Best islands in the world

5. Ko Tao, Thailand (kasto80 / Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Chicago Tribune

April 21, 2015 3:53 AM PT

TripAdvisor announced its Travelers’ Choice awards for the best islands in the world. Winners were chosen via quantity and quality of reviews and ratings for destinations and attractions gathered over a 12-month period. Take a peek and make some plans.

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Best islands in the world

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