This country is 99% water. But the 1% is paradise
Archipelago A Go-Go
It was a somber week in tourism as five explorers were lost in the “catastrophic implosion” of a Titanic-bound submersible. The disaster marks another chapter in the shipwreck’s tragic history. The week also brought news of the world’s best restaurants, the rise of luggage trackers and the post office at the end of the world.
If you want a 360-degree coastline, an island is the way to go. And if you want a whole heap of coastlines, then an archipelago has the most bang for your buck.
The Maldives, for example, is made up more than 1,000 islands spread over 90,000 square kilometers, making it 99% water. CROSSROADS Maldives is the country’s first multi-island leisure and lifestyle destination, so you can enjoy those endless white sand beaches as well as a wide range of dining and cultural experiences.
In the States, the Florida Keys are known for big-hitters Key West and Key Largo, but the town of Marathon, spread over a dozen little islands in the Middle Keys, is emerging as the hot new place to be. Get there before everyone else does.
Our third top tip is Amami Oshima, Japan’s subtropical island paradise that was made a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2021. Life moves at a slower pace in this eight-island wonderland with lush rainforests and coral-strewn waters all teeming with wildlife. You’ll treasure every second.
For incredible fine-dining experiences, there’s one city you need to visit: Lima. That’s according to the World’s 50 Best Restaurants awards, which were announced Tuesday. The Peruvian capital took the No. 1 title and earned more slots in the top 50 than any other city.
Archipelago A Go-Go It was a somber week in tourism as five explorers were lost in the “catastrophic implosion” of a Titanic-bound submersible. The disaster marks another chapter in the shipwreck’s tragic history. The week also brought news of the world’s best restaurants, the rise of luggage trackers and the post office at the end of the world.…