Islands 2010 Calendar

from the editors of

I s l a n d s m ag a z i n e

the  2010 islands c alendar Yo u r 12- m o n t h Wish L ist f o r t h e N e w Y e a r

wish list: new Ze al and “ n e w z e a l a n d i s a c o f f e e -ta b l e b o o k o f g r e e n p a s t u r e s , t r a c k l e s s b e a c h e s a n d n e w a d v e n t u r e s . ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r J a d D a v e n p o r t

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� WHY NEW ZEALAND: This southwest corner of the Polynesian Triangle offers equal parts adventure, Maori culture and family fun. And this world apart is closer than you think.

� EDITOR’S PICK: The Kaimata eco-retreat on the

South Island’s picturesque Otago Peninsula has great views of the ever-changing Papanui Inlet. Wildlife abounds. kaimatanz.com

� BOOK NOW: Winter in North America means summer in New Zealand. It’s the perfect time to finally see this fantasy land just the way you want. islands.com/newzealand

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wish list: maui “ s u n l i g h t co m e s t h r o u g h t h i s w o r l d i n s h a d e s o f g r e e n .” — ISLANDS e d i t o r - a t - l a r g e Ty S a w y e r

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� WHY MAUI: From world-famous surf breaks to whimsical communities to sweeping views from Haleakala Crater, Maui has an amazing array of attractions, plus rainbows almost daily.

March issue on sale!

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� EDITOR’S PICK: Fairmont Kea Lani’s Hawaiian

Canoe Experience invites guests and non-guests to paddle an outrigger among sea turtles and listen to Hawaiian lore. fairmont.com/kealani

� BOOK NOW: First-class resorts and direct flights

from many U.S. cities make Maui a destination as convenient as it is sublime. New discoveries await. islands.com/maui

w i s h l i s t : br i t i s h v i r g i n i s l a n d s “ S e e i n g t h e BVI ’ s g r e at s c at t e r i n g o f i s l a n d s , y o u w o n d e r , ‘ i s i t b e t t e r o v e r t h e r e ? ’ ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r K e n M c A l p i n e

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� WHY BVI: The British Virgin Islands have fantastic weather almost year-round. They’re known for great sailing amid dozens of “Am I the only one here?” island beaches.

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� EDITOR’S PICK: Hike to Devil’s Bay from the National Park entrance on Virgin Gorda. Approaching the pools through the boulders is even better than boating in. bvinationalparkstrust.org

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Bitter End Yacht Club on Virgin Gorda feels more like a community than a crowd. And it’s the perfect launching point. islands.com/bvi

wish list: japan “ I n o t i c e a c o mm o n e l e m e n t r u n n i n g t h r o u g h n e a r ly e v e r y a s p e c t o f j a p a n e s e l i f e : P e r f e c t i o n i s m . ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r J o e Yo g e r s t

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� WHY JAPAN: Iconic scenery like the peak of Mount Fuji above the trees and rooftops combined with an influential pop culture make Japan an enticing destination.

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� EDITOR’S PICK: Art you can eat? Japan’s kaiseki food tradition takes presentation, local sourcing and seasonality to extremes. Try it at Kyoto’s Kikunoi restaurant. kikunoi.jp/english

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� BOOK NOW: Timeless Japan takes time. Tokyo

alone has numerous districts each worth a week. Find a base like Hotel Seiyo-Ginza and start ­strolling. islands.com/japan

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w i s h l i s t : bor a bor a “A n o d , a s m i l e — a l m o s t l a u g h t e r — r e g i s t e r s o m e t h i n g b e y o n d aw e . T h i s i s r e a l ! ” — ISLANDS e d i t o r - i n - c h i e f E d d y P a t r i c e l l i

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� WHY BORA BORA: Water and weather. The former is too blue to resist diving into. The latter is so consistently pleasant it gets monotonous (but not for months).

� EDITOR’S PICK: Snorkel the coral garden in

Matira lagoon, a city of fish bustling in every size and color. Picnic on a nearby islet with an ­unbeatable view of Mount Otemanu.

� BOOK NOW: Sleep above glass-clear water in a

bungalow on stilts at world-class sites like Pearl Resorts. It’s one of the great experiences of island travel. islands.com/borabora

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wish list: venice “ V e n i c e i s a n e c h o o f i t s e l f, o n e o f f e w c i t i e s i n t h e w o r l d w h e r e y o u c a n h e a r t h e p a s t. ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r E d w a r d R e a d i c k e r - H e n d e r s o n

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� WHY VENICE: The city mesmerizes ­— the maze

of canals, the singing from unseen gondoliers — and then it all comes together. How did they build a city on water? One perfect moment at a time.

� EDITOR’S PICK: Climb the Campanile for a

360-degree view of the city and surrounding islands. Watch the gondolas and hear the orchestras playing in St. Mark’s Square below.

� BOOK NOW: Cross to Giudecca Island and

the Hilton Molino Stucky Venice hotel. From the rooftop pool and bar, take in the grand views of the “Floating City.” islands.com/venice

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wish list: maldive s “ s u n s h i n e h i t s t h e g i n - c l e a r wat e r a n d d a n c e s g e o m e t r i c a l ly o n t h e s a n dy o c e a n f l o o r .” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r A m a n d a J o n e s

wish list: bali “ T h i s i s a n i s l a n d b e s t n av i g at e d b y t h e s e n s e s . ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r M a r y R o a c h

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� WHY BALI: The largely Hindu island in largely

Muslim Indonesia serves up a sensory feast — incense, jungle giving way to beach, gamelan music celebrating the spirit.

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� EDITOR’S PICK: An exquisite man-made

s­ tructure in a stunning natural setting, Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple creates a mood of reverence, no matter your faith.

� BOOK NOW: Bali hotels like the Samaya

Seminyak sometimes feel like temples ­themselves, the seas they sit on like holy water. You’ll believe in Bali. island.com/bali

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wish list: icel and “ y o u ’ l l p a s s s o m a n y ‘ s t o p t h e c a r ! ’ v i s ta s , y o u m ay n o t m a k e i t a l l t h e way h e r e . T r y. ” — ISLANDS f e a t u r e s e d i t o r M a t t h e w M i l l e r

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� WHY ICELAND: From Viking tradition to Vatnajökull glacier, geysers and the northern lights, Europe’s westernmost spot has extraordinary cultural and natural attractions.

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� EDITOR’S PICK: Whatever the outdoor tempera-

ture, enjoy a hot soak (about 100 degrees) in the Blue Lagoon, whose geothermal seawater promises therapy for skin and spirit. bluelagoon.com

� BOOK NOW: Year-round Iceland Rovers runs its

Essential Iceland tour to see glaciers, lava fields, caves and hot springs. Take in this special world. islands.com/iceland

wish list: cur aÇ ao “A s l i c e o f a m s t e r d a m i n c a r i b b e a n t e c h n i c o l o r . ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r R e g i n a S c h r a m b l i n g

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� WHY CURAÇAO: With Dutch-colonial history,

brilliant Caribbean beaches, consistent weather and a rugged desert wilderness, Curaçao has fun, culture and relaxation for all.

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� EDITOR’S PICK: On Friday nights, saddle up for

Equus in Willemstad (off Caracasbaai), a horse stable doubling as a restaurant where beef and chicken roast over open flames.

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� BOOK NOW: Kura Hulanda delivers Curaçao’s

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best, both the hotel near Willemstad’s culture-rich waterfront and the lodge amid cliffs and beaches in the west. islands.com/curacao

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wish list: k auai “ t h e i s l a n d i s 5 5 2 s q u a r e m i l e s o f f a i r y-ta l e l o v e l i n e s s . ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r K e n M c A l p i n e

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� WHY KAUAI: The Garden Isle gushes with g­ reenery. Wild coastlines and bright waterfalls may remind you of dreams you’ve had. Weather is great in the fall, and visitor numbers thin.

� EDITOR’S PICK: Walk the Kalalau trail two miles from Ke‘e Beach to Hanakapi‘ai Beach. It’s tough terrain, but the sights, lights, sounds and smells offer ample rewards all the way. kauaieco-tours.com

� BOOK NOW: The Hanalei Colony Resort and Spa on Kauai’s north shore nestles you in old Hawaii, with beachfront massages and more for a dream escape. islands.com/kauai

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w i s h l i s t : s e yc h e l l e s “ h u g e g r ay b o u l d e r s e m e r g e l i k e p a c h y d e r m s i n s ta r t l i n g c o n t r a s t t o t h e l a p i s s e a . ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r J e f f G r e e n w a l d

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� WHY SEYCHELLES: Remote isles in a far-off ocean, they inspire through their colors ­— granite, green and blue — as well as the unyielding sense you’ve landed somewhere perfect.

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� EDITOR’S PICK: The uninhabited Aldabra

Islands, a large atoll 600 miles southwest of the main Seychelles group, have one of the world’s ­largest populations of giant tortoises.

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� BOOK NOW: The private island resort of Frégate

Island, named for the soaring bird, offers pampering in the guise of simplicity on an Edenesque isle in the Indian Ocean. islands.com/seychelles

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wish list: st. lucia “ I t ’ s a p l a c e w h e r e p e o p l e g o t o b e h a p p y. ” — ISLANDS c o n t r i b u t i n g e d i t o r D a v i d L a n s i n g

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� WHY ST. LUCIA: The iconic twin points of the Pitons mark a Caribbean destination with unmatched resorts, restaurants, beaches, ­adventures and fabulous weather.



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� EDITOR’S PICK: Don’t miss the Friday night fish

fry in Anse La Ray for island-style seafood and loud music. Jump up with the locals, or just crack open a Piton beer and watch.

� BOOK NOW: To spend holidays or anytime

in paradise, check in at Ladera, a small resort with enormous views of the Pitons and the blue Caribbean Sea. islands.com/stlucia

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T h e 2010 Islands C a l en da r Photo credits: Cover Jim Kruger; Poster Chris Neale ; January Robert Churchill; February Jay Braun; March Stefan Radtke; April Craig Hansen; May Marco van Belleghem; June Peter Zelei; July Cristina Ciochina; August Alpha and Omega; September Lya Cattel; October Jim Kruger; November Zhan Tian; December Jim Kruger

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