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Condé Nast Traveler readers have voted on the best US islands, including spots in Hawaii, Lowcountry, and the Midwest.
- Mackinac Island, Michigan
- Kiawah Island, South Carolina
- Nantucket, Massachusetts
- San Juan Islands, Washington
- Outer Banks, North Carolina
- Mount Desert Island, Maine
- Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
- Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
- Amelia Island, Florida
- Florida Keys
Eighty percent of this roughly four-square-mile island on Lake Huron is protected as a state park. The family-friendly downtown has many restaurants, fudge shops, and galleries. There are also several golf courses, one of which, known as "Wawa," lies on a battlefield where the British captured the island from the Americans in the War of 1812. You c...
Located southwest of Charleston, Kiawah, which is also on this year's list of the best islands in the world, is a popular destination for golfers, but you don't need to pick up a club to fall in love. Bike to the pristine beaches for sightings of dolphins and nesting sea turtles, or just watch the waves from an oceanfront room at the five-star Sanc...
Everything about Nantucket can be described as charming, from the rose-trellised cottages to the cobblestoned streets and scenic bike rides. Both its dining and restaurant scenes are booming. One of the newest lodgings: the 12-room luxury hotel Blue Irisby Life House. Score: 84.53
Each destination in this archipelago between Seattle and Vancouver feels remote in the best possible way, with sweeping vistas and an array of outdoor activities, including hiking, kayaking, and whale-watching. Those who prefer a more leisurely stay will find indulgent farm-to-table meals, delicious wine from Washington State, galleries, and spas. ...
This 175-mile-long chain of barrier islands is a beach-lover's dream. Lay down your towel on Corolla Beach, where, if you're lucky, you will see some of the wild Spanish mustangs that roam the islands. Score: 83.57
Acadia National Park covers most of this roughly 100-square-mile island. Nature-inclined visitors can spend days biking and hiking. Social options are equally robust, with annual music and food festivals and several picturesque towns, including Bar Harbor. Score: 83.50
There's something for everyone in this popular destination off of Cape Cod. Up Island, there are majestic cliffs dropping down into the Atlantic Ocean, storybook inns, and a quaint fishing village where you can buy shucked shellfish to eat while watching the sunset. Down Island, travelers will find vibrant villages like Oak Bluffs and Edgartown, wh...
This Southern oasis is a perennial reader favorite thanks to its beaches, world-class golf courses, 60 miles of walking trails, and cultural offerings that can be enjoyed in flip-flops. Rental houses abound, but there are also resorts that will cater to your every whim. Score: 82.99
This small island draws visitors who relish its casual vibe and natural beauty. The northernmost barrier island on Florida's Atlantic coast — easily reached by car — appeals to beach lovers and history buffs, as well as food lovers, who eagerly await its Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival, held each May. Score: 82.98
Passionate fishers, boaters, and divers flock to this string of islands, where they can take advantage of the only living coral barrier reef in the United States. Those who prefer their fun on land embrace Key West, with its relaxed vibe of pastel cottages and plethora of bars. Don't miss the grounds of the Hemingway Home and Museum, where the auth...
Jun 13, 2019 · America's best islands: The United States is home to some of the world's most gorgeous islands, like Orcas off of Washington state (pictured). Click through the gallery to see some of the...
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- Oʻahu, Hawaii. Hawaii enjoys top-of-mind recall as one of the best destinations for a paradisiacal domestic escape. For centuries, these palm-dotted Pacific islands have been luring travelers to their scintillating shores.
- Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is the 100-mile-long island for you if you have a taste for historical sites and cultural calendars filled with spirited events.
- Santa Catalina Island, California. Make like Marilyn Monroe—and a host of other Hollywood notables—and call Santa Catalina your temporary home. Eternally popular for day trips, this laidback island is a hop, skip, and jump from Los Angeles, with ferries regularly departing from Long Beach, San Pedro, and Dana Point.
- Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. Contrary to (somewhat) popular belief, Martha’s Vineyard does not belong to lifestyle entrepreneur Martha Stewart. This small island off Cape Cod has timeless appeal, a distinct lack of chain restaurants, illuminating summertime celebrations, and a string of blissed-out public beaches.
Jan 18, 2016 · Today, the eight major islands receive more than 8 million visitors every year who come to experience America’s paradise. With air and water temperatures between 75 and 85 degrees year-round...
Nov 30, 2022 · In this 125-mile-long ribbon of islands stretching from the southern tip of Florida, travelers find some of the United States’ most vibrant natural worlds.
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The population of Puerto Rico reflects influences from initial Amerindian settlement, European colonization, slavery, economic migration, and the archipelago's status as unincorporated territory of the United States.
