5 most beautiful Islands to visit before you die
There is a huge assorted world out there full of islands just waiting for your arrival with a whole new culture and different lifestyle to explore. These destinations with rolling tides, mesmerising beaches and untouched pockets of wilderness will give you an experience that you’ve always pictured while gazing at your bucket list. But while being unrealistically beautiful and adventurous these Islands also demands some do’s and don’ts one must keep in mind to stay away from a disastrous experience.
So the next time if you crave culture and that wonderful feeling of sand beneath your feet, then these 5 Islands are the ones you can consider visiting keeping in mind the simple life hacks to get you through.
Palawan Island
Crowned twice as the most beautiful Island of the world for its amazing picturesque, Palawan is also the largest Island of the province of Palawan in the Philippines. Palawan over the year has been a tourist attraction for its mantel of rainforests, unique flora and fauna, pristine resorts, majestic caves and of course beaches you will never forget even in your wildest dreams. The Island also called the “Last ecological frontier” preserves the amazing wildlife and natural beauty in its exotic locale. Getting around Palawan is great but must be followed by some precautions to make things safe and easier for one.
Tip — Palawan is full of amazing picturesque but lacks ATM facilities so do carry extra cash with you. In addition, make sure you carry an underwater camera so that you don’t miss the amazing marine life under crystal blue waters. However, be aware of dangerous undertows and crawling creatures like giant Scorpions.
Santorini Island
The volcanic Island of Santorini is probably the most beautiful Island of Greece. The Island is a perfect romantic spot to witness the sunset with impressive Caldera village which gives you a perfect view of the ocean in front. Santorini has much more to offer to its visitors than the ordinary Island. How about having dinner with an amazing view of an active volcano? Yes it is possible when you are in Santorini. In addition, the place also greets you with black sand beaches which you don’t witness every day with museums, churches and many more places to keep you thrilled and excited.
Tip — Not every location in Santorini Island is visit able but don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in some of the most beautiful waters of the region. The weather is usually hot, so do carry a sunscreen, your favorite flip flops and a hat. Also, be aware of the misleading marketing and care for animals, don’t ride a donkey.
Bali Indonesia
The inclusion of Bali in the list may surprise you but the island with the highest biodiversity of marine species has a lot more to offer. Bali with its forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies and coral reefs, also gives you an essence of its preserved Hinduism culture expressed through dance, painting, sculpture and music. Furthermore, it is a perfect tourist destination to enjoy the ceremonial holidays with your family while exploring its exotic temples, yoga retreats and beaches covered with volcanic sand.
Tip — Bali is different from most of the Islands you will ever visit and reaching and adapting to its exotic environment could be a hustle especially in the rainy season (January to April and October to November). Plus, always be aware of stray animals, warning flags on the beaches and bargain respectfully.
Bora Bora Island
Bora Bora Island located in the shadows of France with warm weather all year round is a mesmerising spot to show-off and tan your perfect bikini body. The most popular thing about Bora Bora is the over water bungalows and villas with glass floors which supplies a window to a divine view. The popular lagoon trip is famous for it’s by adventurous activities like snorkelling, diving, jet skiing, paddle boarding, skydiving, kite surfing, and touring the Island with a helicopter. White sand beaches and calmer waters of Bora Bora are really the same you are obsessed with through the images. This paradise is surely a perfect romantic getaway Island.
Tip — The Island is mostly hot so carrying essentials like a hat, sunscreen; white clothes would be wonderful and medication to keep the insects away. Again, if you are weight conscious then let me warn you the only way to reach Bora Bora Island is through the airport of Tahiti, where you are weighed before boarding.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Located in between of nowhere in Bay of Bengal, Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a home to scenic beaches, rich flora and fauna, and adventurous water sports. The most preferred time to visit Andaman and Nicobar Islands is between November and April. The Islands offers breathtaking sunset and sunrise view with other popular tourist attractions like Forest museum, Gandhi Park, Cellular Jail and many more. Visitors here also enjoy their time basking in the sun as the weather is pleasant and fun to be in.
Tip — Andaman and Nicobar Islands is famous for preserving most of its habitat so make sure you don’t collect flora and fauna as it is punishable. Naked sunbathing is not a general norm in the Islands. Plus, do not cross the permitted areas while enjoying your stay in the Islands
