The 30th of August is National Beach Day. To mark the occasion, the team at ShowerstoYou have discovered the most Instagrammable islands worldwide by researching how many hashtags each location had on the popular social media platform.
If you want to head a little further afield on your next caravanning adventure, consider planning a trip to one of these idyllic locations. If you do – we guarantee you’ll be the envy of all your social media followers.
Accumulating an incredible 76,086,685 hashtags, Bali secured first place as the most Instagram-worthy island in the world. With plenty of places to rent a campervan and numerous campsites dotted around the island, Bali makes a beautiful touring destination.
Second place goes to Sicily, the historical island just off the boot of Italy. Home to a number of active volcanoes, Greek temples and exquisite beaches, Sicily is a must for anyone’s travel bucket list. There are pitching spots located throughout the island, so planning a route is straightforward.
Coming in third place is Jamaica, the Caribbean island home to mountains, lush rainforests and reef-lined coast. If you want to enjoy the sun, sand and sea (and show off about it to all your followers), hop in a caravan and discover all that this island has to offer.
Next up is Sri Lanka, an island country located in south Asia. Known for its beach resorts, national parks, wildlife and, of course, tea – Sri Lanka is undoubtedly one of the most Instagrammable locations in the world. Explore in your leisure vehicle to discover all of its hidden gems.
In fifth place – and a little closer to home – is Mallorca in Spain’s Balearic Islands. Here you can explore sandy beaches, limestone cliffs and Moorish and Roman ruins. If you’re seeking a memorable touring destination with plenty of picturesque views and hiking routes along the way, head to Mallorca on your next road trip.
Other notable spots that made the list include the Maldives, Sardinia in Italy, Santorini and Crete in Greece and Portugal’s Madeira.
Martin Smith, the owner of ShowertoYou, commented on why he thinks island destinations are an increasingly popular choice for travellers:
“A vacation on an island provides people with the perfect opportunity for a fun adventure like scuba-diving or snorkelling, allowing them to explore the beauty of the oceans. Another great aspect of an island holiday is that due to most islands’ tropical locations, lovely weather is almost certainly guaranteed. And last but not least, booking an island trip means that people will be able to admire astonishing landscapes that can be found nowhere else, making their stay unforgettable.”
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