Pirates never would have dreamed of the Scrub Island of today.  As legend goes, Scrub Island, was a destination for pirates seeking some down time from pillaging and scraping barnacles from the bottom of their sailing ships. Today, the island, aptly named, was transformed to a tranquil private oasis ten years ago. One of th...

Resort islands have an enticing lure, especially if it's a sun-drenched peaceful destination and just a two-hour getaway from bustling New York City. Singer Island is just the place to unwind and relax. Located across the inlet at the north end of Palm Beach is Singer Island, rimmed with motels and high-rises. At the north end is Palm Beach Marriot...

Only 90 miles from Cuba, Key West is as close as you'll get to a Margaritaville state of mind. This town at the southernmost tip of the U.S. has a personality of its own. Barely a trace of hurricane damage, but there is an abundance of island sounds and smells and plenty of sunshine at the southern most tip of the US. Only 90 miles from C...