The world’s best islands, according to TripAdvisor including Santorini

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MOST AMAZING ISLANDS ON EARTH

If you’re itching for an island escape but don’t know where to start, check out this list of TripAdvisor’s top 10 must-see islands.

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Abundant wildlife on the Galapagos Islands makes it a Mecca for eco tourists. Visitors are likely to spot sea lions, sea turtles, flamingos and iguanas. Picture: blinkingidiot/Flickr.

Madagascar

A biodiversity hotspot, Madagascar is a nature-lover’s dream destination. A getaway to the world’s fourth-largest island would be the adventure of a lifetime. Picture: Frank.Vassen/Flickr

Anguilla, Caribbean

White, powdery sand, pristine waters and romantic public beaches for swimming and sunbaking. Top it off by dancing the night away to calypso music, and you’ve got the ideal island getaway. Picture: axalady/Flickr.

Easter Island, Chile

This amazing South Pacific island’s isolation has helped protect its 1500-year-old volcanic rock sculptures, which Easter Island is famous for. The unique landscape and uncrowded beaches are worth staying for. Picture: Travelwayoflife/Flickr

Ischia, Italy

The largest island in the Bay of Naples, Ischia is known for its curative spas. Picture: Chiara Marra/Flickr

Ko Phi Phi Don, Thailand

Mostly protected marine park, this pristine island is known for its unspoiled beaches and excellent diving and snorkelling. Picture: mattmangum/Flickr

Sri Lanka

This is an island of tea plantations, gorgeous beaches and ancient cities. Days can easily be filled by scuba diving, visiting an elephant orphanage, exploring the jungles and visiting temples and shrines. Picture: YIM Hafiz/Flickr.

Santorini, Greece

An island in the Aegean Sea, it is the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in recorded history. Santorini is famous for its dramatic views and spectacular sunsets. Picture: sanderovski & linda/Flickr.

Maui, Hawaii

Exquisite beaches to scenic wonders, the second-largest Hawaiian island has a small population and is punctuated with small towns and airy resorts. Picture: rhett maxwell/Flickr.