The Caribbean’s Nature Island was named best in class in the 2022 World’s Best Awards

Ranking activities and sights, natural attractions and beaches, food, friendliness and overall value, Travel + Leisure’s annual World’s Best Awards has listed Dominica as the top island in the Caribbean. Described as “stunning” and “anything-but-average,” this hidden gem is a dream come true for eco-travelers, hikers, snorkelers, but also travelers seeking a luxury experience. Cabrits Resort & Spa Kempinski Dominica, the island’s premier luxury resort, serves as the ultimate basecamp for authentic outdoor experiences without sacrificing on service and comfort. Getting to the island is now easier than ever, thanks to relaxed entry restrictions and new daily nonstop service between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Douglas-Charles International Airport (DOM).

Known as the “Nature Island” for its lush tropical rainforest and wooded mountains, Dominica is secluded from mass tourism, making it an ideal destination for travelers seeking the ultimate in space, privacy and eco-adventure pursuits. With its jaw-dropping nature views, rainforests, waterfalls, volcanoes and black-sand beaches, the island offers unforgettable experiences that are a rarity in today’s over-crowded and over-developed destinations. 

Surrounded by abundant natural beauty and numerous opportunities for eco-adventures, Cabrits Resort & Spa Kempinski Dominica proves to be the perfect setting for an unforgettable getaway. From the resort’s central location, families, nature lovers, historians and hikers can explore Cabrits National Park and enjoy excursions to nearby caves, hot springs and waterfalls.

The top 25 islands according to Travel + Leisure readers are:

1. Dominica
2. St Vincent and the Grenadines
3. Anguilla
4. Exuma, Bahamas
5. St Lucia
6. Grenada
7. Turks and Caicos
8. St Bart’s
9. Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands
10. St John, US Virgin Islands
11. Aruba
12. Harbour Island, Bahamas
13. Cuba
14. Vieques, Puerto Rico
15. Nevis
16. Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
17. Bermuda
18. Bonaire
19. Jamaica
20. Cayman Islands
21. Antigua
22. Barbados
23. Tortola, British Virgin Islands
24. Eleuthera, Bahamas
25. St Maarten/St Martin

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