Jamaica, mon! It's where the music is. And where you can spend a laid back time in lush tropical beauty with "no worries!"

And now for a very different kind of island experience. To nature lovers and ecotourists, the wilderness habitat and more than 130 miles of pristine shoreline of Isle Royale are an irresistible lure.

Within the 83,000 square miles of the Aegean Sea, it hosts thousands of islands and islets, less than 100 of which have more than 100 inhabitants. But within those islands they hold thousands of years of history, culture and spectacular natural beauty.

Need a spectacular beach to relax on after too much fun at Carnaval? Love an island where you can really "get back to nature"? Check out Ilha Grande off the coast of Rio de Janeiro.

Do you love islands but don't know how to decide which one to visit? Here are some tips on how to help you choose and ensure your island adventure is the right one for you.

After having spent one and a half years living there very happily, I have always had a special place in my heart for Japan, and most especially for the island of Honshu. Given the recent tragic events on that island I feel impelled to tell people about what a wonderful place it is.

Great Britain - third most populous island in the world - includes the wonders of the city of London as well as the beautiful countrysides and villages of England, Scotland and Wales. So much to do and so little time!

The Galapagos Islands provide some fascinating underwater adventures and some surprising swim partners.

Variety is the spice of life, and the Galapagos Islands offer an astounding variety of species of wildlife and terrains in which they live. It's an amazing eco-adventure!

The Florida Keys - a way to enjoy a "spring break" in Florida without being part of the rollicking college crowds. Enjoy a little eco-tourism instead!