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Do you dream of getting away from it all?
There is no place like an island.
But which islands in the world are particularly special?
Check out these comments from tourists who took to Reddit to share the islands that left them wanting more.
‘Laschon’ kicked off the debate with the question: ‘Which island left you speechless?’ Read on to see the pictures of the most striking islands recommended to you…
Isle of Skye, Scotland
One Reddit user says: “The landscapes (of Skye) are so unusual and so beautiful that you feel like you are on a different planet.”
Scotland’s Isle of Skye gets top marks from ‘WorldlyPlace4781’, who say there’s “nowhere like it”.
Another user agrees, saying: “I still dream about Skye sometimes and I was there for just a week 30 years ago.”
‘Catdoctor’ adds: ‘The landscapes are so unusual and so beautiful, that you feel like you are on another planet.
“I’ve been there three times, always in September. The sunset takes several hours, so you can enjoy the light of the “golden hour” for a long time.”
Although Skye’s weather isn’t always sunny, one user said the island’s misty days add a “magical and mystical quality to the landscape.”
Miyajima Island, Japan
Tourist describes Miyajima Island as “one of the most magical places I’ve ever been”
The Japanese island of Miyajima, an hour from Hiroshima, is a popular choice among travelers. Miyajima means “sanctuary island” and is home to wild deer.
Reddit user ‘Donotdisturb95’ says it has an “absolutely serene nature with some of the best ryokans in the country.”
One tourist describes the Japanese island as “one of the most magical places I’ve ever been to,” while another traveler says it’s “absolutely beautiful” and “easy to get to by ferry.” But beware of overly friendly residents: one tourist comments that “a deer ate my map.”
Big Island, Hawaii
A Boston “bluestocking” says the Big Island of Hawaii has “much beauty and variety of terrain and climate”
The Hawaiian archipelago is made up of more than 130 islands, but it is the largest, ‘Big Island’, that tops the list in the United States in this discussion.
Boston bluestockers say it has “plenty of beauty and variety of terrain and climate.” They love the island’s “green mountains, waterfalls, rainforests, steam vents, black sand beaches and lava tubes,” describing it as “an embarrassment of riches.”
Lofoten Islands, Norway
The Lofoten archipelago is a “wild” place that holds a “special place” in the heart of every traveler.
It may not be sunny, but the Lofoten archipelago in northern Norway is a top choice for travellers. ‘Excellent-repair-234’ says the place is “wild” and adds that they “loved the light.”
Another tourist said the islands have “a special place in my heart” after seeing the Northern Lights for “four consecutive nights.”
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
One visitor to Bora Bora declared it “more incredibly beautiful than all the photos.”
One reviewer describes Bora Bora in French Polynesia as “spectacular,” and another says it “feels like you’re in a dream.”
Another traveler adds: “It was at the top of my to-do list. I was prepared for disappointment and for all those aerial photos to be photoshopped. I was expecting it to be like a slightly prettier Caribbean island. I was totally wrong. It’s even more incredibly beautiful than all the photos.”
Korcula, Croatia
“Korcula is one of those places I can’t believe is actually the place of my life, simply unforgettable,” says one Reddit user. The image above shows the island’s old town, which is also called Korcula.
Korcula, a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea, is “something different,” according to Reddit user “Pinkalicious100,” who says: “It felt like a fairy tale. I also liked that it wasn’t very crowded when I was there, which is a miracle when it comes to vacations lately.”
Another user adds: “The old town was absolutely charming and my Airbnb accommodation cost me 50 euros per night. Korcula was one of those places where I can’t believe this is my place to live, simply unforgettable.”
Madeira, Portugal
Madeira is described as “beautiful” and with a “fascinating geography” for fans of the island
Madeira, an island close to mainland Portugal, is “a level above everything else,” according to one reviewer, while another says it’s “absolutely mind-blowing.”
Another tourist adds: “Madeira is beautiful and the geography is fascinating if you are a fan of islands.”
It could be the perfect place for a hiking holiday, with one visitor describing it as a “hiker’s paradise”.