Anguilla Honeymoon

Discover Anguilla – one of the Caribbean’s most chic destinations – for the perfect honeymoon or romantic getaway holiday. Anguilla is a favourite haven of the rich and famous, who seem to appreciate its unhurried pace, serenity and seclusion.

Things to do and see
Blessed with 19km of pristine shoreline fringed by soft powder-white beaches and lapped by crystalline turquoise waters perfect for swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving, Anguilla is fast losing its status as the one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets.

For now however, you can still expect to avoid casinos, package tour crowds, cruise ships and duty free shopping on Anguilla; for that, head to neighbouring St Martin/St Maarten.

Unwind on one of Anguilla's idyllic white-sand beaches, explore the shoreline by kayak to discover your own hidden cove then snorkel offshore coral gardens and dive sunken wrecks and underwater marine parks to see schools of rainbow-hued tropical fish.

Climb to the highest point on the island – Crocus Hill, 60m above sea level – for panoramic views. Ponder the ruins of the 18th century Dutch Fort at Sandy Hill and the well-preserved Tomb of Governor Richardson (1679 to 1742) then tour the impressive Wallblake House, a restored plantation house that dates back to 1787.

Take a day trip to a desert island paradise such as Sandy, Scrub, Dog and Prickly Pear islands, where you can safely play Robinson Crusoe for a few hours on soft powder-white sand surrounded by gin-clear waters that are perfect for swimming and snorkelling.

Then relax beneath shady palm and sea-grape trees with a pre-prepared picnic or enjoy freshly grilled lobster and a cold drink at a beachside restaurant. Nearby St Maarten/St Martin and St Barthelémy offer great day trip choices, easily reached by ferry or plane.

Anguilla is renowned for its excellent selection of award-winning restaurants, with the emphasis on al fresco dining and laid-back evening entertainment at beach bars and hotel nightclubs.

Accommodation
The island offers a range of accommodation options, including the very classy Cap Juluca resort, which faces the shimmering white sands of Maundays Bay.

A mainly flat coral island, Anguilla has been a self-governing British Dependent Territory since gaining independence in 1980 from an unwanted federation with St Kitts and Nevis.

Best time to visit Anguilla?
The best time to visit Anguilla is from December to May, with an average temperature of 25°C and a high of 28°C. Rainfall is slight throughout the year, with the rainiest month being November. For more climate info: Anguilla Weather Guide

Location – Anguilla is the northernmost of the Leeward Islands and comprises several small islets including Sombrero Island, lying 48km to the north.
St Martin/St Maarten sits 8km south of Anguilla, while St Kitts and Nevis are 113km to the southeast.

Getting there – By air, Anguilla’s Wallblake Airport receives daily flights from neighbouring Caribbean islands such as Antigua, St Thomas and San Juan in Puerto Rico. By sea, half-hourly public ferries run between the ports of Marigot Bay, St Martin/St Maarten and Blowing Point, Anguilla, taking just 25 minutes. How to get to Anguilla . . .