In 1648, the French and Dutch are said to have divided Saint Martin/Sint Maarten by walking in opposite directions from a central point. Explore Marigot, with colonial houses, markets, Creole charm, and codfish fritters; climb Fort Louis for bay views and a glimpse of Anguilla. In Grand Case, try traditional lolo restaurants. On the Dutch side, casinos, duty-free shops, and Mullet Bay's white sands and turquoise waves add a livelier contrast.

Virgin Gorda, set in the vivid blue waters of the BVIs, is nature's quiet rebel: untamed yet refined. At its heart are the Baths, an otherworldly maze of ancient granite boulders shaped by time into tidal pools, grottoes, and sunlit chambers. Beyond lie pristine beaches, clear waters, and hillside views-luxury defined by space, privacy, and a timeless connection to nature.

Six nautical miles north of Anguilla, this wild islet feels like a mirage in turquoise water: a protected sanctuary of white sand, clear seas, and open skies. Frigates and terns wheel overhead, while vibrant reefs make it a snorkeler's dream. Raw yet refined, the reserve offers pure escape-sun, silence, and a grilled lobster with chilled cocktails.

In 1648, the French and Dutch are said to have divided Saint Martin/Sint Maarten by walking in opposite directions from a central point. Explore Marigot, with colonial houses, markets, Creole charm, and codfish fritters; climb Fort Louis for bay views and a glimpse of Anguilla. In Grand Case, try traditional lolo restaurants. On the Dutch side, casinos, duty-free shops, and Mullet Bay's white sands and turquoise waves add a livelier contrast.