Anguilla

Where the Caribbean Slows Right Down

Anguilla is a flat, sun-drenched sliver of coral and limestone riding the top of the Leeward Islands, just north of Saint Martin. Its 33 white sand beaches are the kind that travel writers exhaust superlatives trying to describe: powder-soft, brilliantly lit by turquoise shallows, and almost always quiet. This is an island that has built its reputation on doing very little, very well.

A Shore for Every Mood

From the sheltered calm of Sandy Ground to the rolling surf at Meads Bay, each stretch of coast has its own character. Shoal Bay East draws snorkellers to its reef gardens, while Little Bay, accessible only by boat or a short cliff scramble, rewards the adventurous with crystalline pools virtually to themselves. Whether you want a beach bar with cocktails and a playlist or a deserted cove with nothing but the wind, Anguilla delivers.

Flavours of the Leeward Islands

Dining in Anguilla punches well above its weight for an island of this size. Grilled lobster pulled straight from local waters, spiced crayfish, and slow-cooked goat are staples of the local table, while the restaurant scene ranges from barefoot beachside shacks to candlelit fine dining. The island's chefs have earned a reputation across the Caribbean for turning fresh, simple ingredients into something memorable.

See Anguilla from the Water

A short ferry ride from Marigot in Saint Martin opens up the whole island to visitors arriving by sea, and once here the options multiply. Boat tours circle the offshore cays, dive operators explore shipwrecks and coral walls, and sunset sailing trips are a fixture of the evening calendar. The island's traditional racing boats, built by hand and raced hard on public holidays, offer a vivid window into Anguillian pride and craftsmanship.