The Caribbean sargassum crisis continues to intensify with 2025 shaping up to be one of the most challenging years on record. Many reports indicate that huge mats of sargassum are washing up on beaches throughout the Caribbean, including Anguilla, Barbados, Bonaire, Curacao, St. Lucia and Saint Martin.
However, there's good news for travelers seeking sargassum-free destinations. Strategic locations like Amanera on the Dominican Republic's north coast, Hilton Aruba and Amanyara remain largely unaffected by sargassum.
Amanera, Dominican Republic
Located on the pristine north coast of the Dominican Republic, Amanera overlooks the golden sands of Playa Grande beach and enjoys a privileged position on the Atlantic Ocean. Thanks to its strategic northern location, the resort remains largely unaffected by the sargassum seaweed that has plagued many Caribbean destinations in recent years. The prevailing ocean currents and trade winds along the north coast create natural barriers that protect this coastline from the massive sargassum blooms that impact other regions. Offering 25 casitas and private Aman Villas to own, the resort rests alongside the clifftop fairways of the private Playa Grande Golf & Ocean Club, and features multiple dining venues, an Aman Spa and a Beach Club. Guests can enjoy year-round access to pristine, seaweed-free beaches while experiencing the unparalleled luxury and tranquility that Amanera is renowned for.
Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, Aruba
Nestled on 15 tropical acres of white sand beach and lush gardens, Hilton Aruba is located within the protected ABC islands. Aruba is famously located outside of the hurricane belt, and the resort is also unaffected by the sargassum. Guests can lounge at one of the resort’s many covered palapas while enjoying nearly year-round sunshine and gentle, breezy weather. The resort owns the widest stretch of beach on Palm Beach for guests to enjoy. Additionally, the hotel is currently undergoing a property-wide renovation, including the introduction of a new tower which will open later this year.
Amanyara, Turks & Caicos
Set on the secluded shores of Northwest Point Marine National Park, Amanyara enjoys a pristine stretch of white-sand beach that remains untouched by sargassum. Thanks to its location on the leeward side of Providenciales in Turks & Caicos, the resort’s coastline stays clear, offering calm, swimmable waters year-round. Guests can relax in peace along the 800-meter beach, snorkel just offshore in crystal-clear seas, or enjoy paddleboarding and sailing directly from the shore—all without the seasonal seaweed interruptions found elsewhere in the region.
