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The Hawaiian Islands are some of the best-known vacation "spots" (destinations) in the United States. However, there are also many island vacation spots in the southern United States, too, although they are less well known. Some are romantic, others are historical, and still others are simply fun to visit.

People often go the Florida Keys, which are a group of about 1,700 islands off the "tip" (end) of the "peninsula" (a long, narrow piece of land that extends into the water). Many of those islands are popular vacation spots, offering "natural attractions" (interesting things to look at in nature), shopping, and other things, depending on what the visitor is interested in.

Amelia Island is near the border between the states of Georgia and Florida. It has a fascinating history and many "bed and breakfasts" (a small hotel in someone's home, where breakfast is served by and eaten with the owner) where tourists can "stay" (sleep overnight) while exploring the island during the day.

The State of Texas also has some interesting island vacation spots. The sandy beaches and warm weather "attract" (bring) many "sunbathers" (people who like to sit or lay in the sun to get a tan) in the spring and summer, especially on Mustang Island, Padre Island, and South Padre Island.

The islands "off of" (near) North Carolina and South Carolina are also beautiful and interesting to visit, but tourists generally shouldn't go there during "hurricane season" (the time of year when there are many storms with very fast, destructive winds), or they may get "caught" (involved unexpectedly) in a dangerous