6 Caribbean Islands That’ll Make You Want to Ditch Home This Holiday Season

Dreaming of a white-sand Christmas? The beaches on this string of gorgeous Caribbean islands are arguably the best, thanks to a large reef system offshore that keeps the blue water calm and clear. Winter is understandably a heavenly time to visit, and this year, Airbnb is seeing an increase in travelers for Christmas and New Year’s by 128 and 79 percent, respectively. Aside from enjoying the beaches and breezy 80-degree weather, visitors can also indulge in moonlit meals by the sea, bonfire parties, and the day-after-Christmas Maskanoo Festival, an extravaganza featuring live music, local food, arts, and entertainment.