5 Remote Islands to visit in Asia

Walking on pure white sands, swimming in turquoise blue water clear enough to see fish around me has always been the dream. I love everything about beaches- the marine life, snorkelling, swimming, getting a tan, sitting by the beach or any sea sport. My island & beach wishlist is endless, here are some of the top contenders for my next vacation:

Raja Ampat Islands – Indonesia:  Aren’t the far out ones always the best? Raja Ampat islands look like heaven on earth. With clear blue waters and marine life that includes corals, manta rays, sea turtles and even sharks Raja Ampat is a dream diving destination.  You can spend your days snorkelling, diving or visiting other islands, and your nights in homestays or diving resorts. A flight away from Bali or Jakarta, Raja Ampat is for serious beach lovers.  Definitely top on my list. 

 

Palawan Islands – Philippines:  An island with a difference, Palawan is not just famous for its diving and marine life, but also for a number of hiking options. Reachable by air from Manila, Palawan is photographed for its limestone cliffs, lagoons and beaches.

 

Phu Quoc – Vietnam: Situated in the Gulf of Thailand Phu Quoc is a 45 minute flight away from Ho Chi Minh. Phu Quoc is a newer discovery which has the potential to become really popular in the next couple of years. Luckily while its still low key, its the perfect island break to dive, swim or cycle.

 

Andaman Islands – India: With marine life and a geographical landscape that looks like no other, and unique sightings like elephants in the sea, the Andamans are unlike any other part of India. With a host of diving schools and resorts, you can spend a week or even a month here and rejuvenate from city life.

 

The Palau Islands – Palau: An island country in the Pacific ocean, Palau is serious diver destination. Reachable by air from Japan or the US, Palau is a difficult but not impossible vacation. Famous for swimming with sharks or visiting (but not swimming in) jellyfish lakes, Palau is not for the faint-hearted. Another top on my list of offbeat beach holidays.