The US has thousands of islands, and you don't need a passport to feel like you've left the country. From the volcanic shores of Hawaii to tiny coastal inlets that locals have quietly loved for generations, these are the perfect places to slow down and take a break without planning a major overseas trip.

On these islands, the roads are narrower, the pace is slower, and the mainland starts to feel very far away very quickly. The catch is that island stays can be expensive, which is exactly why we picked the best Airbnb on each one to help stretch your budget.

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