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American Samoa
Six Polynesian isles in the South Pacific’s heart welcome tourists wanting calm breaks from more populated beaches. Island life and natural splendors around American Samoa are tropically refreshing. Forget about work and responsibilities while discovering sandy stretches, a national park, marine sanctuary, museums, mountains, jungles, and scenic hiking trails.
Caribbean
Unlike the other destinations that are accessible with drivers’ licenses, some small Caribbean countries have slightly different requirements. Enhanced driver’s licenses (that also act as limited travel documents) or passport cards (government-issued wallet-sized photo IDs) allow international transport by sea or land.
In the Bahamas, Exuma’s main draws are 365 isles and cays, pristine beaches, and the incredible chance to swim with pigs. Bermuda’s vivid appeal extends from blue water and pink sand to multi-colored houses. Enjoy King’s Wharf, Royal Naval Dockyard museums and shops, glass-bottom boat tours of an illuminated submerged shipwreck, joyful Calypso rhythms, and tasty island snacks.
Enticing Ocho Rios features Jamaican temptations like splendid oceans, Blue Hole waterfalls, roadside eateries’ superb jerk chicken, and rum cocktails.
Florida Keys
This chain of islands stretching 120 miles boasts America’s only barrier reef with living coral. Key Largo’s palm-lined beaches are pristine. Locals regard this area as the global diving capital. Fun activities include snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, a marine sanctuary, and state parks. Florida Keys’ Marathon features scuba diving, turtle and dolphin encounters, fishing, and sailing.
Hawaii
The sole tropical island with U.S. statehood offers year-round warmth, glistening shores, and snorkeling in the clear Pacific. Visit Waikiki Beach for swimming and glorious sunsets. Check out Pali Lookout’s majestic cliff and coastal views. Honolulu draws range from the Hawaiian monarch’s Iolani Palace to historic Pearl Harbor.
Relish the world’s most spectacular sun-drenched sand in Maui. Adventures span from snorkeling to windsurfing to hiking Haleakala Crater, a dormant volcano at Maui’s tallest point. Escape to the Kohala Coast’s sleepy Kona village for black lava beaches, snorkeling, surfing, and delightful local cuisine. Peaceful Lanai’s rugged terrain and secluded seashore invite unwinding during quiet retreats.
Northern Mariana Islands
Looking for solitude? Just three of this territory’s 14 isles (Rota, Saipan, and Tinian) have permanent inhabitants. Relax on the Pacific’s tropical beaches, where you’ll get a taste of cultural food, music, and dance. Feeling more adventurous? The Northern Marianas’ Micronesian islands offer scuba diving to view the underwater mysteries of World War II shipwrecks, coral reefs, and ocean life.
Puerto Rico
African, Latin American, Spanish, and U.S. influences mingle in the Puerto Rican islands floating between Atlantic and Caribbean waters. Enjoy southern seashores, the stunning Caribbean, colorful and historic architecture, impressive mountains, and hiking through lush rain forests. Check out tiny Culebra’s nine beaches, shallow-reef snorkeling, bird sanctuary, and tempting seafood. Sunbathe, swim, and surf at Porta Del Sol’s bays and coasts. Then, sample delicious local seafood.
U.S. Virgin Islands
Besides swimming and diving in tropical weather, these former Danish territories provide intriguing history lessons. Scenic Virgin Island destinations bring complicated pasts into modern times. Residents have spanned from indigenous Indians and African traders and slaves to Europeans settlers. Charlotte Amalie’s cosmopolitan atmosphere is popular with travelers for its picturesque harbor and duty-free shopping.
Favorite sites include old Fort Christian and Blackbeard’s Castle. Maho Bay, on St. John’s north shore, offers long beaches, calm waters, and snorkeling. Sip piña coladas while taking in St. Croix’s sunny climate, blue sky and sea, white strands, and palm trees. Visit St. Thomas for sparkling sand, emerald waves, swimming, snorkeling, surfing, kayaking, and windsurfing.