The largest Caribbean island with a tropical climate and sunshine all year round has been ranked the best country to visit as it offers an “experience like no other”.
With November temperatures hovering around 28C coupled with a blanket of lush forests, sandy beaches and dynamic music, Cuba is a must-visit destination.
The diverse country is bustling with art and culture with a free-spirited atmosphere. With a feel like nowhere else, Cuba was born out of revolution which is reflected in its array of vintage cars, soundtracks and architecture.
New data from Telegraph Travel shows the best countries to visit in the Caribbean by scoring them based upon three different categories: natural wonders, experience and environment and luxuries.
The overall score for each country places Cuba as the winner.
There are 750 miles of island to be explored, each loaded with tropical beauty. Cuba’s world famous beaches with white sands are enough of a reason to make a trip this winter. Travellers will be able to spot small turtles roaming the shores while sipping a world-class mojito – this makes the 10-hour flight from the UK worth it.
However, the country is just one of many beautiful islands in the Caribbean, each with a unique offering.
The top 10 islands in the Caribbean to visit are:
- Cuba
- The Bahamas
- Dominican Republic
- Barbados
- Jamaica
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Dominica
- Saint Lucia
- Aruba
For the individual rankings, the Bahamas came out top for natural wonders, Cuba claimed first place again for experience and environment and Saint Martin placed as number one for luxuries.
For those looking for a more affordable holiday while maintaining a luxurious feel, the Dominican Republic is the cheapest Caribbean island. With prices 25.37% lower than the UK, travellers can enjoy the wonders of the island without breaking the bank.
Despite being a popular destination among Brist, the Bahamas has the lowest population density at just 40 people per square kilometre. In the off season, visitors can enjoy the island’s offerings without feeling too overcrowded.
Although many Caribbean islands promise sunshine and warm weather all year round, for the holidaymakers wanting the best chance of avoiding bad weather, Anguilla has the fewest annual days of rainfall – just 40 days per year.
