11 Secret Caribbean Resorts That Are Pure Heaven on Earth

An 850-acre private island provides the perfect formula for losing yourself on dreamy beaches and along remote forest tracks, then finding yourself again at cocktail hour: that’s the routine on beautiful Guana Island, where a few lucky souls gather at dusk each day to raise glasses on the Sunset Terrace, an open-air patio perched on a ridgeline overlooking the Atlantic. The island is rich in natural beauty, including perfect white-sand beaches, lofty walking trails and even an orchard, where guests can stop and sample the tropical bounty: papaya, jackfruit, soursop, and fresh coconuts. After dark, the resort is lit with tiki torches and the restaurant begins dazzling diners with inventive dishes from chef Kael Mendoza, whose Mexican heritage and impressive resume elevate the experience to even greater heights.