Curator’s statement
A tiny flat island in the British West Indies, Anguilla is a slice of paradise full of friendly locals, incredible white sand beaches and the most beautiful turquoise water. The island is so small that cruise ships are not allowed to dock here, making for a more serene and less crowded vacation experience. The food is top-notch, and there is no shortage of casual feet-in-the-sand beach bars. Anguilla is my absolute favorite tropical destination, because it truly encompasses the down-to-earth authenticity of the Caribbean, while offering upscale accommodations and dining.
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Where to stay in Anguilla
Malliouhana Resort
Located on Anguilla's Meads Bay, this oceanfront resort's open-air restaurant, full-service spa and two infinity pools make for optimal vacation vibes.
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Cap Juluca, A Belmond Hotel, Anguilla
Mediterranean-style property along a white-sand beach.
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Four Seasons Resort And Residences Anguilla
Overlooking an arc of white sand, this prized resort shows off gorgeous Kelly Wearstler–designed suites and villas, seaside restaurants and a plethora of watersports.
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Frangipani Beach Resort
Escape to paradise at Frangipani Beach Resort, where pristine sands, turquoise waters and unrivaled luxury await.
Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club
Sprawling resort in Anguilla spanning over 300 acres with an 18-hole course, outdoor pool and spa.
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Things to do in Anguilla
Beaches
Meads Bay: A long, beautiful white sand beach, great for walking to a variety of beach bars, fancy hotels and restaurants. The water here is inviting with infinite shades of blue and turquoise.
Rendezvous Bay: This beach is home to a couple of great beach bars and the new Aurora Anguilla Resort. Fabulous for swimming, there’s even a floating raft you can swim out to – enjoy the beautiful views across the bay of hilly St Maarten.
Shoal Bay: Incredibly calm water, excellent for swimming. Come on a Sunday to experience the live reggae music at Gwen’s Reggae Grill.
Excursions
Charter a beach-hopping boat tour to snorkel and discover secret cays such as sandy island, prickly pear island and little bay.
Live music at Bankie Banx's Dune Preserve
Owned by the famous Anguillan musician Bankie Banx, this is truly a unique place - a rustic wooden structure on the beach, built like a tree house, with multiple levels and secret hangout spots. Go on a Sunday for live music and dance the afternoon away with a rum punch in hand. There are also evening performances by Bankie and his band. And, if you want a real island music experience, you should go for the MoonSplash Festival in March.
Spa at Malliouhana
The spa at the absolutely gorgeous Malliouhana Resort was named one of the “World’s Best Hotel Spas” by Harper’s Bazaar. Relax after your treatment in the infinity pool overlooking the Caribbean sea, and stay for cocktails and lunch on the terrace with a view at Bar Soleil.
Day Trips
You can easily take a quick puddle jumper flight to St. Barths for the day if you want to experience a taste of the French Caribbean.
Places to eat & drink in Anguilla
Restaurants
Blanchards: Excellent restaurant for dinner on Meads Bay, featuring fresh seafood with delicious tropical sauces and incredible desserts. Get the grilled langoustines, and if you're a rum connoisseur, check out their impressive and extensive rum list.
Dolce Vita: Lively Italian restaurant on Sandy Ground with a friendly staff and delicious food – highly recommend the linguine with lobster, eggplant parmesan and gnocchi a la gorgonzola.
Jacala: French fine dining restaurant on Meads Bay - go for a long, lazy lunch with a view or a nice dinner. Excellent service and French cuisine on the beach.
Beach Bars
Sunshine Shack: Garvey’s Sunshine Shack is a colorful, lively and casual watering hole on Rendezvous Bay beach. Rustic tables and stools in the sand, amazing BBQ with Garvey himself behind the grill and tropical drinks. Hang out and swim out to the floating raft after your lunch, and take in the views of the lush green hills on St. Maarten across the bay.
Cap Shack: Part of Cap Juluca Resort, this casual lunch spot has a VW bus with a vintage food truck vibe parked on the beach, serving up delicious BBQ ribs. Sink into the most comfortable papasan chairs with your feet in the soft white sand and chat with the super friendly staff.
Elvis Beach Bar: A bar built out of an old wooden boat on the beach in Sandy Ground, this is the perfect place to watch the sunset with a rum punch in hand and feet in the sand. Elvis himself will most likely be there - and you’ll know it’s him because he’ll be behind the bar chatting with all of his customers - and he’ll be wearing a basketball jersey.
Gwen’s Reggae Grill: Go on a Sunday for live reggae from the local Scratch Band – some of whose instruments are handmade – and order the best rum punch you’ll ever have from the wonderful Gwen herself. Relax in a hammock on the beach or listen to the tunes while floating in the calm waters of Shoal Bay.
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