Best The Caribbean Beaches
The Best Caribbean Beaches...
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46. Eagle beach // Aruba
© David Smith / 123RF Eagle beach is not only one of the best beaches on Aruba, it is the longest. A wide expanse of pristine soft white sand lapped by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Despite being a well known resort Eagle beach is relatively unspoilt and the wildlife here is testimony to that; every year several species of turtle make their nests on the beach. Eagle beach is also home to two… read more »
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47. Eden Beach // Antigua
Roger Green If you're looking for Eden, you've found it! Eden Beach is a wide expanse of gently sloping sand which runs for roughly a kilometre. Situated on the island's west coast, it's around 20 minutes from St John's, and is reached by passing through the Hawksbill Resort, but remains relatively secluded.
This is important because Eden Beach is Antigua's only clothing optional beach. It rarely becomes that crowded, with more modest beachgoers… read more »
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48. Playa Santa Maria // Cuba
Alexander Berezhnoy Playa Santa Maria sits at the end of the road from Camaguey. Situated within an area rich in mangrove deltas, it has become a haven for Cuba's endemic birdlife.
Beachgoers are generally impressed by what they find at Playa Santa Maria, which comprises light-coloured sand drifting down to stone-free shallows which sparkle in the sunlight. However, largely occupied by beachfront properties, some may find they get a feeling of being overlooked,… read more »
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49. Harrismith Beach // Barbados
Jim.Milbourne Running towards a rocky promontory, Harrismith Beach (or Harry Smith's Beach) is one of the quieter stretches of sand that can be found in south-eastern Barbados. It's sloping near-white sands are narrow compared to its near neighbours such as the better-known Bottom Bay. However, its position with a blend of coconut palms and local vegetation to one side and a reef to the other makes it hard to resist.
The… read more »
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50. Welches Beach // Barbados
Berit Great for:- Swimming
- Surfing
Welches Beach is a long stretch of soft off-white sand running along the middle reaches of Oistin Bay in southwest Barbados. More than half a kilometre in length, the beach has undergone significant work in recent years to create a broad expanse of beachfront free of rocks both above and below the water line.
A great place to swim as a result, the waves at Welches Beach are rarely troublesome, although… read more »
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51. Mullins Beach // Barbados
Brett Spangler Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Mullins Beach lies directly off the island's Highway 1B. Located in the northwest of Barbados, it forms the majority of the gently curving coastline of Mullins Bay.
Sloping slightly into the bay's turquoise waters, much of Mullins Beach is backed by a wall of vegetation, separating from the main road and its well-sized car park. However, it's southern end meets a series of private villas and its far north is dominated… read more »
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52. St Lawrence Beach // Barbados
Postdlf Great for:- Swimming
- Surfing
St Lawrence Beach is an arching ribbon of pale sand which greets the shallow clear waters of St Lawrence Bay (also known as Little Bay) on the southwest coast of Barbados. Amid urbanization reaching south from the heart of Bridgetown at the entrance to the ever-lively St Lawrence Gap, St Lawrence Beach may not be the most secluded of island beach escapes, but it still has plenty to offer those… read more »
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53. Maxwell Beach // Barbados
Loozrboy Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
- Surfing
A charming if relatively small area of sand, Maxwell Beach lies at the western end of Oistin Bay. Approximately 200 metres in total length, its pale coral sand faces roughly south. Immediately east of the popular area of St Lawrence Gap, Maxwell Beach has rich blue waters and plenty of options for enjoying them.
Swimming is safe on all but the roughest of winter days, with lifeguards providing additional reassurance.… read more »
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54. Dickenson Bay // Antigua
Paul Kowalow Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Northwest Antigua's Dickenson Bay combines the white sands of its beach with a mile-long coral reef offshore to create the perfect Caribbean escape. No wonder there are so many hotels and resorts flanking it, alongside concessions for renting out water sports gear, arranging tours on glass-bottomed boats, and hiring out sun loungers and umbrellas.
Being perhaps the most developed beach anywhere on the island means that it sees a constant flow… read more »
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55. Jolly Beach // Antigua
Tim Sandell Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Dominated by the resort of the same name, Jolly Beach is made up of a mile of stunning white sand lining crystal clear shallows, making it the perfect spot for a swim. On Antigua's west coast, the beach is large enough to absorb all its visitors without ever feeling anything but spacious.
When it comes to amenities, few beaches in the area are as well served as Jolly Beach. Not only… read more »
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56. Pigeon Point Beach // Antigua
Ian D. Keating Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Approximately five minutes by road from English Harbour, Pigeon Point Beach has calm shallow waters that make it ideal for splashing about with the kids. Snorkelling is another option, although the sandy bottom means you shouldn't expect huge numbers of fish.
The sands of Pigeon Point Beach are fine and golden. At low tide, the beach has attractive dimensions, which are diminished slightly with the high tide. The surrounding foliage provides… read more »
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57. Jabberwock Beach // Antigua
lam_chihang Great for:- Kitesurfing
Just a quick drive from V C Bird International Airport, the northwest coast's Jabberwock Beach sits with Judge's Bay to its seaward side and a lagoon occupying much of its landward side. Almost disappearing with the highest tides, leaving just enough space to lie down without the Caribbean sun being blocked by native foliage, Jabberwock Beach has a length of around a mile.
Its pale sand acts as a hub for… read more »
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58. Playa Larga // Cuba
© Kaldari Great for:- Snorkeling
- Fishing
- Swimming
Since Playa Larga is the name of a small resort-free community at the end of the Bay of Pigs as well as its main beach, the sands are sometimes also known as Playa de Playa Larga. Beyond the slightly unusual nomenclature, Playa Larga provides visitors with plenty of space, being nearly a mile in length.
Its position deep within the bay ensures it remains sheltered, with calm waves most of the… read more »
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59. Playa Guardalavaca // Cuba
J J Merelo Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Sitting on the western edge of the resort town of Guardalavaca, Playa Guardalavaca is located on the island's northern coast approximately 30 miles from the city of Holguin. It is a busy beach predominantly used by those staying in the town's range of accommodation options.
First-time visitors will discover a good number of sun loungers and umbrellas for rent, with the soft white sand running in an uninterrupted band for around… read more »
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60. Playa de Siboney // Cuba
Christian Pirkl Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
A mix of sand and stones, Playa de Siboney is known for its relaxed laid-back atmosphere. Located to the east of Santiago de Cuba on the island's southern coastline, it sits in a small inlet in the coast close to the Museo Granjita de Siboney.
Arching around its Caribbean waters for around 100 yards, it is bookended by sea walls, although some strong waves do still come ashore. Most of the… read more »
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