You can close your eyes, throw a dart at a map of the Caribbean, and head to any island it hits with the promise of a fantastic beach experience. To stand out in the Caribbean is to unquestionably have one of the best beaches in the world. These are one-of-a-kind experiences that make for lifetime memories.
Finding your best beach is about nailing down your criteria… Are you looking for the picture-perfect conventional beach with white sand, sapphire blue water, and an unrivaled view of the horizon? Or are you looking for something different, something that challenges your concept of what a beach can be? Whichever it is, the Caribbean has a beach for you.
Eagle Beach, Aruba
Voted the #1 Best of the Best Beach in the Caribbean in this year’s TripAdvisors Travelers’ Choice Awards, Eagle Beach, the widest beach in Aruba, is known for having arguably the whitest sand in the Caribbean. This beach is bone white, foamy sand dotted by evergreen palms all bordered by the calming rolling cerulean tide. Where there’s a good beach, there are good hotels, and Eagle Beach is flanked by some of the leading low-rise hotels in all of Aruba.
Rosalie Bay Beach, Dominica
For something different, Rosalie Bay Beach has you covered. The Dominican shoreline swaps out white sand for black, giving the entire area a dreamy vibe. This beach is known for its black-gray sand, against the endless blue sea, encased by the green of the country behind it. The long stretch of interrupted sand is perfect for walks, watching the sunset, and if you’re lucky, spotting sea turtles.
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
If you’re in the mood for water sports, then Seven Mile Beach in the Grand Cayman is your spot. Voted 4th best beach in the Caribbean by Trip Advisor and 12th best beach in the world by MSN, the scenic site is your gateway to boat rides, parasailing, and many more. Surrounded by resorts, restaurants, and bars, you’re never short of activities to lose yourself in.
Magens Bay, St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands)
Magens Bay is an experience. The under-heralded spot in the underrated St. Thomas island sports all the necessities for a perfect beach trip – transparent waters and soft sand, encased in endless green. Visitors can swim by kayak and paddle board. Land lovers can experience the nearby trail learning about the native mangroves, indigenous birds, and local flowers.
Seven Mile Beach, Jamaica
Somehow neither Seven Mile Beach on this list is actually seven miles – both measure around four, but that’s still a remarkable stretch of perfect sand kissed by the Caribbean Sea. The Seven Mile Beach in Jamaica is one of the most popular beaches in the Caribbean. It’s a fantastic spot to go snorkeling, kayaking, jet skiing, or take a ride on the legendary Catamaran cruise. It’s said this specific shoreline was once the territory of a particular sect of bloodthirsty pirates. Those days are long gone, but their treasure remains, waiting to be explored.
