AN Island in the Caribbean has been likened to the Maldives - and it's just a few hours to Miami.
Palm Island is a tiny island in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
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It is home to just one hotel - the Palm Island Resort & Spa - and five beaches.
The island was originally called Prune Island before the hotel was bought out in 1999.
You can only get there by boat, so you will have to take a three hour flight from Miami to Barbados, followed by a short plane ride and 10-minute boat trip.
It is certainly quicker than a trip to the Maldives which can take more than 20 hours by plane.
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On the 135-acre island are 45 rooms and suites, as well as three villas you can rent.
All of them have a private balcony or patio area, while some have pool views.
There are also two restaurants on the island - the Royal Palm and the Sunset Grill & Bar.
You won't get bored either as there is a gym and swimming pool, as well as loads of water activities such as snorkelling and kayaking.
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There are also day trips, such as sunset sailing tours.
Many have called it the "Maldives of the Caribbean" due to its crystal clear waters and overwater swings.
However, you will have to start saving - rooms on the island start from $3,000 a night.
If you fancy a different Caribbean holiday, American Airlines is launching new direct flights from Miami to the British Virgin Islands this year.
Other Maldives style villas can be found in Egypt for a bargain.
Or head to the island of Crete in Greece for overwater hotel rooms overlooking the lagoon.
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