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    Solomon Islands

    If you're planning an idyllic island vacation for 2013, bypass Fiji's increasingly developed shores for the relatively untouched Solomon Islands before they, too, see a boom in ultra-luxe resorts. Blanketed by jungles and lined with white-sand beaches, the Solomons remain relatively untouched, with dramatic volcanoes and mountains to boot.

    Beneath the cerulean waters lie vibrant coral rings and the wrecks of World War II-era ships and planes, making the islands a popular diving destination.

    Though more tourism operators are beginning to recognize the islands' allure, getting here can be circuitous; with no direct flight to the island's only international airport, domestic flights or boat rides are often necessary to reach your final destination.