The Caribbean

The Caribbean’s nearly 7,000 islands are popular tourist destinations for their tropical weather, gorgeous beaches, delicious cuisine, and places to stay, from luxurious resorts to quaint bed and breakfasts. Influences from African to French, Dutch, British, and Spanish remain from the past, making each island country unique in language, food, architecture, culture, and style. Visitors from around the world come to the islands for colorful festivals, diving among coral reefs, boating, shopping, nightlife, and enjoying the warm weather and beautiful scenery.

Escape to an All-Inclusive Private Island in the Caribbean

Escape to an All-Inclusive Private Island in the Caribbean

A tropical beach with palm trees and rocks near the shoreline under a partly cloudy sky
This Caribbean Island Ranks Among the Safest Right Now—and U.S. Travelers Don’t Even Need a Passport
bright turquoise waters
This Under-the-radar Caribbean Island Has Glow Worms, Turquoise Waters, and No Crowds
Two people lying on a small sandy beach surrounded by cliffs adjacent to clear blue water
This Caribbean Island Just Ranked the Safest in 2025 for Its Low Crime—and It's a Hurricane-free Destination, Too
A dividivi tree on a sandy beach with turquoise water
These Are the Top Island Destinations for 2025, According to Expedia
An aerial view of a resort-style house with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery
I’m a Travel Advisor, and These Are My 5 Favorite Caribbean Private Island Resorts
A diver in the ocean near a sperm whale oriented vertically
One of the Best Ways to Experience the Caribbean's 'Nature Island' Is a 6-day Wildlife Experience
A tropical beach with palm trees and clear turquoise water
This Untouched Beach Was Just Named Best in the Caribbean—and It has Crystal-clear Waters, Zero Crowds, and Calm Waters
A beach with palm trees along a turquoise ocean under a colorful sky
A Popular Caribbean Island Got an Updated U.S. Travel Advisory for Violent Crimes 'Despite More Police Presence'—What Travelers Should Know
Trafalgar Falls in Dominica, showing two waterfalls surrounded by lush greenery
I've Chased Waterfalls Around the World—but These Twin Falls in the Caribbean Stunned Me
A view of the twin Pitons across a calm ocean inlet with lush greenery in the foreground
Sun, Sand, Repeat
Fish in Thunderball Grotto, Bahamas
I've Gone on 134 Dives and This Is My Favorite Snorkeling Spot in the Caribbean—and Its Turquoise Waters Are Like Nature's Aquarium
A tropical beach with palm trees and buildings in the background
This Caribbean Island Got an Updated Travel Advisory for Petty Crime and Violence—What Travelers Should Know
Coastal view with sailboats in a harbor, tropical vegetation, and buildings on a hillside
This Tropical Island Has 365 Beaches—One for Every Day of the Year
The main street of Hamilton, Bermuda
I Visited Bermuda and Never Went to the Beach—Here’s Why an Off-season Trip Is Worth It
Aerial view of Ocean Cay, Bahamas
The Bahamas Is Getting a New Private Island—What to Know
A Royal Caribbean cruise ship in Haiti
Royal Caribbean Is Temporarily Canceling Trips to This Caribbean Destination Citing 'Abundance of Caution'
Aerial view of Antigua and Barbuda
Traveling to This Caribbean Nation Just Got Easier Thanks to a New Entry System
Lagun Beach in Curacao
This Caribbean Island Is Trending for Summer Travel—and It Has Gin-clear Waters and White-sand Beaches
Bequia Island in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Guide to Bequia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Grand Palladium Jamaica - Beach
Is It Safe to Travel to the Caribbean Right Now? See the Full List of Updated U.S. Travel Advisories
Beach in the Bahamas
U.S. Government Updates Travel Advisory for a Popular Caribbean Cruise Destination Over ' Violent Crime'—Here's What It Means for Travelers
Maracas Beach in Trinidad
This Caribbean Island Just Got a Level 3 U.S. Travel Advisory—Here's What It Means for Travelers
Boats in Nassau, Bahamas
This Is the No. 1 Boating Destination in the Caribbean—and It Has Turquoise Waters and World-famous Cays
Stalactites and stalagmites creating beautiful rock formations inside of the Crystal Caves, Grand Cayman
These Stunning Caribbean Caves Were Just Named One of the World’s Top Attractions by Tripadvisor
A toddler at Rosewood Le Guanahani St Barth
This Caribbean Island Is a Celebrity Favorite—but It’s a Great Place for Kids With Fun Amenities, Kid-friendly Menus, and Swim Lessons in Crystal-clear Water
Beach at Little San Salvador Island, Bahamas
This Stunning Caribbean Beach Has the Clearest Waters in North America
Eagle Beach, Aruba
This Is the No. 1 Beach in the Caribbean—and It Has Crystal-clear Aquamarine Waters, Soft Sand, and No Waves
Prickly Bay, Grenade, West Indies / Prickly Bay, Grenada, West Indies
This Caribbean Island Feels Like a Secret—and It's Home to Beautiful Beaches, Volcanic Craters, and the Longest Infinity Pool in the Region
In Fort de France, on the old Courthouse grounds, statue of Victor Schoelcher. The place is now open to the public, no entrance fee, where residents and tourists can wander around, being inside and outside.
This Lesser-visited Caribbean Island Has Pristine Beaches, Excellent Rum, Rain Forest Hikes, and Incredible Biodiversity
Boats in a harbor in Grenada, in the Caribbean
Caribbean Calling
Trunk Bay on St. John
This Caribbean Island Is the Best for Families, According to Travelers — and Americans Don't Need a Passport to Enter
Dancers in Cuba
This Is the Best 'Cultural Destination' in the Caribbean — and It Has Architectural Gems, Vintage Cars, and a Robust Music Scene
Bequia Island in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Travel Guide
Saint Kitts and Nevis, Basseterre colorful colonial architecture in historic city center.
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to St. Kitts
Willemstad embankment in Curacao, Caribbean.
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Curaçao
Beach chairs and umbrella on tropical beach. Summer vacation and relaxation background.
Plan the Perfect St. Barts Getaway: Luxury Hotels, Beaches, and More
Aerial view of villas and the beach at a resort in Grenada
This Under-the-radar Caribbean Island Is About to Become the Next Big Destination
Lobsters on a bbq in Antigua
This Island Was Just Named the Caribbean's Best Culinary Destination — What and Where to Eat
Grace Bay beach in Turks and Caicos
This Gorgeous Caribbean Island Is the Top Trending Destination for U.S. Travelers — and It Has White-sand Beaches and Bright Blue Water
Trunk Bay beach in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
This Caribbean Beach Ranked No. 1 in the World for Its Pool-like Crystalline Waters — and You Don't Need a Passport to Visit
Unstill Life at the Molinière Underwater Sculpture Park in Grenada
Grenada's Underwater Sculpture Garden Is More Than a Photo-op — It Tells the Nation's Story
Exterior of a villa at The Strand, Turks & Caicos
This New Waterfront Caribbean Resort Has Chic Villas With Private Pools, a Beach Club, and a Marina
Two people kayak in the crystal clear waters
The Longest Hiking Trail in the Caribbean Has an Even More Beautiful Sibling Trail at Sea—and I Explored It by Kayak
Aerial view of Yemaya Reefs
Top 25 Stunning Destinations Across the Caribbean Islands
Beautiful scenery with harbor of St Croix, green mountain, water and town along the coastline.
20 Unmissable Things to Do in St. Croix: Local Favorites
Tropical beach
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Grand Cayman
A waterfront hotel with several stories and balconies surrounded by palm trees with a dock and calm waters in the foreground
I've Stayed at This Bermuda Resort 4 Times With My Family—Here's Why We Keep Going Back
Harbor with boats and redroofed buildings surrounded by greenery and hills view of Gustavia in St Barthlemy
How to Plan the Perfect Destination Celebration in St. Barths, According to an Expert Travel Advisor
A view of a waterfront in Labadee Haiti featuring calm water boats and lush greenery in the background
U.S. Reissues Travel Advisory for This Caribbean Island—Adding Terrorism Warnings
The swimming pool at a luxury resort in the Caribbean.
Travel + Leisure Readers' 25 Favorite Resorts in the Caribbean of 2025
A tropical beach with palm trees, loungers, and umbrellas near the ocean shore
Travel + Leisure Readers' 25 Favorite Islands in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas of 2025
Oceanfront view with modern residential buildings and palm trees
This Under-the-radar Bermuda Resort Has 4 Pools and a Private Beach on the Island's South Shore
Beachfront resort with tall buildings and palm trees at sunset
The St. Regis Just Opened a New Caribbean Resort With 6 Pools and a Beach With Picture-perfect Turquoise Water
The headlining chef talent at the Cayman Cookout
The Caribbean's Most Iconic Food Event Is a Beachfront Festivity With Celebrity Chefs — What to Know
outdoor view of pool with background of green mountains
This Luxury Caribbean Hotel Has More Pools Than Guest Suites—and It Just Got a Stunning Refresh
A turtle in Bonaire
I’ve Scuba Dived All Across the Caribbean—but This Little-known Island Is My Favorite
Villa at Hotel Christopher
This Brand-new Villa Has Some of the Best Sunset Views in the Caribbean—and a 52-foot Pool Overlooking the Water
Cheval Blanc St-Barth pool and beach
I Stayed at the Caribbean's Only 'Palace' Hotel — Here's What It Was Like
Beach at East Winds
This Gorgeous All-inclusive Resort on St. Lucia Just Got a Colorful, Midcentury Modern Redesign—Here's Your First Look Inside
Exterior of Spice of Life villa
This New Villa in the Caribbean Has Direct Beach Access, an Infinity Pool With Mountain Views, and Museum-worthy Art