Survey of academic papers points to a noticeable increase since 2019 in consideration of a 'one country, two systems' framework for the island As tensions between Beijing and Taipei rise, academia and the education sector reveal how each side is changing to adapt to - or shape - the new environment.

Waties Island, an undeveloped barrier island in Little River, is likely to become a state park and a Heritage Trust Preserve in the Myrtle Beach area.

The Maldives also made the list thanks to being the best for romance, while Oahu, Hawaii, was named best for surfing, Paros, Greece, for being the best for nightlife, and Sardinia, Italy, as the best island for food Lovers.

Haukland is a perfect example and a regular entrant on lists of the best beaches in Europe: sugar-white sand, royal blue water so clear it looks tropical—until you dip your toes in and realize you’re at 68 degrees north—and a silence broken only by the waves and breeze.

Florida's islands are still favorites among tourists. Florida's hotels, not so much. The Sunshine State is home to several of the best islands to visit in the entire continental United States, according to a newly published survey of nearly 200,

It’s one of the most enduring openings in television history: a “three-hour tour” gone wrong that strands seven people—soon to be known as the castaways—on a desert island. But for all its sunny slapstick and coconut-powered contraptions,

This year’s top islands, as voted in our “World’s Best Awards” survey for 2025, span 18 countries, from the Mediterranean to the South Pacific.

Ilha da Queimada Grande, or Snake Island, near Sao Paulo, Brazil, is very dangerous. Thousands of venomous golden lancehead snakes live there. The island is off-limits to the public for safety and conservation.