3 Islands You Probably Haven’t Heard Of (But Should Visit Now)

1. Vieques, Puerto Rico
Surrounded by the emerald sea just a few miles southeast of mainland Puerto Rico is this tiny island (three to six miles wide by 21 miles long) known for stretches of beautiful empty beaches, sketchy cell service, and a laid-back vibe that’s reminiscent of St Barth’s or Tulum 20 years ago. There’s not much to do in Vieques, and that’s exactly the point. You go here not to ogle celebrity yachts and party on the beach but to really unwind.
2. Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
Located between Vancouver and Vancouver Island, Salt Spring is a Gulf Island favorite with locals who make the Georgia Strait crossing to spend weekends kayaking, drinking at breweries, shopping at the farmers’ market, and visiting vineyards. There’s a hippie vibe about the island thanks to residents who have turned canvases, dried herbs, homemade pies, and crocheted hats into a way of life.
3. Lummi Island, Washington
Located in the same archipelago as Canada’s Gulf Islands, this 10-mile long San Juan island got on the map thanks to a young chef from Olympia, Washington who brought a bit of Noma to the Pacific Northwest. There’s much to do on Lummi Island, including hiking and mushroom foraging in the forest, whale watching, and kayaking. Check in at Willows Inn, originally built in 1910 and refurbished by a local fisherman in 2001.
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