Tropical vacation spots
Crossword Answer — July 22, 2026
Think of sunny places surrounded by water where you can relax! 🌴
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LA Times Mini Crossword
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
By Elizabeth C. Gorski
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Crossword clues, hints, and answers
Across
- 1. "Aw, gee!" — Answer: DARN. Hint: It's a common expression for when things don't go as planned! 😅
- 5. Examine covetously — Answer: EYEUP. Hint: You might do this when you really want something shiny! 👀
- 7. Future sunflowers — Answer: SEEDS. Hint: These little packages hold the potential for bright blooms ahead! 🌻
- 8. Tropical vacation spots — Answer: ISLES. Hint: Think of sunny places surrounded by water where you can relax! 🌴
- 9. Aviation's Concorde, in brief — Answer: SST. Hint: Think of the speedy jets that take to the skies in less than an hour! ✈️
Down
- 1. South Asian living abroad — Answer: DESI. Hint: Think of a term used to describe those who carry a piece of their homeland wherever they go! 🌍
- 2. Votes of support — Answer: AYES. Hint: When you're in favor of something, you might express your agreement in a cheerful way! 👍
- 3. Reacts to a shock — Answer: REELS. Hint: Think about how someone might respond to a surprising event! 🤯
- 4. Some Renoir subjects — Answer: NUDES. Hint: Think about art that celebrates the beauty of the human form! 🎨
- 6. Low-volume "Hey!" — Answer: PSST. Hint: It's a sneaky way to grab someone's attention! 🤫
The answer to “Tropical vacation spots” in the LA Times Mini crossword is ISLES — a 5-letter word. This clue ran in the LA Times Mini on July 22, 2026 (8-Across), and if it's the last square standing between you and a finished grid, that's the word you need. Below you'll find why it fits, plus every other clue and answer from that day's puzzle in case more than one square has you stuck.
“Tropical vacation spots” answer
ISLES (5 letters)
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Why the answer is ISLES
Think of sunny places surrounded by water where you can relax! 🌴
More LA Times Mini answers for July 22, 2026
Stuck on more than one square? Here's every other clue from the LA Times Mini on July 22, 2026 — tap any clue for its answer and explanation.
Across
- 1. "Aw, gee!" → DARN
- 5. Examine covetously → EYEUP
- 7. Future sunflowers → SEEDS
- 8. Tropical vacation spots → ISLES
- 9. Aviation's Concorde, in brief → SST
Down
- 1. South Asian living abroad → DESI
- 2. Votes of support → AYES
- 3. Reacts to a shock → REELS
- 4. Some Renoir subjects → NUDES
- 6. Low-volume "Hey!" → PSST
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About the LA Times Mini Crossword
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Tropical vacation spots”?
The answer is ISLES, a 5-letter word. It appeared in the LA Times Mini crossword on July 22, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Tropical vacation spots”?
5 letters: ISLES.
Where did this clue appear?
In the LA Times Mini crossword on July 22, 2026, at 8-Across.
Where can I find the rest of today's LA Times Mini answers?
Every clue and answer from that day's puzzle is linked above, and the full grid is on the LA Times Mini answers page.