A World Heritage site, this perfect island getaway is just a two hour flight away from
The island is ideal for marine recreation and offers many fishing tours. The lagoon that provides such beautiful, unspoiled beaches also is home to an outstanding coral reef with over five hundred species of fish. You can virtually see the fish right through the water, however Scuba tours can also be taken further offshore. Bird watching is also popular on the island, as it is home to over one hundred thirty species, including fourteen species of seabirds that use the island as breeding grounds. Many walking trails cover the island, from leisurely and easy to more strenuous and advanced. The
After a strenuous day trip up the mountain, what better way to soothe tired muscles than a luxurious spa treatment? The island is home to two luxury spas where you can unwind and relax. Fine dining and shopping abound, and the island also is home to recreational opportunities such as golf, lawn bowling, and tennis.
Only four hundred visitors are allowed on the island at one time, so be sure to book your hotel accommodations well ahead of time. Camping is not permitted on the island, and you will require proof of accommodation in order to take your flight. About three hundred fifty people live on the island permanently, and all accommodations are owned and operated by native islanders. There are few cars on the island, and they travel at a leisurely twenty-five miles per hour. Walking and cycling is the preferred mode of transportation, making this a very safe destination for families.
