: an airplane designed to take off from and land on the water
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The main way to reach the beach is by boat or seaplane, according to the study, but travelers shouldn't expect to find restaurants, bars, or beach clubs.
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Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
The only way to arrive is by boat or seaplane.
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Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
7 June 2026
Guests can reach the 71-villa resort by seaplane or through Dharavandhoo Airport.
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Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
In the Bahamas, Tiamo Resort is reachable only by boat or seaplane.
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Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
16 May 2026
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Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
The only way to arrive is by boat or seaplane.
—
Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
7 June 2026
Guests can reach the 71-villa resort by seaplane or through Dharavandhoo Airport.
—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
In the Bahamas, Tiamo Resort is reachable only by boat or seaplane.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
16 May 2026
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“Seaplane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seaplane. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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seaplane
noun
sea·plane
ˈsē-ˌplān 
: an airplane designed to take off from and land on the water
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