The summer season is here and it is the best time of the year to pursue your tropical vacation dream. With a visit to a tropical location, you can experience waking up in stunning sunny mornings, hitting a pristine beach, and enjoying various outdoor activities. Tropical vacations are found all around the globe, but only a few can give you the best experience where you can get the most of your island getaway. Following are some of the best tropical vacations.
The Maldives
Situated in the middle of the Indian Ocean, The Maldives are one of the most celebrated tropical havens in the world. There are over 1,200 islands here and most of them have a resort with powder-soft, beautiful beach. The islands are very remote, making them ideal for completely unplugged tropical vacation. Diving is one of the top activities in the Maldives and it’s not surprising why.
Bora Bora, Tahiti
Bora Bora is one of the most stunning island paradises in the world. It is tropical and lush with perfect emerald waters and white-sand beaches. Luxury spas and resorts dot the island with thatched-roof villas and overwater bungalows, making it the island of your dreams. There are a lot of fun things to do in the area. These include (but not limited to) private picnics, parasailing, jet skis, snorkeling, and scuba diving.
Aitutaki, Cook Islands
Aitutaki has arguably the best lagoon in the entire world. It is also home to one of the most stunning beaches. The main island is surrounded by a shallow aqua blue lagoon and the island itself is narrow, long, and fish-hook shaped. Aitutaki, Cook Islands is well-known for its warm island hospitality, pristine white-sand beaches, and amazing electric-blue waters. Cruising into it, and out to the smaller islands that surround it, you will be able to see the most vibrant blue water in the world.
Seychelles
Made up of 115 islands on the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles is a tropical paradise with beautiful beaches. The beaches here are the best in the world. They are lapped by crystal-clear waters and lush tropical jungle. There are also magnificent and huge rock formations that have been smoothened with time. Overall, the Seychelles is a unique and exotic destination and since it has year-round sunshine, there’s really no bad time to visit.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is known for its great touristic experiences and hospitality. The beaches here are little corners of paradise for nature lovers and an oasis of relaxation. No matter if you visit Sri Lanka for a week or for a month, it is highly recommended that you allocate some time for a beach break. Top three recommendations include Jetwing Sea, Negombo, Coral Sands, Hikkaduwa, and Pigeon Island Beach Resort, Trincomalee.
If you need a serious break from the hectic lifestyle and you wish to relax the stress away and just indulge yourself, visit any of these tropical destinations for an amazing beach vacation you will never forget.
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