Anguilla

Anguilla, a British Overseas Territory in the Eastern Caribbean, comprises a small main island and several offshore islets. Just off the beaten path, which helps protect its unique character and exclusivity, it’s the northernmost island of the Leeward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean. It’s about 150 miles east of Puerto Rico and nine miles north of St. Martin and is easily accessible via flights from North America, Latin America and Europe. Its beaches range from long sandy stretches like Rendezvous Bay, overlooking neighboring Saint Martin island, to secluded coves reached by boat, such as at Little Bay. Protected areas include Big Spring Cave, known for its prehistoric petroglyphs, and East End Pond, a wildlife conservation site.

The main island harbours roaming goats, salt ponds teeming with birds and beaches where sea turtles nest. Stoney Ground Marine Park features the remains of El Buen Consejo, a Spanish galleon shipwrecked in 1772. The Heritage Collection Museum showcases Arawak Indian tools and other Anguillan historic artefacts. Along the Heritage Trail in the capital, The Valley, are landmarks like Wallblake House, a 1787 plantation home. To the southwest is a golf course designed by celebrity golfer Greg Norman. Offshore are the uninhabited Prickly Pear Cays and Dog Island, popular for day sailing trips and snorkelling.