Seychelles

Bordered by Africa on one side and Asia on the other, the Indian Ocean is a vast swathe of brilliant blue, and it’s scattered with some of the most exotic and beautiful islands in the world. Yes, it’s a long way to go, and from the East Coast you’re likely to be on an airplane for more than 20 hours and will have to change at least once. But when you step off that plane… crystal-clear waters, white-sand beaches, and almost year-round sunshine await. These tropical islands have well-established tourist infrastructures and English is spoken most places, so there’s no need to download that translation app – just find the perfect beach and order a long, cool drink.