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Dive Into the Most Beautiful Islands in the World

Islands are all about adventure, beaches, and beauty. By definition, an island is a piece of land surrounded by water - the perfect place for a beach getaway. The latest Beach Bums collection, is inspired by beautiful cays around the world. Much like an island, a cay is a small, low island or bank composed of sand and coral fragments, especially in the Caribbean. Similarly, an atoll is a ring-shaped reef, Island, or chain of islands formed of coral.

The common word in each is island - there are so many names and types of islands and we love each and every one of them. That is why we are celebrating the beauty of islands with our latest collection, The Cays Collection!

To help celebrate and giving you bikini-spiration, we’re listing some of the most beautiful islands in the world!

Tobago Cays, The Grenadines

 

Considered the jewel of the Grenadines, Tobago Cays is a beauty unlike any other. Made up of five uninhabited islands, Tobago Cays is a sailors paradise. The islands are a protected reserve full of vibrant fish, clear waters and white sand beaches.

 

The Tobago Cays are perfect for cruisers exploring all the Caribbean has to offer. These cays give it all to you in their five small islands with plenty of room to snorkel among the marine life, catch some rays on the beaches, and then finish the day with a sunset cruise and drink in hand!

 

Since the cays are uninhabited, the best places to stay nearby are the island of Mayreau, Palm Island, Bequia, or the newly opened SOHO Beach House in Canouan.

 

Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives

 

The Maldives are famous for their clear blue waters, over water bungalows, and Instagram worthy views. Gili Lankanfushi on the Lankanfushi Island has everything a Maldives vacation calls for, and more! The resort owns the entire island so you can expect to live the life of luxury on this private island for your stay.

 

The best way to enjoy your time at Gili Lankanfushi is to enjoy yourself. The resort was built on the idea of luxury and having the luxury to enjoy your own time.

 

Wake up to the warm feeling of the sun on your face, eat breakfast over the water, and relax with your favourite book with your feet in the water. Do what makes you feel at peace and ease at the Gili Lankanfushi.

 

Pine Cay, Turks and Caicos

 

True beauty is found in the secluded private island of Pine Cay. This small cay in Turks and Caicos sitting on the edge of the Florida Keys Reef Tract paired with their vast beach, and a wilderness full of birds, Pine Cay is the epitome of island living.

 

There is no shortage of activities with scuba diving and snorkelling along the reef, bird watching trails, and beaches to explore and relax on. Or take a paddle board out into the open water to get the best view of the island!

 

 Bora Bora, French Polynesia

 

One of the most romantic places in the world, lovers flock to Bora Bora in French Polynesia. This beautiful and adventure soaked island is paradise on earth and it is only natural to come to such a beautiful place with your love.

 

The over the water villas are the perfect little getaway to enjoy each other away from the world outside your bungalow walls. When you want to leave your little room, there is an entire ocean waiting to be explored by boat or through snorkelling goggle lenses from below! The island is known for its vast marine life and crystal clear waters, but the hilly landscape of the island is hard to overlook!

 

Stay over the water at the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora or dig your toes into the sand at the Tikehau Resort.

 

 Aitutaki, Cook Islands

 

Aitutaki in the Cook Islands is home to some of the bluest waters you will ever see. With 15 islets surrounding the giant turquoise lagoon, there is plenty to do for any beach lover.

 

Lagoons are known for their calm and beautiful waters, with little currents, the waters are easy to explore and safe to traverse. At Aitutaki, people can be seen exploring each of the 15 islets, traveling between each by boat, or taking an easy kayak ride to your own secluded beach.

 

The 15 islets provide beach goers with surplus opportunity to find their own secluded space that is perfect for them. With so many options there is sure to be the perfect beach spot for each person.

 Between each islet, the calm waters of the lagoon welcomes scuba divers, paddle boarders, and floaters!

 

No beach trip is complete without a room right on the beach, the Tamanu Beach Resort gives you all you would need within the resort walls, beach views, fine dining, and of course the perfect place to unwind with wine for sunset.

 

 Palawan, Philippines

 

The turquoise waters contrasted with the dark, edgy rocks rising high above the sea of Palawan in the Philippines is one of the most awe-inspiring views in the world. Travellers love to visit this island for its unrivalled scenery and uniqueness.

 

Palawan is perfect for the adventure seeking traveler. With lush jungles to explore on the island and cliffs jutting out into the ocean to dive off of. Off the island, boats holding travellers constantly circle around the main island and its many islets to explore secluded beaches and the best snorkelling spots!

 

On the island, visitors indulge in the local fare and many barbecue stands for cooked meats!

 

El Nido Resorts has multiple options around Palawan to stay and connections to explore the area.

 

Praslin, Seychelles

 

Praslin in the Seychelles is the perfect place to explore world class beaches. The island is full of beaches lined with resorts and beach bars to relax and make friends with locals and other travellers!

 

Being so close to the equator, this island stays warm all year long, making it the perfect beach getaway with a cold daiquiri in hand and quick dips into the water throughout the day to stay cool!

 

Pack plenty of swimsuits for Praslin, this island is a never ending beach hop. Start your beach adventure by staying at Raffles and enjoying the panoramic water views and hopping right onto the beach from your private villa!

 

Nusa Penida, Indonesia

 

Nusa Penida is the perfect exotic and off the beaten path island adventure getaway. The islands that make up the area are home to clear blue waters and cliff surrounded beaches. Each beach is an adventure of its own, being completely surrounded and cut off from the rest of the world by high reaching cliffs and lush forests.

 

One of the most famous beaches of the island, Broken Beach, is a marine lovers dream, with manta rays and other marine life swimming by peacefully.

 

The Nihi Sumba hotel is a luxurious hotel that lets visitors relax at their spa then head out to view gorgeous waterfalls and surf in the ocean water.

 

Picking the Right Island for You

There are many islands around the globe waiting to welcome you and your swimsuit to their shores. Now it’s your turn to pick the right island for you, luxurious beach getaway or adventure through the jungle?

 

One thing is for sure, Bequia Beach Bums has the perfect island companion in their new Cays Collection!