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<figure id="attachment_142462" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-142462" style="width: 1200px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-142462 size-full" src="https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/Bali.jpg" alt="The view of Ulun Danu Beratan Temple in Bali." width="1200" height="800" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-142462" class="wp-caption-text">The iconic lakeside shrines at Ulun Danu Beratan Temple in Bali.</figcaption></figure>
There’s something undeniably magical about islands—their secluded beaches, lush landscapes, and the sense of escape they offer. The annual DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards (RCA) celebrates the islands that have captured travelers’ hearts with their breathtaking beauty and unforgettable experiences.
<a href="https://destinasian.com/readers-choice-awards/2025-winners/best-islands/bali-indonesia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bali</a> has once again claimed the number one spot. Indonesia’s Island of the Gods is where deep spirituality meets stunning natural scenery, from emerald rice terraces to world-class surf breaks. In second place, the <a href="https://destinasian.com/category/maldives" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Maldives</a> continues to enchant with its overwater villas and turquoise lagoons. Boracay rounds out the top three, its powdery white sands and lively beach scene securing its place as the Philippines’ top island retreat.
Other beloved island escapes include <a href="https://destinasian.com/category/thailand/phuket" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Phuket</a>, Phu Quoc, Palawan, Koh Samui, Langkawi, Penang, and <a href="https://destinasian.com/editorial/circumnavigating-lombok-in-a-kayak" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lombok</a>. From tropical hideaways to vibrant beach and nightlife destinations, these islands promise experiences that linger long after the journey ends.
Discover the full list of <a href="https://destinasian.com/readers-choice-awards/2025-winners">2025 DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards</a>.

A photograph of the view of Ulun Danu Beratan Temple in Bali.

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