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Dominica is the surprising choice as top Caribbean nation to visit in the latest annual Travel + Leisure’s list of the region’s best islands.
Every year in its World’s Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to judge their travel experiences; share their opinions on the top cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated Caribbean islands according to their activities and sights, natural attractions and beaches, food, friendliness, and overall value. And Dominica came top overall.
Nicknamed the Nature Island, Dominica is not defined by the combo of pristine white sand and shiny resorts that’s often synonymous with the Caribbean. Instead, the island lures eco-travellers with a jumble of rain forests, volcanoes, hot springs, thunderous waterfalls, and black-sand beaches. It has an undiscovered quality that is rare not only in the region, but the world over. It’s a dream for hikers, snorkelers, bird watchers and all kinds of adventurers, but the island also offers pockets of high-end luxury, including this year’s best resort hotel in the Caribbean — Secret Bay, tucked within the rain forest with tree-house style villas, jaw-dropping nature views, and private plunge pools.
Unlike its neighbours, Martinique and Guadeloupe, it is conspicuously undeveloped. Most of the rugged, mountainous island is lush with thick jungle, with a few small towns dappled in.
St Vincent and the Grenadines (No. 2) received praise for “fantastic water excursions.” Several readers also raved about the beaches and turquoise waters on Anguilla (No. 3), with one calling it “paradise found.” Another said: “Anguilla is my favourite spot on this earth. Nothing compares. The beaches, the people, the food, the enjoyment…total bliss.”
At No. 5, St Lucia — home to the majestic Pitons, beautiful beaches, and plenty of chocolate and rum — was described as “a great spot for active travellers on a romantic escape.” Another T+L reader said: “St. Lucia is an untouched gem in many ways, a very beautiful island with a delightful culture and many activities to enjoy.”
Grenada (No. 6) was praised for its “incredibly kind people.” The British Virgin Islands dominate this year’s rankings, with Jost Van Dyke (No. 9), Virgin Gorda (No. 16), and Tortola (No. 23) all making appearances. The Bahamas, too, are well-represented — the Exumas (No. 4) earned marks from one reader for the “prettiest water and beaches you will ever see,” while Eleuthera (No. 24) was touted as “enchanting, pristine, and beautiful”. The Cayman Islands is ranked No.20.
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