As winter approaches, the Caribbean offers a close and convenient option for travelers looking to swap snow for sun-kissed sand. From new villas on private islands to hands-on culinary experiences and expanded flight routes, it’s the ideal destination for a luxurious cold weather escape.
New Villas on the Iconic Private Island of Mustique – Mustique Island (St. Vincent and the Grenadines)
Just a hundred miles west of Barbados, the iconic private island of Mustique is set within the Caribbean archipelago nation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Mustique offers a wildly diverse villa portfolio showcasing some of the most visionary and innovative villa designs in the Caribbean. Each villa is complete with a team of chefs, butlers, and housekeepers who provide the very best experience while on island. There is also the Cotton House Hotel featuring 17 suites and cottages. Guests of the Cotton House enjoy access to the hotel’s fitness center and to exclusive treatments at the spa and wellness center. Cuisine is supreme, from refreshing cocktails at The Great Room Bar to fine dishes at the Veranda Restaurant and relaxed bites by the sea at the hotel’s Beach Café.Guests of the island can also treat themselves to dinner and live jazz at the internationally renowned waterfront Basil’s Bar. The activities range from hiking, snorkeling, tennis, horsbeack riding and more. Mustique also happens to be one of the most private and safest places in the world, with a first-class security and medical team on island.
A Private Island Escape with No Passport Required From the US - Lovango Resort & Beach Club (St. John USVI)
Located on a private island just 10 minutes by ferry from St. John and St. Thomas, Lovango features overnight accommodation ranging from luxury treehouses and glamping tents to a private three-bedroom villa, and new (December 2024) one- and two-bedroom villas. Overnight guests enjoy exclusive complimentary amenities including USVI’s only Beach Club, a resort ferry for day trips to neighboring islands, concierge services and snorkeling gear.
This winter, the resort will launch new ocean view one- and two-bedroom villas. The villas are fully air-conditioned and offer beautiful ocean views with a covered deck and a large bathroom with an outdoor shower. The open-air porch is accessed by French doors and have a roof above and seating with a view. The villas can sleep either a couple or a family of 2 adults and up to 2 children.
Indulge in New Culinary Experiences - Golden Rock Resort (Sint Eustatius, Dutch Caribbean)
Golden Rock Resort is located on the under-the-radar island of Sint Eustatius (aka Statia), nestled between St Maarten and St Kitts. The island's first luxury eco and nature-retreat, the 40-acre property boasts 75 contemporary designed rooms, suites and cottages all with panoramic ocean views. Facilities include two restaurants, a spa, swimming pools, a seventeen-hole mini golf course, and a new (summer 2024) PADI Dive Center.
This season, the resort will introduce hands-on culinary programming featuring ingredients directly from their on-site 20,000 sq ft greenhouse -- from a make-your-own blush tea with herbs grown from nutrient-dense volcanic soil to a complete cocktail making class with botanical-inspired cocktails garnished with flowers. Guests will have the chance to tour the greenhouse, pick their own ingredients and work directly with the team to create their unique concoctions.
Additional Airlift Direct from Miami to Anguilla Coming this Winter - Altamer Luxury Villas (Shoal Bay West, Anguilla)
Located on Anguilla’s Shoal Bay West, Altamer Luxury Villas offer three sprawling living spaces and access to pools overlooking the sparkling waters of the Caribbean Sea. Designed by renowned architect, Myron Goldfinger, the villas’ unique shapes blend contemporary design with island-inspired charm.
Starting this December 2024 and continuing through March 2025, American Airlines will add a third nonstop Saturday flight from Miami to Anguilla. This increased service provides the perfect opportunity to explore the island's 33 stunning beaches and turquoise waters. For those traveling with a larger group of friends or multigenerational families, Altamer Luxury Villas offers a bespoke concierge service and all the amenities of a hotel within your own private island getaway.
Discover Paradise: Delta's New Route to Playa Grande Beach Club in Puerto Plata! - Playa Grande Beach Club (Dominican Republic)
Nestled along the northern coast, Playa Grande Beach Club awaits, offering a pastel paradise designed by renowned interior designer Celerie Kemble. The resort seamlessly blends traditional Dominican colonial architecture with a Palm Beach and vintage aesthetic, featuring beachfront buildings and bungalows. Guests are accommodated in nine individual bungalows with spacious kitchens, well-appointed bathrooms, and wraparound balconies, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and cabanas. Playa Grande Beach Club invites guests to embrace the authentic Dominican culture in a haven of timeless elegance.
Embark on a journey of luxury and tranquility with Delta's new daily service to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, commencing on November 23. Unveiling the historical gems of the Fort of San Felipe and the lively Amber Cove, this route is a gateway to the golden beaches of Playa Grande.
