7 Remote Islands Around the World Far Removed From the Tourist Trail

The thing about being a tourist is... other tourists are usually there too. If you’re really trying to get away from it all, you’ll have to venture off the beaten path. Luckily, we’ve done the legwork for you and rounded up the most remote islands where you can live out your introvert dreams in peace. Sure, they might be a little tricky to reach, but once you're there, you won’t be fighting anyone for a spot to lay your towel.

Here are the farthest-flung islands you can escape to.

📍Where to Go

Featured destinations handpicked by our team here at Matador Network.

This Road Trip Takes You to Every National Park in the Contiguous US

Outdoor

Uncover new ways to explore your world.

The Most Competitive US Hiking Permits: The Wave, Arizona and Utah

The incredibly popular Wave trail on the Arizona-Utah border is a surreal sandstone formation beloved by hikers for its wave-like patterns in hues of rust, umber, and sienna. There’s no official trail, so some wayfinding skills are required — along with one of the hardest permits to get.

These 3 Epic Rio de Janeiro Hikes Are Worth Your Extra Vacation Time

In just two days, you can hit all three of these super-convenient Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City) jungle trails.

In Greenland, Kayak Between Icebergs to Reach an Ancient Glacier

Navigate icebergs through icy fjords off the coast of the world’s largest island.

This Under-the-Radar Surf Camp Is the Coolest Place to Learn to Surf in Jamaica

You won’t see Jamaica on many lists of top surfing destinations, but it’s an ideal spot for beginners thanks to its gentle waves and year-round warm water.

13 Luxury Outdoor Hotels With Otherworldly Stargazing Experiences

With a focus on the outdoors, these aren’t just some of the best resorts in the US, they also offer some of the top dark sky experiences in the country.

📍Where to Stay

Epic stays in our favorite places.

EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH MATADOR

FOLLOW US HERE