Check out the 10 best islands in the world as of 2017

The ranking is based on the results of a reader survey, in which participants rate their travel experiences. This year, the list includes three islands in the US, (Hilton Head, South Carolina, and Maui and Kauai, Hawaii) and two in the Philippines (Palawan and Boracay).

Keep reading to see the 10 best islands in the world, according to travelers.

10. Bali, Indonesia

Aside from relaxing on its gorgeous beaches, visitors can explore Bali's rich history and culture.

  There is no other place like Bali. The Island of the Gods offers great beaches, countless waves for surfing and wonderful natural sites to visit and explore, colorful ceremonies, and gifted artists. There is an unbelievably wide range of hotels and accommodation, restaurants , spas and world-class activities and shopping - all within close distance and at very fair prices. Choose from basic home-stays run by friendly Balinese families, and 5star beach resorts or luxurious, privately-serviced Bali Villas with your private pool. 

9. Hvar and the Dalmatian Islands, Croatia

Hvar's red-roofed homes overlooking the Adriatic give the island a classic Mediterranean feel

 Hvar town on this beautiful island is free of cars and offers lovely strolls and park areas. Great for people watching. It is an island of mostly young people and although it is a celebration setting, it is relatively quiet. - @15ann250

8. Ischia, Italy

Located in the Gulf of Naples, Ischia is a volcanic island known for its thermal hot springs.

 The volcanic outcrop of Ischia is the most developed and largest of the islands in the Bay of Naples. It's an intriguing concoction of sprawling spa towns, abundant gardens, buried necropolises and spectacular scenery, with forests, vineyards and picturesque small towns. 

7. Kauai, Hawaii

Kauai is known as "Hawaii's island of discovery."

 The oldest and northernmost island in the Hawaiian chain is draped in emerald valleys, sharp mountain spires and jagged cliffs aged by time and the elements. Centuries of growth have formed tropical rainforests, forking rivers and cascading waterfalls. 

6. Maui, Hawaii

One of the famous black sand beaches on the island of Maui.

Maui, known also as “The Valley Isle,” is the second largest Hawaiian island. The island beloved for its world-famous beaches, the sacred Iao Valley, views of migrating humpback whales (during winter months), farm-to-table cuisine and the magnificent sunrise and sunset from Haleakala.

5. Santorini, Greece

Santorini is famous for its whitewashed, cliffside homes.

Venture into Santorini’s seaside treasures and enjoy deep blue waters and beaches with white, red or black sand or volcanic pebbles, spectacular rock formations and impressive lunar landscapes.

4. Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

Sea lions on Punta Carola beach in the Galápagos Islands.

The Galapagos Islands are a bucket-list destination for good reason: Thanks to a lack of natural predators, friendly wildlife such as playful sea lions and gigantic sea tortoises let visitors get up close and personal.

3. Boracay Island, Philippines

Boracay is only 4.5 miles long, but it has no shortage of white sand beaches.

Boracay Island in the Philippines is paradise for certified beach and sun-worshippers around the world. Hailed by Yahoo Travel and BMW Tropical Beach Handbook as one of the world's best beaches, Boracay continues to entice beach loving tourists to its sun bleached shores of powder-soft white sands that never get hot even in the afternoon sun. 

2. Hilton Head, South Carolina

With 12 miles of beaches, 24 golf courses, and 350 tennis courts, Hilton Head is a resort lover's dream.

Hilton Head is America’s favorite island, offering 12 miles of pristine beaches and everything you need for the ultimate retreat. Enjoy easy days relaxing in the sun, sand and surf on some of the best beaches in the country. 

1. Palawan, Philippines

Palawan was named not only Travel + Leisure's top island in Asia, but also the top overall island for 2017.

Palawan Island Philippines is the largest island. The island is half desert, so still undeveloped. You can enjoy the jungle, mountains, and white beaches. Palawan Island has been rated by National Geographic Traveler magazine as best Southeast Asia region in 2007, and the 13th best island in the world! Isthe most biodiverse islands in the Philippines. Palawan is an archipelago with 1,780 islands on the western part. Due to amazing  landscapes and high bio-diversity, Palawan island is known as “The Last Ecological Frontier of the Philippines”. 

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