Today’s meaning of a tropical paradise island is not the story book idea of a desert island with a single palm tree. We need a lot more than that. We decided to discover our Top 10 Tropical Island Paradises that we would love to visit in 2011. Wishful thinking I know, but maybe we can manage a couple. So which islands made it onto the list?

Antigua – This is an island in the Leeward Islands group in the Caribbean. Beautiful White and Pink Beaches and accessible coral reefs make this a firm favourite for beach lovers, snorkelling and scuba diving. Antigua has also made a name for itself for it’s incredible beach weddings and honeymoons. Whether you want to lie back and enjoy the sun spotting the occasional celebrity or prefer to be a bit more active Antigua has something for everyone. We would recommend Nonsuch Bay for its stunning setting in forty acres of tropical landscaped gardens and secluded beach.

Aruba – Where the Azure Sea and Sky seem to merge together this Southern Caribbean island has something for everyone but has a real tropical island feel. Swaying Palm trees and white beaches all add to the experience. You could stay in one of the Ocean Front Rooms of the Tamarijn right on the white sandy beach of Druif Beach and fall asleep to the lapping of the waves. Pure Heaven

Cayman Islands – Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman are the three islands that make up this stunning trio. They are set in the beautiful turquoise waters of the Western Caribbean. Don’t miss out on the amazing Lionfish Roundup event at Pirates Point Resort on Little Cayman.

Fiji – A movie star island in the South Pacific. A movie star because it has starred in many movies over the years and now the movies stars themselves come here to play. Fiji is to the north of New Zealand and is actually a collection of more than 300 stunning individual islands with typical tropical paradise shallow waters and white beaches. Places to stay are just as diverse, from a 5 star beach resort to backpacking through jungles. One choice is the amazing 174 acre private island resort of Castaway Island.

Maldives – A collection of more than a thousand tiny islands and atolls many with just a single hotel or resort on them make up the Maldives. Any one of them can feel like your own castaway island. Fly into the main island of Male then get transported by boat to your island. Ours was Full Moon Resort on a tiny atoll that took only minutes to walk from one side to the other.

Mauritius – Situated in the Indian Ocean, yet again that tropical island feel with sandy white beaches a clear warm waters. Mauritius is larger than most of the other top 10 tropical islands but don’t let that put you off. It’s relatively easy to get to and has a huge range of activities and places to stay. Why not try the private peninsula that is Le Saint Geran for a truly pampering experience.

Perhentian Islands – A pair of islands that feel like you have gone back in time. No roads here, transport is by boat along the coast, or if you prefer, a trek through the jungle. The Arwana Eco Resort is on our must go list.

Seychelles – Over 100 hundred stunning islands make up the Seychelles. The second largest being Preslin with its Garden of Eden like forests of huge palm trees and exotic birds.

St Lucia – Rising up out of the Eastern Caribbean waters is St Lucia with its sparkling waves, it’s sandy beaches and it’s rain forests. Whether you want to dive, snorkel, ride horses or trek through the forests here is the place to do it. Experience the breathtaking setting of Jalousie Plantation in the rain forest overlooking the sea.

Tahiti – The pacific island of Tahiti is well known as the setting of many famous classic movies and certainly does not disappoint. The Intercontinental Tahiti Resort has its own private beach and is probably the most luxurious resort in Tahiti. Tahiti has a tropical island feel yet has something for everyone from diving and horse riding to Golf and Deep Sea Fishing.

Want to find out more about a Tropical Island, then visit our site and find out how to choose the best Caribbean Islands to visit.

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