FIVE HUNDRED AND ONE MUST VISIT ISLANDS

501 Must-Visit Islands is an invaluable source of inspiration for those seeking to explore the world's most fascinating islands either in reality or from the comfort of an armchair!This book brings you 501 of the world's most interesting islands. Some are incredibly difficult to reach; others are just a short trip away from the mainland by boat or plane. Some are littered with remarkable historical ruins and echoes of ancient cultures; others are no more than sandy beaches and a few palm trees. Whether you're wanting to experience fascination indigenous cultures, a paradise idyll of white sand beaches and turquoise seas, the tranquility of a remote hideaway or the buzz of a bustling metropolis, there's an island here to tempt you to its shores.