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Fasta Åland, Finland
Fasta Åland, Finland: Fasta Åland is the largest island in this archipelago and home to Mariehamn, the administrative capital of the Åland Islands.
Schiermonnikoog, the Netherlands
Schiermonnikoog, the Netherlands: Schiermonnikoog in the West Frisian Islands is home to about 950 people — perfect for a peaceful getaway.
Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland: There are more puffins than people here, but human visitors — especially birdwatchers –are richly rewarded.
Flores Island, Azores, Portugal
Flores Island, Azores, Portugal: Spectacular Flores is one of the most remote islands in an already remote archipelago.
Naustholmen, Norway
Naustholmen, Norway: This private island, owned by a Norwegian adventurer, hosts visitors for a range of outdoor experiences.
Isle of Tiree, Scotland
Isle of Tiree, Scotland: Tiree is known for its mild climate, clean air and beautiful white sand beaches. It also hosts an annual music festival in July.
Berlengas Archipelago, Portugal
Berlengas archipelago, Portugal: About six miles off the coast from Peniche, the Berlengas archipelago is an excellent scuba diving destination.
Alicudi, Sicily, Italy
Alicudi, Sicily, Italy: Wild and rugged, Aliduci is the least inhabited of the seven islands in the Aeolian chain off Sicily’s northern coast.
Skyros, Greece
Skyros, Greece: For a more isolated experience in the Greek islands, set your sights north in the Aegean Sea to the island of Skyros in the Sporades chain.
Rathlin Island, Northern Ireland
Rathlin Island, Northern Ireland: Rathlin Island off the coast of Northern Ireland is home to only about 150 residents and thousands of nesting birds.
