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White-sand beaches, gently swaying palm trees, azure waters and tropical cocktails a-plenty: the Caribbean is home to an eye-watering number of world-best beaches, resorts and natural landscapes across approximately 7,000 islands. Whether you’re looking for beachfront bliss in Barbados or adventure at the cliffside ruins of Tulum on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, there’s something for everyone in this beloved and balmy region.
The best time to book a trip to the Caribbean is in the long dry season from December to May, when you can expect blue skies and warm weather. The rainy season, typically from June to November, can bring heavy rainfall and tropical storms, so it’s best to stick to the dry months with weather at its best from around February to May. Regardless of when you choose to visit, it’s important to remember that the wide stretch of the Caribbean Sea means conditions can vary from island to island, so make sure to research ahead of time.
Where you choose to land in the Caribbean will depend on your travel style. Honeymooners and couples seeking a romantic backdrop for their tropical escape are well served with a stay on the beautiful beaches of Anguilla or at the foot of the dramatic mountains of Saint Lucia. For those looking for adventure, Belize boasts world-class diving and snorkelling, while Dominica has some truly showstopping trail hikes to offer. For a dose of colourful Caribbean culture, look to the shores of Jamaica for music and camaraderie, or head south to the Caribbean’s most southerly nation on a trip to Trinidad and Tobago to sample famously flavourful and diverse cuisines. Grenada boasts spectacular natural beauty, while the Dominican Republic and Cuba have some of the most vibrant nightlife around, thanks in part to their thriving dance heritage.
Luxury travellers will have no trouble finding top-tier stays across the Caribbean, from beachy and elegant Cayo Levantado Resort in the Dominican Republic to the classic tranquillity of Hermitage Bay in Antigua. Travellers to Jamaica can have it all at breezy Zoëtry Montego Bay Resort in Jamaica, while Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is a favourite with couples visiting Saint Lucia. Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic has some of the Caribbean’s best all-inclusive resort offerings, ranging from the comfortable to the ultra-luxurious – and all set among some of the most jaw-dropping beaches and mesmerising waters in the region.
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