After I started writing about travel professionally in 1997, the islands of the Caribbean quickly became my favorite stomping grounds.
By 2008 I was covering the Caribbean islands for countless airline and hotel magazines (including American Way, Cayman Airways’ Skies, Destination Marriott, Hilton Hotels, etc.).
One of the most common questions we got during our travel adventures was, “Is the Caribbean safe?” People asked which Caribbean countries had the highest crime rate, and which Caribbean islands are safest.
Our answer was always the same: Most of the Caribbean islands are just as safe as US cities, with rare exceptions like Haiti. You just have to leave your valuables in the hotel, and use some common sense.
But when it comes to the safest islands to visit, the Caribbean does have a few places that stand out. Perhaps not surprisingly, many of them also rank among the most expensive Caribbean islands!
Read on for our in-depth guide to the 10 Safest Caribbean Islands, including an overview of the safety concerns on each island as well as an overview of fun things to do there.
SAFEST CARIBBEAN ISLANDS GUIDE
- Anguilla
- Antigua & Barbuda
- Aruba
- Barbados
- British Virgin Islands
- Grenada
- Montserrat
- Saint-Barthélemy
- Saint Lucia
- Turks and Caicos
1. Anguilla
One of many Leeward Islands you’ll find on our list of the safest Caribbean islands, Anguilla is a beloved British Overseas Territory that includes a 35-square-mile main island and several offshore islets.
Part of a federation with St. Kitts & Nevis until 1980, Anguilla was named for its eel-like shape. It’s known for its gorgeous blue surf, ecologically important coral reef systems, and wonderful white sand beaches.
The culture is a mix of indigenous Amerindians, European settlers, and descendants of enslaved Africans (which make up 90% of the population).
Check out the Festival Del Mar in April or the Anguilla Summer Festival in August to get a taste of the island’s rich cultural heritage.
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