10 islands where celebrities love to vacation

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Did the billion-dollar Powerball jackpot have you dreaming of what you would do with that money? Us too. As typical travel enthusiasts, we imagined (re)visiting the hundreds of luxe island properties on our site that are typically frequented by celebrities and others with deep pockets. (Trust us, when we went, it was in the name of "work.")

But if you're saving up for a celebrity-approved resort -- or just want an inside look at the stunning destinations where the rich and famous relax -- we found 10 island getaways where you can vacation like a star. 

 

Hotel Guanahani & Spa, St. Barts

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St. Barts has been a favorite destination of the rich and famous for a while, with celebs like Jimmy Buffet and Steve Martin even owning property on the island. Hotel Guanahani is a beautiful resort on the northeast side of St. Barts that attracts well-heeled guests and celebrities (Bethenny Frankel came here for her honeymoon). The hotel offers 75 rooms and separate cottages, all of which feature terraces, colorful, beachy decor, and modern amenities such as large flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and free Wi-Fi. The extensive amenities include a pool, two kids' clubs, tennis courts, several delicious dining options, and a top-notch spa, ensuring that there's plenty to keep both couples and families happy -- though the hotel does tend to attract more couples. The beach has numerous activities, but is relatively small, so many guests take day trips to the nearby beaches.

One&Only Ocean Club, Bahamas

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Just 50 miles off the coast of Florida, the Bahamas is a year-round destination thanks to its warm weather, world-class scuba diving, and friendly locals. The best place to stay is the appropriately named One&Only, as there’s nothing quite like it in the Bahamas. The 106 rooms and suites, split into two sections, are luxurious, though those in the newer Crescent Wing are a bit more modern and stylish. Expansive manicured grounds have two outdoor pools, a romantic garden and statuary modeled after Versailles (a dream for weddings), and the endless stretch of white-sand beach and turquoise waves. Health and wellness nuts are spoilt for choice with daily yoga, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, an indoor/outdoor fitness center, and a Balinese-style spa with private villas. After a day in the sun, guests return to the room to find champagne and strawberries waiting, and many choose to begin their evening with sunset drinks at Jean-George's Dune restaurant.

CuisinArt Resort & Spa, Anguilla

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Anguilla is a favorite destination of celebrities, like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, and the five-pearl CuisinArt Resort & Spa will certainly make you feel like a star. One of the best-known resorts in Anguilla, it's a sprawling beachfront property dotted by white, Grecian-like buildings. It features numerous amenities, from an extensive spa to the only golf course on the island, but the real standout here (not surprisingly given its CuisinArt ownership) is the food; several on-site restaurants offer gourmet meals with a focus on fresh ingredients from the resort's hydroponic farm, and guests can nosh on Japanese, Italian, or Mediterranean fare. Though the hotel exudes an upscale vibe throughout, rooms don't quite live up to its status. But they're modern and at least partial ocean views can be seen from each of the 93 rooms. 

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