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These are the trendiest island getaways for a vacation, according to global search results
Expedia has released its 2026 Island Hot List, with global searches for emerging islands up 55 per cent year-over-year, as travellers look for new destinations.
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St. Lucia has been named as the Best for Romantic Escapes, according to Expedia.
Panoramic view of St. Lucias Twin Pitons at sunrise. (Expedia.com)
Searches for St. Lucia vacations are up 125 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
Relaxation and beauty at Anse Chastanet Beach in Soufriere, St. Lucia offers stunning views, crystal-clear water, and palm-fringed shores for visitors seeking a tropical escape. (Expedia.com)
View over the bay and sheltered harbour/port of Castries, capital city of the island St. Lucia in the Caribbean Sea. (Marica van der Meer/Arterra/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
Porto Santo, Madeira in Portugal has been named Best for Wellness and Relaxation, according to Expedia.
Aerial view of "Vila Baleira" with "Pico Castelo" as background, Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal. (Expedia.com)
Searches for Porto Santo vacations are up 85 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
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Praslin, Seychelles has been named Best for Nature Lovers, according to Expedia.
Discover the pristine beauty of Anse Lazio Beach in Praslin Seychelles. (Expedia.com)
Searches for Praslin vacations are up 80 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
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The Grand Anse beach on Praslin, Seychelles, March 26, 2025. (Alexandra Schuler/picture alliance via Getty Images)
Praslin, Seychelles has been named Best for Nature Lovers, according to Expedia.
Beautiful view of colorful houses perched on a cliff in the Vaporia district of Ermoupoli town on Syros Island, Greece, under a bright blue sky. (Expedia.com)
Searches for Praslin vacations are up 80 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
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Syros waterfront and Venetian architecture. (Chris North/Loop Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
Lofoten Islands, Norway has been named Best for Arctic Adventures, according to Expedia.
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Searches for Lofoten Islands vacations are up 50 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
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Palawan, Philippines has been named Best for Natural Wonders, according to Expedia.
Kayaks in the big lagoon with turquoise clean water, tropical forest , rocks, in Palawan, Philippines. (Expedia.com)
Searches for Palawan vacations are up 40 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
Overlooking a serene tropical cove with crystal-clear turquoise water surrounded by towering, lush green limestone cliffs. (Expedia.com)
This photograph taken on Dec. 2, 2025 shows a tourist boat off the coast of El Nido town in Palawan province in the Philippines. (Mladen ANTONOV / AFP via Getty Images)
Culebra, Puerto Rico has been named Best for Water Adventures, according to Expedia.
Gorgeous coconut palm trees overlooking Flamenco beach on the Puerto Rican island of Culebra. (Expedia.com)
Searches for Culebra vacations are up 35 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
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Riding the waves in the ocean. (Expedia.com)
Sanibel Island, Florida has been named Best for Family Escapes, according to Expedia.
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Searches for Sanibel Island vacations are up 25 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
Children playing in the water as tide comes in to beach. (Expedia.com)
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Phu Quoc, Vietnam has been named Best for Affordable Luxury, according to Expedia.
Stunning beach view at Long Beach in Phu Quoc, Kien Giang Province, Vietnam showcasing palm trees and a serene landscape. (Expedia.com)
Searches for Phu Quoc vacations are up 25 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
Romantic Vacation For Couple In Love. Happy People Relaxing In Infinity Edge Swimming Pool Water, Enjoying Beautiful Sea View. (Expedia.com)
Crystal clear waters and lush palms on Phu Quoc Island in Kien Giang Province create a tranquil paradise for relaxation and exploration near the shoreline. (Expedia.com)
Tourists walk on the beach at the JW Marriott on March 20, 2026 in Phu Quoc, Vietnam. (Allison Joyce/Getty Images)
Fiji has been named Best for Multi-generational Value, according to Expedia.
Tranquil poolside view overlooking the serene waters of Fiji with lush palm trees and inviting seating areas on a sunny day. (Expedia.com)
Searches for Fiji vacation are up 15 per cent year-over-year according to Expedia.
Scenic view of a serene beach in Fiji at sunset showcasing palm trees and tranquil waters. (Expedia.com)
Serene coastal retreat overlooking the tranquil waters of Fiji with lush greenery and inviting lounge chairs ready for relaxation. (Expedia.com)
Cape Verde has been named as the Best Ultimate Soccer-inspired Island, according to Expedia.
Woman walking in a beautiful seaside landscape in Sal, Cape Verde island. (Expedia.com)
A remote creek by the sea and tourists on a coastal path at Brava Island in the Cabo Verde archipelago. (Andia/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
Hike to the volcano Fogo, Cape Verde. (Stefan Lippmann/Oneworld Picture/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
Fans run alongside the Cape Verde national soccer team's bus after their return in Praia, Cape Verde Sunday, July 5, 2026. (AP Photo)