Many people consider a trip to the islands of the Caribbean to be a dream vacation. Its beautiful beaches with clear blue waters, breathtaking scenery, and luxury resorts make the Caribbean a top destination for honeymoons and romantic getaways. But couples travelling with children should not overlook the Caribbean. The islands offer plenty for kids to see and experience, while a Caribbean vacation is truly something that both children and adults will remember for a lifetime. Here are the best Caribbean islands for a family vacation.


1. Aruba

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Aruba has been a top destination for family fun in the Caribbean for decades. Beaches such as Arashi and Baby Beach contain shallow water, perfect for wading and swimming with little ones, while Mango Halto and Boca Catalina offer snorkeling for the whole family. On land, visitors can enjoy many animal attractions such as the Butterfly Farm, Ostrich Farm, and Donkey Sanctuary. They can also learn about the history and industry of Aruba at museums such as the Aloe Factory and Museum and the Archeological Museum of Aruba. Many local hotels offer special deals on attractions for families staying with them.


2. The Bahamas

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The islands of the Bahamas offer family fun both on and off land. Beautiful white beaches with crystal-clear blue water provide guests with the chance to go swimming, paddleboarding, snorkeling, boating, fishing, and more. Many local outfits offer land, beach, and water tours, giving guests the opportunity to view sea life, iguanas, dolphins, birds, and more in the wild. Plant preserves, museums, shopping, and restaurants can be found all across the islands. In addition, caves abound in the Bahamas. Indian Hole Point, Bolling Hole, and Ten Bay are all popular local caves that can be toured by visitors.


3. Bonaire

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Located in the southern Caribbean, about 100 miles from the coast of Venezuela, Bonaire Island is a Netherlands municipality with a magnificent coast surrounded by healthy coral reefs and is part of Bonaire National Marine Park. The rich marine life supported by healthy reefs attracts numerous scuba divers to this underwater paradise. The island’s inland is as rich in plant and animal species, caverns, lagoons, and beaches, all protected within huge Washington Slagbaai National Park. Windsurfing and birdwatching are very popular on this coral island, while the flamingos in flight are a favorite with nature photographers. Great diving and snorkeling, magnificent white sandy beaches, and a perfect climate safe from hurricanes make Bonaire one of the best Caribbean tourist destinations. Check into the beautiful Harbour Village Beach Club, the only five-star resort in Bonaire.



4. Family Vacations in the Caribbean: Dominican Republic

Family Vacations in the Caribbean: Dominican Republic
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The warm, friendly people of Dominican Republic have made it a top family-friendly tourist destination for decades. The island’s nine different ecosystems ensure that families can experience a wide variety of landscapes, plants, and animals. Beaches, freshwater lagoons, mangroves, and tropical scrub forests can all be found here. All-inclusive beach resorts such as Puta Cana Resort and Eden Roc Cap Cana provide luxurious accommodations and activities for kids such as swimming, kayaking, boogie-boarding, and snorkeling. An adventure park containing a zip line, buggies, animals, and hiking trails is also on the Eden Roc property.


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5. Cayman Islands

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The Cayman Islands are alive with history, culture, and spirit. The Caymans are often called “the culinary capital of the Caribbean.” The island contains over 200 restaurants, encompassing everything from gourmet 5-star dining to simple meals of fresh, locally caught fish and local produce. Located on Grand Cayman, Seven Mile Beach is a public property that is home to many resorts. Clear, shallow water makes this stretch of beach perfect for little ones to swim, splash, and snorkel. Seven Mile Beach is also home to family-friendly attractions such as Stingray City and the Cayman Turtle Farm.


6. Jamaica

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Jamaica is known for its laidback way of life, which makes it a perfect place for a relaxing vacation, although families traveling to Jamaica will also find plenty of adventures and attractions on the island. Ahhh...Ras Natango Gallery & Garden is a beautiful nature preserve where guests can view the plants and birds of Jamaica. The gallery and gift shop display and sell art made by local artists. Kool Running Adventure Park contains waters rides, laser tag, go-karts, and more. Horseback riding on the beach, rafting on the Martha Brae River, and sailing tours of the waters around the island are also available in Jamaica.


7. Martinique

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On Martinique, Jardin de Balata is one of the top attractions for families. This park contains lush gardens with over 3,000 different species of plants as well as birds, games, and a gift shop. Zoo de Martinique is another place families will want to visit. This small zoo is easy to tour and houses animals from three different continents. Martinique’s capital city, Fort de France, contains libraries, museums, cathedrals, shopping, dining, and a large open-air food market. Relaxing catamaran tours of the island are available at Kata Mambo. Tours last all day and include lunch.



8. Nevis

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Nevis may not be as well-known as some of the other Caribbean locations, but this gem of an island should not be missed by tourists. On Nevis, tall mountain peaks rise sharply out of the cool blue Caribbean waters. The island is only 36 square miles, and can be toured in less than a day by bicycle, on foot, or by horse-drawn carriage. Sites and attractions such as Fort Charleston, Nevisian Heritage Village, Fort Ashby, and the Heritage Great House showcase the history of the island. Boat tours, shopping, dining, and spas can also be found on Nevis.


9. Family Vacations in the Caribbean: Puerto Rico

Family Vacations in the Caribbean: Puerto Rico
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Easily accessible from the United States, Puerto Rico is a warm and inviting tropical destination. Families travelling to Puerto Rico will want to check out the Museum del Nino, a three-story children’s museum with plenty of hands-on fun. El Yunque National Forest is part of the U.S. National Forest System, and this 28,000-acre preserve is a great place to see tropical plants and wildlife in the wild. On the island’s southwest corner is Guanica, a beautiful beach perfect for picnics, wading, snorkeling, and water sports. Visitors can even take a boat trip to the nearby “Gilligan’s Island.”


10. Best Caribbean Islands: St. Lucia

Best Caribbean Islands: St. Lucia
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St. Lucia is an island paradise known for its many luxurious hotels and resorts. For families travelling to St. Lucia, all-inclusive resorts such as St. James Club Morgan Bay or The Landings offer a kids club, where kids can play while mom and dad relax. Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is a budget-friendly all-inclusive resort with water slides, a lazy river, and children’s activities. Even if a hotel does not have a kids club, the concierge will often help families schedule activities elsewhere on the island and can arrange for shuttle service to and from the destination.


11. St. Kitts

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St. Kitts is all about natural beauty and historic preservation. Over one-fourth of the island’s land is set aside as a national park, untouched by development. Visitors can view the natural beauty of St. Kitts by boat, horseback, bus, taxi, or from the Scenic National Railway Tour. Historic homes, churches, and plantations can be found across the island. And of course, St. Kitts offers the same calm, beautiful beaches that all Caribbean Islands are known for. St. Kitts is surrounded by large coral reefs, making it a great spot for snorkeling and diving.


12. Turks and Caicos

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Turks and Caicos is a group of islands that has consistently been named one of the top travel destinations in the world for families. Visitors can easily travel from island to island by plane or by boat. Every Thursday night, the Island Fish Fry is held at Bight Children’s Park. Food from local vendors, music from island bands, dancing, and storytelling are all a part of this weekly event. Elsewhere on the islands, visitors can enjoy boating, sailing, paddleboarding, parasailing, diving, fishing, and other water sports.


13. U.S. Virgin Islands

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The U.S. Virgin Islands are made up of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John as well as many smaller surrounding islands. On St. Thomas, families will find zip line courses, parasailing, and the Coral World Ocean Park, a large aquarium perfect for young children. On St. Croix, visitors can learn about the history of the islands by touring Fort Christiansvaern and the Estate Whim Plantation Museum. And the natural beauty of the Caribbean can be explored on St. John by visiting the Virgin Islands National Park and the Cinnamon Bay Nature Trail.


14. Barbados

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Barbados is known for its exciting nightlife, but visitors with children can still find plenty of family fun on this island. Resorts such as Sugar Bay Barbados and Bougainvillea Beach Resort offer kids and teen club programs free of charge to guests. Chartered tour boats are available to give travelers an up-close view of sea life. On land, children and adults can view local plants, produce, and animals at the PEG Farm and Nature Reserve. And children will love being able to play like a pirate aboard the Jolly Roger, a real replica pirate ship. Keep reading for more top Caribbean islands for families.


15. The Crane Resort

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Located on the famous Crane Beach with beautiful ocean views, the Crane Resort is a refined resort that offers a stylish and sophisticated retreat for couples and families alike. Located a short drive from the Barbados Golf Club, the hotel features stately 19th-century-style guest rooms with four-poster beds with designer linens, marble en-suite bathrooms, and walk-in showers and designer toiletries, and kitchenettes, while suites feature spacious sofa beds, dining areas and some have private plunge pools and ocean views.

Upgraded apartments have roof terraces, hot tubs, and barbecues, and deluxe amenities include flat-screen satellite televisions, coffee machines, minibars, and complimentary wireless Internet. The resort also features five restaurants and a bar, and high-end facilities range from five outdoor swimming pools, an exclusive spa and fitness center, an art gallery and a shopping complex with clothing and jewelry stores. The Crane Resort is a 15-minute drive from Grantley Adams International Airport.

The Crane Resort, St. Philip, Barbados, Phone: 246-423-6220


16. Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas

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With the Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas, Royal Towers, Autograph Collection, you are treated to an iconic hotel in the middle of Paradise Island. The accommodations have stunning views of the ocean, luxury bedding, and more than enough room to spread out. From your bedroom and living room, you can see the harbor, the marina, or the Caribbean Sea. The Grand Suites feature parlors and balconies. The Presidential Suite has separate dining, sleeping, and living areas, and the Royal Suites feature three bedrooms plus grand parlors. Meanwhile, the Bridge Suite has ten rooms and its own amenities.

The Mandara Spa at Atlantis lets you enjoy traditional European therapies, ancient Balinese healing touches, and natural elements. There are services in the spa, including kids’ services, and in-suite massages, plus a lap pool and makeup services. Guests can take a swing at the Ocean Club Golf Course or visit the fitness center or one of the many pools. There is also tennis, volleyball, and more. For meals, Poseidon’s Table offers international cuisine or you can visit Plato’s Patisserie, get Japanese at Nobu, Asian-fusion at Chop Stix, Mediterranean at Olives, French at Café Martinique, traditional fine dining at the Bahamian Club, or a range of meals at over a dozen other restaurants.

1 Casino Drive, Paradise Island, Bahamas, Phone: 242-363-3000


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17. Family Vacations in the Caribbean: Jumby Bay Island

Family Vacations in the Caribbean: Jumby Bay Island
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Jumby Bay Island is a 300-acre private island off the island of Antigua, about two and half kilometers from Dutchman Bay. It is a fiercely protected paradise with four and half miles of magnificent coastline and fine sandy beaches. There are no cars on the island and it is only reachable by boat. Only guests of the Jumby Bay Island Resort and the island residents are permitted on the island.

The deluxe beachfront resort is all-inclusive, and all units enjoy views of the wide sandy beach and endless turquoise ocean. Elegant, spacious rooms and suites have furnished wraparound terraces, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, mini-bars, Nespresso machines, and iPod docks. Suites have tubs, outdoor showers, and/or plunge pools. Some also have living areas and beautiful private infinity pools. The resort has five restaurants, two swimming pools, a beach bar, a spa, and a fitness center.

Jumby Bay Island, Antigua & Barbuda, Phone: 268-462-6000


18. Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort

Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort
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Overlooking the powder-white sands of Alleynes Bay from Glitter Bay Beach and surrounded by swaying palm trees, the Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort is a luxurious hotel with lush tropical gardens, a beautiful swimming pool, and two restaurants serving globally-inspired Caribbean cuisine. Stylishly appointed guest rooms and suites have plantation-inspired décor, ceiling fans, en-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers and designer toiletries, and modern amenities such as flat-screen satellite televisions, DVD players, coffee machines, minibars, and complimentary wireless Internet.

Private balconies and terraces boast spectacular sea views from each room, and a buffet breakfast is served every morning against a backdrop of beach views. Other upscale amenities and facilities at the resort include a fully-equipped gym, tennis courts, an exclusive spa, and an array of water sports such as canoeing, fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving. The Fairmont Royal Pavilion Barbados Resort is a short drive away from the Royal Westmoreland Golf Course and the Flower Forest. The Grantley Adams International Airport is 19 km away.

Highway 1, Holetown, Barbados, Phone: 246-422-5555


19. LionsDive Beach Resort

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The LionsDive Beach Resort is a versatile resort built in the Dutch-Caribbean style that offers something for just about anyone, whether guests are travelling along, with friends, as a couple, or the entire family. The beach resort consists of standard guest rooms, as well as luxury suites with views of the Caribbean Sea. There is also a penthouse available measuring two hundred square feet. The two-story and three-story buildings of the beachfront LionsDive Beach Resort are surrounded by tropical gardens. The resort also includes four restaurants and bars at which guests can get a bite for lunch and dinner.

Bapor Kibra, Curaçao, Phone: 59-9-94-34-88-88


20. Blue Beach Punta Cana Luxury Resort

Blue Beach Punta Cana Luxury Resort
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Blue Beach Punta Cana sits seaside along Cabeza de Toro Beach, a coconut tree-lined, white sand beach in the quaint fishing village of the same name. It has hosted several world-renowned international fishing tournaments over the years. The ultra-modern resort has 174 luxury suites for epicurean travelers, surrounded by 6 acres of exotic gardens.

Contemporary accommodations include the Junior, Master, Rooftop, and two and three-bedroom Family Luxury suites. Upscale amenities at this seaside retreat include two outdoor pools, direct beach access, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests will also find motorized water sports (included), excursions tailored to guests, a spa, salon, and fitness center as well as two outdoor pools. There are also the Kid’s Blue Zone, three á la carte restaurants, and three bars.

Carretera Cabeza de Toro, Punta Cana, DR, Phone: 809-468-2583


21. Sunscape Curacao Resort, Spa & Casino

Sunscape Curacao Resort, Spa & Casino
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The Sunscape Curaçao Resort, Spa and Casino offers spacious and comfortable guest rooms and suites that include a private terrace or balcony overlooking the Caribbean Sea or the resort’s lush gardens. Guests can take advantage of several amenities during their stay, such as family-friendly connecting suites, in-room amenities for children, a minibar, and daily maid service. The Sunscape Curaçao Resort also contains four restaurants, as well as a buffet, serving an array of cuisine. Snacks and coffee can be found at the resort’s quaint cafe, as well as cocktails at one of the many lounges and bars throughout the property.

Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard #78, Curaçao, Phone: 18-66-SU-NS-CA-PE


22. CHIC by Royalton All Exclusive Resort

CHIC by Royalton All Exclusive Resort
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There are a few things that set CHIC by Royalton All Exclusive Resort apart from the rest, the most impressive being CHIC Mansion. This adults-only resort on the golden sands of Uvero Alto Beach in Punta Cana offers an exclusive 11,500-square-foot private mansion that accommodates a dozen guests in six luxurious rooms with private en suites. It also features a whirlpool, fire pit, barbecue, private pool, and lounge stocked with premium liquors. It’s the perfect accommodation for a private destination wedding, family get-together, or friends’ getaway. There are also 320 guestrooms that range from Junior Suites to exclusive Presidential Suites. Those looking for an opulent, exciting South Beach vibe will find it here.

Highway Macao Uvero Alto Beach, Bávaro – Punta Cana, DR, Phone: 809-468-0404


23. Silver Sands Condominiums

Silver Sands Condominiums
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At Silver Sands Condominiums, relaxing on the beach has never been easier. Silver Sands has 550 feet of private beachfront that is much less crowded than public areas or the beaches in front of larger resorts, due to its location a bit further up the beach from most of the big resort giants on Grand Cayman. This location definitely works to Silver Sands’ advantage, because it is a perfect haven for vacationers looking for a little more R&R, and a little less crowds. There are cabanas, a swimming pool with lounge chairs, and space for guests to relax in a hammock and read a book. Condos have two or three bedrooms, some of which are two stories, and come with everything guests will need for a great vacation.

2131 W Bay Rd, West Bay, Cayman Islands, Phone: 345-949-3343


24. The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas

The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas
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The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas is along Paradise Island right on the shore, giving you easy access to pure white sandy beaches. The guest suites and rooms in the Crescent Wing all are beachfront with hardwood louvered doors that open onto private balconies or patios. The Hartford Wing has enlarged suites and rooms with natural colors and amazing views. The two Garden Cottages are secluded, each featuring two bedrooms along with dining and living spaces and private courtyards with plunge pools. Finally, the Villa Residences have the utmost privacy, private pools, living areas, and three to four bedrooms. All rooms have amenities from Lady Primrose and a complimentary beach bag.

The One&Only Spa has eight private treatment rooms surrounded by tropical gardens. Go for a swim in the ocean pool or head to the family pool. Or you can take advantage of the concierge service along the beach. Play on the 18-hole championship golf course, visit the fitness center, play tennis, or attend a yoga class. Guests are invited to eat at DUNE, which is led by Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Have regional flavors at OCEAN or get a lighter Mediterranean/French meal at the Versailles Garden on the Versailles Terrace. Get a drink at the Martini Bar or Dune Bar.

Nassau, Bahamas, Phone: 954-809-2716


25. The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
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The Ritz-Carlton name carries weight all over the world, and Grand Cayman is no exception. This high class resort is located on Seven Mile Beach, just a short distance from the airport and attractions like Cayman Turtle Farm. Guests can relax in their elegant rooms with tasteful, comfortable furnishings, or opt to stay in a two bedroom suite or the eight thousand square foot penthouse with its oceanfront views. Guests staying at the Ritz-Carlton can also count on delicious meals and drinks from the six on site restaurants and bars, a kids program for families traveling with children, a spa for total relaxation, and events and activities like a ride on a glass-bottomed boat. And if none of that sounds appealing, there’s always the beach, which is easy accessible, with the stunning blue waters of the Caribbean only steps away.

Seven Mile Beach, KY1-1209, Cayman Islands, Phone: 345-943-9000


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Ocean Two Resort & Residences

Overlooking Dover Beach, the Ocean Two Resort and Residences is a refined oceanfront resort with direct beach access, sophisticated accommodations, and five-star facilities in a spectacular location. Situated under a mile away from the lush mangroves and tropical forests of the Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary, the resort features stylishly appointed guest rooms and suites with kitchens and living/dining areas, and en-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers and designer toiletries. Modern amenities include air-conditioning, flat-screen satellite televisions, coffee machines, minibars, and complimentary wireless Internet, and furnished balconies boast fantastic sea views. An open-air beachfront restaurant serves global cuisine and a rooftop terrace with a bar, lounge and plunge pool is perfect for sundowners and relaxing under the stars. Other upscale facilities include an outdoor swimming pool with a swim-up bar, a 24-hour gym and fitness center, and a wealth of water sports facilities.

Dover Road, Christ Church, St Lawrence Gap, Barbados, Phone: 246-418-1800

Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort aims to be a home away from home for its guests, fulfilling every dream of a Caribbean vacation with the sound of gentle waves lapping against the soft sands of the beach, the breeze as it rushes through the palms, and the soft sounds of Caribbean music as a backdrop to it all. The accommodations at Coral Sands Resort are spacious and fully furnished with modern, comfortable furniture and decor, and the resort is conveniently located in George Town, where it is very easy to get to nearby attractions. The spacious property also has a picnic area on the beach, a boat dock, and a sunny deck for laying out and sunbathing.

293 N Church St, George Town, Cayman Islands, Phone: 345-743-5500

St. Kitts Marriott Resort & The Royal Beach Casino

St. Kitts Marriott is a luxury resort and business hotel with direct access to a private beach, about a 5-minute walking distance from the charming Kittan Village and less than 2 km from Frigate Bay. The spacious, beautifully appointed rooms are elegant and have traditional Caribbean details, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, eight different restaurants and eateries, two bars, a casino, a golf course, a beach bar and a swim-up bar, an outdoor pool, a gym, and direct access to the beautiful sandy beach. The resort has meeting facilities with nine event rooms.

858 Frigate Bay Road, Frigate Bay, St Kitts & Nevis, Phone: 869-466-1200

Grand Cayman Beach Suites

Every single suite at Grand Cayman Beach Suites comes with an unbeatable view of Seven Mile Beach and the impossible vibrant blue waters of the Caribbean Sea. Suites are airy and bright, with warm decor and balconies furnished with patio furniture where you can sit and enjoy a cup of coffee in the mornings while the sound of the waves washes over you. With their smallest suites coming in at a very spacious 600 square feet, and their largest at nearly 1500 square feet of space, guests are sure to be happy with the extensive living area, wet bar, and gorgeous marble bathrooms that can be found in every accommodation, as well as the comfy beds. Beach Suites also has a restaurant - Tillie’s - right on the beach, and a beachside bar called the Coconut Club.

Blue Waters Resort & Spa

Snuggled in the beautiful Soldier Bay and surrounded by seven hectares of lush tropical greenery, Blue Waters Resort and Spa is an upscale beach resort about four kilometers from Antigua’s Cedar Valley Golf Club. Opulent rooms have balconies or patios overlooking the bay and the Caribbean Sea. They are beautifully furnished and have separate sitting areas and all modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and mini-bars. Some suites have whirlpool tubs and sitting areas, and upgraded suites have kitchens and dining areas as well as private access to the pool. Guests enjoy complimentary English breakfast, three restaurants, three bars, three beaches, several pools, a gym, a spa, and a kids’ club.

St John's, Antigua and Barbuda, Phone: 866-599-6674

Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort

Seven Mile Beach has won many awards throughout the years for its gorgeous coral sands, blue waters, and fun atmosphere. One of its most recent and prestigious awards is the title of Best Beach in the Caribbean (from a publication called Caribbean Travel and Life Magazine). Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort is located right on Seven Mile Beach, so guest staying here can get in on all the swimming, snorkelling, paddle boarding, and sunbathing without ever even leaving the resort. Nearby is Stingray City, where visitors can get up close and personal with some incredible marine life.

389 West Bay Road Seven Mile Beach, Box 30371, KY1-1202, Cayman Islands, Phone: 345-949-0088

Royal St. Kitts Hotel

Royal St. Kitts Hotel is an upscale hotel located about 6 km from the airport and Independence Square, set in its own private lagoon in Frigate Bay, surrounded by 18 acres of lush gardens. All the hotel’s studios and one and two-bedroom suites have lovely furnished balconies, fully equipped kitchens, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and a Bluetooth sound system. Suites have separate living areas. The guests enjoy an Indian restaurant, an Italian eatery/sports bar, an outdoor pool, a sun deck, laundry facilities, and conference facilities. There is also a large terrace and a ping-pong table.

406 Zenway Boulevard, Frigate Bay, St. Kitts & Nevis, Phone: 869-465-8651

The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa

Rooms at The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort and Spa are modern and luxurious, with splashes of color in shades of blue that lend them a distinct oceanic vibe. Guests can choose from a room with an island view or an ocean view, as well as rooms that sleep more people, one bedroom or two bedroom suites, or the beautiful presidential suite, which has 1500 square feet of space, a fully furnished patio overlooking the ocean, a living room area, breakfast bar, refrigerator, and dining room area, as well as two bedrooms: one with a king sized bed and one with two queen sized beds.

30620 Seven Mile Beach, Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands, Phone: 345-945-3800

Cocobay Resort

Cocobay Resort is a sophisticated, adults-only all inclusive resort on Antigua’s Coco Beach about 15 km from historic Fort James at St. John's Harbour. Charming cottages are designed in traditional Caribbean plantation style and have sitting areas, furnished patios, coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded cottages are located on the seafront and have air-conditioning and spacious patios with hammocks. Some luxury cottages also have plunge pools. The cottages are surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. There are no TVs. The resort has two restaurants, a beachfront pool, a spa, and regular live entertainment. Guests also have the opportunity to access equipment for a range of watersports.

Valley Church, NA, Antigua & Barbuda, Phone: 268-562-2400


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Comfort Suites Seven Mile Beach and Resort

They swaying palm trees that surround the swimming pool at Comfort Suites Seven Mile Beach and Resort help set the scene for a tropical paradise. The resort is not located directly on the beach, but it is only steps away from the white sands of Seven Mile Beach, where guests can take advantage of the hotel’s free lounge chairs and sun umbrellas, or go snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming, or sunbathing. Guests of Comfort Suites can indulge in a complimentary breakfast each morning of assorted hot dishes, and take comfort in their suites, which are equipped with not only comfy beds but also kitchenettes.

22 Piper Way, Cayman Islands, Phone: 345-945-7300

Wyndham Reef Resort

Wyndham Reef Resort is an all-suite resort on the East End of Grand Cayman. Basic suites comes with WiFi, TVs, kitchens, and sitting rooms, while more luxurious upgraded suites offer the option of a second bedroom with four poster beds and whirlpool tubs in the bathrooms. There are three swimming pools at Wyndham Reef Resort, as well as a hot tub, tennis court, and of course, the beach, Guests can relax at the spa or try their hand at kiteboarding or paddling with White Sand Water Sports. The resort also has an in-house dive program, and the concierge is always happy to help guests arrange other activities, like a helicopter ride around the island or a visit to Blue Iguana Nature Reserve.

2221 Queens Highway, East End, Cayman Islands, Phone: 345-947-3100


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