One of the best places to travel as a couple is the Caribbean islands. With endless beautiful scenery, plenty of luxury resorts and lots of opportunities for romantic experiences, it’s the perfect place to take your partner for an unforgettable holiday.
With so many different things to do around the Caribbean islands, this part of the world is also a fantastic place to visit in a group. If you’re travelling with several other couples, you enjoy the best of both worlds on your holiday, with opportunities to spend romantic time together and also discover the islands and their attractions with your friends.
Visiting the Caribbean islands with other couples also means you can make the most of renting some of the incredible villas in the area, offering access to luxurious accommodation with enough space to comfortably fit many couples and friends. At The Villa Collection, we believe that destinations around the Caribbean are ideal for a romantic getaway, but that travelling in a group is also one of the best ways to make the most of your time in this spectacular part of the world.
That’s why we’ve put together this guide to the best Caribbean islands for couples, which not only considers which locations are the most romantic, but also offers the best range of group activities and accommodation options.
A lot of honeymooners visit Antigua to relax after their weddings, but if you’re travelling with other couples then another great reason to visit is the historical attractions on the island. Places like Betty’s Hope, Shirley Heights Lookout and Fort Barrington offer insight into the colonial past of Antigua, but there are also geological attractions like the Devil’s Bridge limestone rock formation and the fascinating Barbuda Caves.
If you and your friends are looking for somewhere to spend the evening, Heritage Quay should be top of your list, with a range of bars and restaurants housed in classic colonial architecture.
Spend an afternoon exploring one of the bustling areas like Bridgetown or Holetown, or sample the famous Mount Gay rum on a tasting tour. Couples travelling with younger visitors can explore the stunning Harrison’s Cave, whilst groups wanting to see more of the island can book an exciting safari road trip.
Barbados has plenty of brilliant villas for groups of guests to stay in, but it’s a particularly good choice if you’re looking for luxury accommodation, as there are plenty of villas available on the famous Platinum Coast in places like Royal Westmoreland and St James.
You’ll find the world’s third-largest barrier reef system around the islands in Turks and Caicos, offering an incredible array of underwater scenery and wildlife to spot if you look beneath the surface. Whether you hire a boat to take you out to the reef, or join an organised diving trip, experiencing the marine landscapes around the archipelago is a great way for couples and groups to spend their trip.
Turks and Caicos offers plenty of luxury around the various resorts and holiday homes in places like Grace Bay and Thompson Cove, and the seafood restaurants around the islands are also highly recommended. If watersports and fine dining are on your holiday itinerary, this is the place to visit.
Snorkelling and scuba diving are popular activities in St Lucia, but so is hiking in places like the Tet Paul Nature Trail, Gros Piton and even Petit Piton if you’re ready for a challenging climb. If you tire of swimming in the sea, St Lucia is home to mineral pools and even natural hot springs, which are located alongside a spectacular drive-in volcano.
If you want to spend your holiday enjoying the diversity of the Caribbean’s landscapes and topography, or fancy staying somewhere with a lot of activities on offer, St Lucia is definitely one of the best islands to visit in the Caribbean.
If you and your partner are foodies, Jamaica is definitely one of the best places to go in the Caribbean, as the culinary offering here is unrivalled. You could spend every evening sampling the dishes from restaurants and street food vendors and always find new flavours to discover, whether you’re sampling curries, fried chicken or desserts.
Music is another brilliant aspect of Jamaican culture, so if you’re visiting the island with a desire to enjoy the nightlife, you won’t be disappointed. It’s the diversity of holiday experiences that makes Jamaica such a good place for groups of couples to visit, which is why it remains one of the most exciting and romantic islands.
If you’re looking for a destination in the Caribbean with a focus on eco-tourism, Grenada is a great choice for more environmentally-conscious couples. When you’re not spending time on the beaches or in the towns, you can hike through the forests and up the mountains, or explore the underwater scenery off the coast of the island.
For a particularly romantic experience, take a boat trip to one of the uninhabited Tobago Cays close to Grenada, and enjoy smooth sailing, unspoiled scenery and brilliant diving opportunities.
If great food, nights out and music are your preferences for an evening on holiday, places like Santo Domingo or Punta Cana offer plenty of options. In contrast, the Dominican Republic is also home to unspoiled swathes of scenery, with places like Samaná Bay and Parque Nacional del Este showcasing the best of the island’s natural beauty.
Punta Cana, a resort town with some of the longest white-sand beaches in the country, is a great place to stay in the Dominican Republic. There’s also a fantastic golf course, brilliant restaurants, spas for relaxation and adventure parks for younger guests, making this a great place to visit on a multi-generation trip involving couples and their families.
St. Kitts and Nevis are some of the best islands in the Caribbean for couples who want to stay somewhere that feels off the beaten path and won’t have the same touristy atmosphere of some of the larger islands in the area. Spend time on the beaches, hike through the forests and relax with your partner and friends surrounded by the beautiful tropical scenery.
It’s easy to travel between St Kitts and Nevis and each island can be explored in about a day, so no matter where you’re staying, you’ve got a range of places to visit and things to do across the small nation.
If you’re looking for a villa to rent in the Caribbean that is perfect for couples and groups of couples, The Villa Collection has an extensive range in the region with something for all kinds of travellers. Take a look at our Caribbean villas or get in touch to speak to our team about what you’re looking for on an unforgettable Caribbean holiday.