Island Getaways

Searching for hidden treasures.

- Taru Bahl

Amazing island destinations are often the first choice when it comes to zeroing in on that much-coveted beach holiday. Whether it is the endless coastlines and numerous beaches that present unique diving experiences in crystalline waters of coral-fringed islands or basking right under the towering limestone cliffs on secluded white sand bays or dragon spotting in a bizarre movie inspired setting, you are spoilt for choice. We select 10 islands that, apart from the certain givens like pristine waters, exclusive inland and beach experience, have an abundance of such luxuries as solitude, wellness, history and celebrity spotting.

PRIVATE HAVENS WHERE SILENCE IS DIVINE 

These exclusive private havens are islands unto themselves offering privacy and offbeat activities for the inveterate beach lover to choose from and indulge in. Here you lose the sense of time and space, merging with the natural surroundings around you.

White sand beaches & rich waters of Raja Ampat islands, Indonesia