landed the boat on a tiny islet that we had all to ourselves
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Guests can also jet off to the private islet of Motu Tapu for a picnic in the water.—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 19 June 2025 The latest incursion started before dawn on Friday, when two Chinese Coast Guard ships entered territorial waters around the islet of Minamikojima, apparently chasing a much smaller Japanese fishing boat.—David Pierson, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025 The park is the first in the area and was designated to protect the region's wildlife, coastal habitats, and more than 60 islands and islets.—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2025 Paddling a kayak through narrow waterways, snorkeling on coral reefs, enjoying a secluded picnic in one of the islets, learning about traditional Polynesian palm weaving are all activities that slow down guests to the tranquil rhythm of island life.—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for islet
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