Island Paradises

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Island Paradises

By Melinda Allman

Whether looking for a spot in which to disappear or simply a place to do a little sunbathing, the world's wealthiest travelers have discovered some of the most breathtaking spots on earth.

From the Aegean Sea to French Polynesia to the North Atlantic coast, island paradises have become popular escapes.

Here are our picks for the most spectacular.

Top Picks

7.Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

6.The Seychelles

5.Tahiti, French Polynesia

4.Capri, Italy

3.Mykonos, Greece

2.Eilean Shona, Scotland

1.Nantucket, Massachusetts

Picture(s): Jan Butchofsky-Houser/Corbis |Contributors: Travel Channel |

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