Anguilla is the quintessential Caribbean paradise: chalk-white beaches with turquoise shallows, palm-fringed beach bars and rum punches spilling from ice-packed coconut shells. The Valley is the capital, and a favorite vacation spot of water lovers.

Impossibly perfect beaches such as Rendezvous Bay and Shoal Bay mean Anguilla sets the standard for beauty across the Caribbean. This paradise island has a character that’s all its own, from fun beach bars to fine dining and opportunities to dive shipwrecks, you can snorkel alongside turtles or paddle your own route in glass-bottomed kayaks under a starry sky. Its extraordinary, idyllic beaches are the stuff of screensavers. Rendevous Bay is a sweeping crescent of white sand and turquoise Caribbean Sea on the west side of the island, with views of St. Martin (Anguilla’s eastern beaches are on the Atlantic Ocean). Shoal Bay is another local icon that offers yet more of Anguilla’s hyperreal palette of dazzling white sand and cobalt waters. Year-round fair weather makes enjoying any of the island’s 33 public beaches effortless.

Take a break from lying supine on a beach and give your day some direction, by walking the self-guided Anguilla Heritage Trail. This map guides visitors to sites of historic and cultural importance and offers a welcome layer of social context that you might otherwise miss. For those looking for something to escape the heat, a visit to the island’s National Heritage Museum is a must.

If you are in the mood for a little more adventure, take a fishing boat from Crocus Bay and you’ll reach the romantic cove of Little Bay, a prime snorkeling spot where rocky outcrops offer the chance to swim with sea turtles. Alternatively, sit and soak up the view in the relative solitude that a beach reached only by a dedicated boat trip can afford. Meanwhile, a short boat trip from Sandy Ground will deliver you to the arrestingly beautiful, uninhabited islands of Prickly Pear Cays or Sandy Island Cay. These are the sorts of desert islands one wouldn’t mind being stuck on for quite some time, particularly given that even with no overnight residents, you can still find a cold drink and a grill to hand. After active days in the sun and sea, enjoy an active nightlife community filled with fun Caribbean beach bars or retreat to your villa and relax in the privacy of your luxury vacation home.

Anguilla, with its Caribbean climate, enjoys warm weather year-round. December to April is the dry season, characterized by sunny, pleasant conditions ideal for relaxing on the island's pristine beaches, snorkeling, and enjoying water sports. This period is perfect for exploring Anguilla's stunning coastline, dining at beachfront restaurants, and experiencing the island's vibrant cultural events and festivals.

May to November is the wet season, bringing occasional rain showers. Even with occasional rain, this season provides a peaceful atmosphere with fewer tourists and vibrant, lush landscapes.. It's a great time for exploring Anguilla's natural beauty, including its secluded beaches and marine life. The warm waters remain inviting, making it an excellent time for diving, fishing, and enjoying the island's serene environment.

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