Three “off the beaten path” Caribbean Destinations

Can you guess the most popular Caribbean destinations U.S. travelers?

If you chose: the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and the U.S. territories (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), you’d be right. In fact, during some years, eight of every 10 Americans vacationing in the Caribbean limit their visits to these destinations!

However, if you’ve already visited these spots, why not explore other corners of the Caribbean. Here’s a short list of ”off the beaten path” Caribbean destinations that you should consider:

  • Anguilla: This British territory boasts more than 30 pristine white-sand beaches. You’ll find a much slower, more relaxed pace on this island – the perfect choice for couples trying to escape or busy travelers planning to decompress away from the office. Anguilla offers the extremes in terms of lodging: a handful of ultra-luxury resorts, plus several very basic inns and lodges. Island activities range from diving along Anguilla’s famous coral reefs (it was the first Caribbean destination to enlarge its natural reef system artificially) to playing a round on the 18-hole Greg Norman-designed golf course.
  • Barbados: This easternmost island in the Caribbean offers more nightlife and more tourist activities than Anguilla, but it still retains its West Indies hospitality. The southern and western coasts offer the fancier resorts, while the eastern coast is home to some of the most visited attractions in Barbados (including the Andromeda Botanical Garden and the Barbados Wildlife Reserve). Barbados offers the Caribbean’s best conditions for windsurfing, as well as other water sports like diving. Your clients can even enjoy afternoon tea and watch a cricket match on this island that the locals sometimes call “Little England.”
  • Nevis: This tropical paradise – which actually forms an independent nation with its sister isle St. Kitts – makes the perfect off-the-beaten-path choice if you’re seeking a romantic getaway. It’s especially popular for couples planning a Caribbean wedding or vow renewal ceremony. You can spend the rest of your time exploring the streets of Charlestown (lined with hip-roofed buildings dating back to the colonial era) and nearby sugar plantations. Guests seeking more active pursuits can hike in the rain forest or make the day-long climb to the top of Nevis Peak.

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