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The 31 magical islands where celebrities and royals like to spend their downtime

Lydia Swinscoe

13 April 2024 at 8:30 pm

In need of some holiday inspiration? These astonishing islands are sure to dazzle...

Mnemba Island, Tanzania

Eilean Shona, Scotland

Mallorca, Spain

Paradise Island, Bahamas, Caribbean

Sardinia, Italy

Mustique, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Caribbean

Svalbard, Norway

Patmos, Greece

Vancouver Island, Canada

Sri Lanka

North Island, New Zealand

Phuket, Thailand

Maui, Hawaii, USA

Sifnos, Greece

Tetiʻaroa, French Polynesia

Jamaica, Caribbean

Isles of Scilly, UK

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Iceland

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Corfu, Greece

Cuba, Caribbean

Ibiza, Spain

St Barts, Caribbean

Blackadore Caye, Belize

Necker Island, Caribbean

Mago Island, Fiji

Shaviyani Atoll, Maldives

Penang, Malaysia

Capri, Italy

Anguilla, Caribbean

In need of some holiday inspiration? These astonishing islands are sure to dazzle...

Surrounded by energising turquoise waters and located in spots where serene sunsets offer stunning daily displays, the allure of an island trip offers unparalleled moments of relaxation and inspiration.

From hidden European gems to Caribbean idylls with stunning peachy-pink sand beaches backed by atmospheric palm trees, islands really do have the power to enthral. No wonder then that all manner of A-list celebrities and royalty have opted for paradisiacal island getaways.

While some cost astronomical amounts of money, others are more affordable, so here’s a look at the most picturesque…

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In need of some holiday inspiration? These astonishing islands are sure to dazzle...

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