The 15 Best Caribbean Islands to Visit

Powder-soft beaches, volcanic peaks, colorful harbors, and hidden coves stretch across these sun-soaked islands. Which one tops your travel list?

1

The Bahamas

An archipelago of 700 islands known for swimming pigs, coral reefs, and powder-soft cays.

1000pts

2

St. Lucia

A volcanic island defined by its dramatic twin Pitons rising above rainforest and sea.

862pts

3

Curacao

A Dutch-Caribbean gem known for its pastel waterfront capital and protected coves.

724pts

4

Jamaica

The birthplace of reggae, offering lush mountains, waterfalls, and iconic north-coast resorts.

596pts

5

Dominican Republic

A diverse destination spanning Punta Cana's resorts, mountains, and colonial history.

517pts

6

Grand Cayman

Famous for Seven Mile Beach, world-class diving, and the friendly Stingray City sandbar.

517pts

7

Barbados

A lively island famed for its pink-sand beaches, rum heritage, and warm British-Caribbean culture.

423pts

8

Trinidad and Tobago

A two-island nation known for its world-famous Carnival and rich biodiversity.

423pts

9

Anguilla

A tranquil island prized for its pristine, uncrowded white-sand beaches.

423pts

10

Aruba

A dry, breezy Dutch-Caribbean island with calm turquoise waters and white-sand beaches.

423pts

11

St. Barts

A chic French island beloved by celebrities for its glamorous harbors and boutiques.

310pts

12

Antigua

An island famously said to have 365 beaches, one for every day of the year.

310pts

13

Martinique

A French island blending volcanic peaks, Creole cuisine, and rum distilleries.

310pts

14

Turks and Caicos

Home to Grace Bay, regularly ranked among the most beautiful beaches in the world.

172pts

15

Puerto Rico

A vibrant island pairing colonial Old San Juan with rainforest, bioluminescent bays, and beaches.

172pts