Nothing signifies getting away from it all quite like an island visit. Whether it requires a five-hour ferry ride or a quick trip over a causeway, the very act of separating from the mainland is also a separation from the everyday and an invitation to explore. We’ve gathered together our favorites—both
classic destinations and little-known treasures—in the continental U.S. and Canada (plus a few in Europe for good measure). All offer the possibility of an idyllic summer retreat distinguished by natural beauty, alluring beaches, historic charm, and above all, the chance to recharge.
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$649+: 7-Night Canada/New England Cruise on Celebrity Summit Celebrity Cruises
$1599+: 12-Nt Fall Cruise to Naples, Capri, Athens & More Cruise Web
$339+: 5-nt New England Cruise from NYC to Saint John Carnival
$319+: 5-Nt cruise from N.Y. to Halifax & New Brunswick Carnival
$219+: New England & Canada Cruise 4 Nts on Carnival Glory Carnival
$249+: 3-Night Pacific Coast Cruise w/Up to $700 in Coupons Holland America Line
$799+: Alaska Cruise 7 Nights w/Upgrades Available Royal Caribbean
$219+: Quick 4-Nt Spring Cruise from NYC to New Brunswick Carnival
$749+: 7-Nt Alaska Cruise to/from Seattle on Celebrity Celebrity
$999+: 12-Nt Alaska Cruise w/Prepaid Tips & $100 Credit Cruise.Com
$449+: 7-Night Alaska Cruise to Vancouver w/Prepaid Tips Cruise.Com
$299+: 4-Nt Pacific Cruise from San Diego to Vancouver Travelocity
$329+: 7-Nt Cruise from L.A. to Vancouver Save 60% Travelocity
$127+: All-Suite Downtown Vancouver Hotel w/Comedy Club Century Plaza Hotel & Spa
$270+: Vancouver, B.C., Lakefront Resort, Up to 25% Off Sunshine Coast Resort Hotel & Marina
$306+: St. John Luxry Resort & Villas w/ Private Beach BookIt.com
$98+: British Columbia Mountain Resort w/Third Night Free The Prestige Mountain Resort & Conference Centre
$78+: Save 35% on Room Rates at British Columbia Resort The Prestige Hotel & Conference Centre
$247+: Whistler, B.C., Mountain Condo Rentals, Save 20% Legends Whistler
$263+: Luxury Whistler 1- & 2-Bedroom Rentals, Save 20% Evolution Whistler
$112+: Vancouver Luxury Vacation Rental w/25% savings True Key Resorts
$200+: Vancouver Resort w/Lodging, Dinner for Two & Champagne Pacific Inn Resort & Conference Centre
$305+: Luxury Rentals in Whistler, B.C. w/15% Savings First Tracks Lodge
$96+: 4-Nt Stay at Sun Peaks, B.C. & 2 Adult Lift Tix Hearthstone Lodge
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