America is a vast and beautiful country full of hideaways and secret islands that you couldn’t believe existed. If you need a genuinely isolated vacation and don’t mind a short trip on a private plane, here are the top choices! Just don’t fall too in love, or you’ll stop searching for Los Angeles homes for sale and start digging for private islands to buy.
Telluride, Colorado
When most people think of flying by private planes to go to a vacation spot, they think of the ocean’s tropical islands. Colorado will surprise you. Telluride, Colorado, is a ski capital for most people who want to ride the slopes. Tucked away in a box canyon, this town used to be a mining spot until the mines dried up.
It’s not a sem-resort town where you can live out your wintery dreams.
Because of its isolated location, many people private jet in to enjoy this resort that’s been ranked the #1 ski resort in North America. There are multiple ways to enjoy this small town, including great food and fun- don’t let the snow keep you inside!
Admiralty Island, Alaska
If snow and ice are the only things that come to mind when you think of Alaska- Admiralty Island will surprise you. This gorgeously green island is kept cool in the summer months, hitting sixty to seventy degrees on average. Although this may scare away some, it’s a great temperature to get outside and move around.
You can hike, bike, climb mountains, and enjoy the outdoors without worrying about overheating. The winters do get down to twenty to thirty degrees, but compared to the rest of Alaska, that’s a toasty winter. It’s perfectly placed to let you enjoy the most of every season while also getting to soak in the world’s most beautiful green views.
Locals are fun, adventurous, outdoorsy people who take real pride in their beautiful island. Before long, you’ll want to join in as a local as well!
Kauai, Hawaii
Nicknamed “The Garden Isle,” this island is the oldest and most Northern part of the Hawaiian Islands, and also the most beautiful of them. Coated in thick, lush, greenery, and vibrant wildlife, this getaway is the perfect isolated retreat. Although there are, of course, towns on the island- there’s also endless untouched greenery that will stay that way for years to come.
The locals are kind and energetic and happy to take an adventure.
Top fun vacation things to do are enjoy biking, hiking, and boating around the island. Scuba lessons, cooking lessons, and general life lessons can be learned on one of the world’s most beautiful islands.
The next time you’re dying to get away to your paradise slice and don’t mind a short flight, these islands may be the place to go. They may not have the bright lights and noise of California or the incredible food and people of Los Angeles, but they have some of the most beautiful scenery and people you’ll ever see.
