"An uninhabited islet off the island's eastern coast known for its pristine beaches (not reached by regular ferries), where visitors must take a water taxi or private charter to access sights such as Tortuga Beach, a nesting site for sea turtles. Despite its small size, the islet's clear waters and nesting beaches make it one of the most rewarding nearby destinations." - Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual travel writer, editor, and content marketer. She is an expert on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, as she lived and worked in four different countries in that region. Carley founded the digital travel publications Loosely Local and Home to Havana. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines