Luxury Caribbean Island Hopping
My first stay was spent in East Winds, St Lucia. From the moment I arrived at the hotel, I felt totally relaxed. The gardens were huge and beautiful, lots of species of birds was a delight. The whole experience of staying here is one of total relaxation in an elegant informal surrounding. The staff were so friendly and attentive. I really enjoyed the Yoga held in the outside pavilion and the teacher is fantastic! Spa treatments were amazing too. Their set menus are perfect and huge choice and I loved the open-air restaurant positioned by the beach. Beautiful location and very, very friendly staff. I loved the reception held in the lounge plus rum tasting too where guests meet each other and hotel owner Judith too.
My next stay was a short flight over to St Vincent and staying at Young Island in St Vincent & The Grenadines, a short crossing was a great experience to start a holiday. I was lucky to be allocated Duvernette Suite, this two-bedroom hillside cottage features king-size beds, spacious separate living and dining areas and air-conditioning. The cottage is perched at the top of Young Island with incredible views of the sea, Fort Duvernette, St. Vincent and Bequia. Breakfast was amazing and enjoyed trying the homemade bread which was INCREDIBLE! Pirates of the Caribbean was filmed on St Vincent and you can take a Pirates of the Caribbean tour to the set, which we did, and it was fabulous!
From St Vincent – we took a ferry crossing over to Bequia, this stunning Island in the Grenadines, which has yet to be spoilt with mass tourism and my own personal favourite. The Bequia Beach hotel remains unique as far as experiences go. All rooms were spacious and most had great sea views. A real jewel of the Caribbean that would not disappoint anyone. Food fabulous at Bagatelle and Jacks bar/location was unbeatable – all staff at the hotel were fantastic and so were locals too, a place I would love to return back too!
Next stop was a short flight over to Barbados and a stay at Good Little Harbour, a scattering of whitewashed coral-stone cottages, the seaside hotel smacks of unpretentious luxury – the perfect in-the-know hidey-hole for Caribbean beach-bunnies. The Fish Pot restaurant was a truly memorable experience and one of the most celebrated spots on Barbados. The food we experienced was exceptional, which I am sure is why so many people, not just guests, visit on a regular basis. Graham & his team were very accommodating and friendly.
Lastly was another flight over to Antigua and stay at the stunning Curtain Bluff – a beautiful premier all inclusive resort. The Sea Grape and Tamarind restaurant served the most varied and interesting cuisine. The spa is incredible, and they really give you the best experience from before sitting up on the terrace & after with refreshments and nibbles! Entertainment was really good on both nights we stayed and I would also recommend the Cellar tour (with wine tasting too!) There’s two beaches which were fantastic. I really loved the snorkelling trip and that staff came into the sea with us to ensure we felt safe whatever level of swimmer you are. The spa area is right on the waterfront and is beautiful, the relaxation area, which is 5,000 square feet, overlooks the Caribbean Sea and it is really peaceful and tranquil – if you are looking for something truly special, I would recommend Curtain Bluff.