If you’re choosing to take your holiday in the Caribbean, then you’ll want to be at the very best beaches. But with so many gorgeous places to relax amongst sun, sea, and sand, how can you possibly choose? Whether you’re choosing your accommodation based on the beaches, or simply want to know the best places to go when you’re touring the area, a little help goes a long way. Here, we’ve picked the best of the best, so that you can make an informed decision when it comes to your beach days!

Pink Sands, the Bahamas

If pink sand doesn’t do it for you, we don’t know what will. The rich salmon-coloured sand is a treat to witness during sunset, whilst the water is beautifully blue, making it perfect for swimming and exploring, especially with its warm, welcoming temperature. Beachside restaurants make for perfect lunchtime or dinner retreats, whilst the local area has plenty of shopping and activities on offer. You can also easily book your stay through Sunway.

Eagle Beach, Aruba

Featuring exotic palm trees and gorgeous, light-coloured sand, Eagle Beach is tranquil and relaxing, seeing slightly less footfall than some of its neighbouring beaches. It’s pretty wide too, so you’re usually quite likely to find somewhere to settle for the day, even when it’s busy. The water is gentle, making it ideal for some casual swimming, and you can take residence in a local hotel.

Crane Beach, Barbados

The soft, fluffy sand of Crane Beach is made from pulverised coral, making it both fine and unique. This coral-lined coastline is the perfect beach destination for divers, with plenty of marine life to explore. Surfers love this place and some swimmers too – but strong currents mean that the waters are appropriate for only the strongest of swimmers. One unique draw of this beautiful beach is the glass-front beach elevator, which is the only one of its kind in the East Caribbean.

Harrismith Beach, Barbados

Lined with tall palm trees and high cliffs, with a steep set of stone steps as its access, Harrismith Beach isn’t the most accessible beach in the Caribbean, but it more than makes up for it in beauty. A shallow lagoon makes it tranquil and relaxing, as well as unique, whilst the old plantation ruins nearby offer a little bit of history. This beach is a real gem, with a cosy and intimate feel, but remember that, as there’s no lifeguard, you’re really on your own.

Palm Beach, Aruba

Gorgeous white sands fill the two-mile-long Palm Beach, making it a sight to behold. Clear waters mean it’s a stunning swim, in great conditions, as well as having a relaxing atmosphere. Nearby, the bright lights of the northwest await, filled with nightclubs and casinos, giving you the best of both worlds. The beach itself is pretty child-friendly, making it a great location for families, and there are plenty of local eateries to choose from for both lunch and dinner.

Green Beach, Puerto Rico

Situated on the island of Vieques, Green Beach’s name speaks for itself and it truly is a tropical paradise. Lush green foliage lines this pretty beach, which features light golden sand that’s ideal for relaxing on. If you’re a more active holiday-maker, you might enjoy some surfing and snorkelling too, whilst the children will enjoy the shallow pools full of pretty, appealing fish, and bird-lovers will be in their element with plenty to look at.

Marigot Beach, St Lucia

Peaceful and relaxing, Marigot Beach holds a small surprise. It’s actually an old battleground of the French and the English, making this a historic visit as well as a relaxing one. Just as interesting is the green vegetation that lines the coast and the pretty turquoise waters. Visiting yachters mean there’s plenty to see, and always plenty of activity, adding an extra dimension to this pleasant beach.