Best Beaches in the Caribbean

Sparkling clear water, bright blue skies, and white sand between your toes - finding beautiful scenery in the Caribbean couldn't be easier.

So how do you decide on the best beach to lay on during your vacation? It's most important to take into consideration how you'll be spending your time. The person looking for great jet skiing and bars isn't looking for a remote island in a nature preserve, but that may be exactly what a couple on a romantic getaway wants.

Active beachgoers who don't see themselves sunbathing all day will find their paradise on beaches like Eagle Beach in Aruba. This beach offers all types of watersports, plenty of restaurant options, and miles of beach for a pick up football game. Snorkelers in the Caribbean will have their pick of great beaches with reefs just a swim away. Trunk Bay on St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands is a perfect spot for beginners and families. For those who want total seclusion, try making the trip to Englishman's Bay in Tobago.

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Grace Bay Beach is easily the best and most beautiful beach on the island of Providenciales. One of the best parts is that all beaches on the island are free, as they are state property. This beach is the best bet for tourists looking to sunbathe, snorkel, and enjoy the luxurious hotels and restaurants in the area.

White Bay is the perfect choice for a beach bum who envisions themselves soaking up the rays, cocktail in hand. Most of the tourists here swim in from boats anchored in the bay and grab a “painkiller” cocktail from the aptly named Soggy Dollar Bar.

This small island has some of the most preserved beaches in Puerto Rico. Many of the island’s beaches are now maintained by the U.S. Park Service, since the island was once used as a U.S. military base.

At this beach it’s all about the snorkeling and swimming in the 2 1/2-mile-long bay. Tourists to the island either stay at one of the beachside accommodations or travel to Shoal Bay as a day trip from St. Martin. If you're only staying for the day, stick around into the nightfall - the sunsets here are unforgettable.

Bask in the tropical sun or snorkel the Underwater Trail through the reef - either way, the pristine Trunk Bay on St John is sure to be a favorite.

This small island is home to five of the most fabulous beaches in the Caribbean. It's also home to the luxurious Palm Island Resort.

The New England Patriots could be on this beach if they accept Aruba's offer.

Playa Rincon is regarded as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and it’s easy to see why. To get here, either take a boat from Las Galeras or hire a jeep or SUV to drive down the bumpy road to the beach.

This hidden beach is a perfect escape from the popular crowded beaches on the Western side of Tobago. Englishman’s Beach doesn’t have all the amenities you’d find elsewhere on the island, but the pristine beach and one great restaurant (Eula) is all anyone could ever need.

This one-mile-long beach is perfect for windsurfers and snorkelers, who want to explore a coral reef located near the beach. The beach is a beautiful uncrowded alternative for those who have rented a car.