and some furry inhabitants too.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Belle Mont Farm<\/a>, Dieppe Bay Town, Saint Kitts.<\/p>\n
Winter \u2013 what winter?<\/p><\/div>\n
The bottom link in the Mariana Islands chain, Guam is a US territory in Micronesia. It\u2019s surrounded by the Philippine Sea, which you can enjoy postcard-perfect views of from lookouts like Two Lovers Leap and Ritidian Point. Or probably anywhere on this island, let\u2019s be honest.<\/p>\n
Where to stay: <\/strong>Outrigger Guam Beach Resort<\/a>, Tamuning<\/p>\n At the other end of the Mariana Islands sits Saipan, an idyllic peak dotted with WWII history. It\u2019s protected by a reef to the west and an old airfield to the south. Check out The Grotto, a beautiful cliffside diving spot, and Forbidden Island Marine Sanctuary, a reserve surrounding an ancient rock formation. They\u2019re both home to A-MAZE-ING snorkelling. Who said tropical islands were just for sunbathing?<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Surfrider Resort Hotel<\/a>, Saipan<\/p>\n You literally couldn\u2019t get any further away from your winter woolies if you tried!<\/p><\/div>\n A UNESCO World Heritage Site covered in Limestone Forest and home to a lake full of harmless pink jellyfish? Let\u2019s go! The Rock Islands are a cluster of formations at the tip of Palau and it\u2019s definitely a spot that\u2019ll help you forget your winter woes. It\u2019s stunning! Plus you might even remember the serene location from a season of Survivor<\/em>. But don\u2019t worry, your visit will be a LOT comfier than that.<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Palau Central Hotel<\/a>, Koror<\/p>\n Welcome to El Nido Bay in the Philippines<\/p><\/div>\n Sip from coconuts, dive in an underground river (what?! \ud83d\ude31) and swim in perfect lagoons… Um, where do we sign up? Palawan Island is home to Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, Nacpan Beach \u2013 with a convenient drinks spot right on the sand \u2013 and glorious El Nido Bay. Look outside, now look at your screen, now back outside. Where would you rather be? \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Sheridan Beach Resort & Spa<\/a>, Puerto Princesa, Palawan<\/p>\n Tropical island sunrise. Check!<\/p><\/div>\n Ditch the spreadsheets and spread out on a banana lounge instead. Rarotonga island is just 32km in circumference and surrounded by a coral reef ring. Hop from beach to lagoon and back again with stunning spots like Muri Beach to visit along the way.<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium<\/a>, Rarotonga, Cook Islands<\/p>\n Once a coconut plantation, this private island is home to one of the most luxurious escapes on earth, Six Senses Zil Pasyon. And did we mention that \u2018pasyon\u2019 means passion? Oooh! Relax at the cinema under the stars, in the luxurious day spa, or just enjoy the natural bounty of this beautiful island. It\u2019s literally<\/em> thousands of dollars a night for a room, but you more than get what you pay for \ud83d\ude0d<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Six Senses Zil Pasyon Felicite Island<\/a>, Seychelles<\/p>\n Winter is a VERY distant memory with views like this<\/p><\/div>\n Just off Thailand\u2019s Andaman Coast, the Ko Lanta Islands offer a change of pace that\u2019s a far cry from the throngs of backpackers and honeymooners you\u2019ll find at some of the other islands. Make sure you hire a scooter and check out the beaches, Old Town and Emerald Cave while you\u2019re here.<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Lanta Sand Resort & Spa<\/a>, Ko Lanta<\/p>\n The Maldives are a serious bucket-list destination and Maguhdhuvaa is one of the jewels in its crown. Here you\u2019ll find Ayada Maldives, where rooms go for around $2,000 a night. If you\u2019ve got a \u2018rainy day\u2019 (read: boring winter) fund, this is the place to splurge.<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Ayada Maldives<\/a>, Maguhdhuvaa<\/p>\n Hello there, tropical island of our dreams!<\/p><\/div>\n Part of the Society Islands archipelago, Mo\u2019orea is a fantasy island with prehistoric peaks that look like a scene from Jurassic Park. Crystal-clear water surrounds the island, as well as a reef, which protects the beach from Mo\u2019orea\u2019s world-famous surf break.<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Manava Beach Resort and Spa Mo\u2019orea<\/a>, Mo\u2019rea<\/p>\n At the southern tip of Vanuatu sits Tanna Island, which is full of natural wonders, including hot springs, waterfalls and even active volcanoes. However long you\u2019re thinking of going for, add a couple more days, \u2018cause this is somewhere you\u2019ll definitely want to take your time and explore.<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Tanna Evergreen Resort & Tours<\/a>, Tanna Island<\/p>\n Say hello to Nevis Peak \ud83d\udc4b<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n Aruba, Jamaica, ooooh, I wanna take ya to… Saint Kitts. Saint Kitts is a cool mix of colonial architecture and Caribbean flavour. Plus there\u2019s a (potentially active) volcano with a crater lake and some furry inhabitants too.<\/p>\n Where to stay: <\/strong>Belle Mont Farm<\/a>, Dieppe Bay Town, Saint Kitts.<\/p>\n3. Saipan<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
USA<\/strong><\/h3>\n
4. Rock Islands<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Palau<\/strong><\/h3>\n
5. Palawan Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Philippines<\/strong><\/h3>\n
6. Rarotonga<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Cook Islands<\/strong><\/h3>\n
7. F\u00e9licit\u00e9 Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Seychelles<\/strong><\/h3>\n
8. Ko Lanta Islands<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Thailand<\/strong><\/h3>\n
9. Maguhdhuvaa<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Maldives<\/strong><\/h3>\n
10. Mo\u2019orea<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Tahiti<\/strong><\/h3>\n
11. Tanna Island<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Vanuatu<\/strong><\/h3>\n
12. Saint Kitts<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Saint Kitts and Nevis<\/strong><\/h3>\n