Food, villas and an established west coast
Barbados
The west coast is associated with calm Caribbean water and renowned hotels and villas; the south is livelier, while the Atlantic-facing east feels wilder.
The Farr destinations
Caribbean
Distinctive islands, long beach days and holidays with their own rhythm.
Pictured: Secrets Cap Cana
The destination, considered
Find your island rhythm.
The Caribbean is a collection of distinct destinations. Our featured hotel guide begins in Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic; tell us if Barbados, Saint Lucia, Antigua or another island is the place you have in mind.
Your personal concierge helps you compare the setting, the accommodation and the practical details, then handles your booking from start to finish.
The destination, properly understood
Caribbean,
in greater detail.
The Caribbean is a region, not a single style of holiday. Island character, sea conditions, air access and hotel position should lead the choice.
Region-by-region guidanceSeasonal contextConcierge planning notes
Where to stay
Four distinct ways
to experience it.
Beaches and easy sailing
Antigua
Antigua suits travellers who want a resort base with coves, sailing and historic Nelson’s Dockyard within reach.
Mountain scenery and romantic retreats
Saint Lucia
The Pitons and forested southwest create dramatic settings; the north offers a different mix of marina, restaurants and resort life.
Large resorts and varied regions
Dominican Republic
Punta Cana and Cap Cana offer extensive resort infrastructure. The country also includes historic Santo Domingo and nature-rich peninsulas beyond the main resort coast.
What to do
Experiences with
real sense of place.
Signature experience
Sail the coast
A private catamaran or sailing day reveals the island’s geography and can reach quieter bays.
Signature experience
Leave the resort well
Choose a responsible local guide for food, heritage or landscape rather than adding excursions at random.
Signature experience
Consider a staffed villa
For several generations or friends, a villa with the right service team can create more shared space without losing support.
Signature experience
Match coast to season
Sargassum, wind, currents and rainfall patterns vary by island, coast and year; ask for current local context.
When to go
Use the season,
not just the date.
December–April
Commonly the driest and most popular period across many islands, with strong demand around Christmas, New Year and school holidays.
May–June
Can offer a quieter shoulder season, though conditions vary significantly between islands.
July–November
Atlantic hurricane season affects much of the region, but risk is not uniform. Flexible terms and suitable insurance matter.
Year-round nuance
Southern and eastern islands can differ from the northern Caribbean. Always check the specific island rather than applying one forecast to the region.
Plan it well
Details that change the holiday.
- Start with direct air access, party needs and island atmosphere; only then compare hotels.
- Hurricane-season travel requires clear cancellation terms, comprehensive insurance and attention to official forecasts.
- Entry rules and local regulations differ by country and territory within the region.
Destination information checked against Caribbean Tourism Organization. Entry rules, safety advice and local conditions can change: review the current UK government travel advice before booking and departure.
The choice that matters
Find your version of Caribbean.
Cap Cana · an adults-only resort
Secrets Cap Cana is our researched starting point in the Dominican Republic. Compare the suite choices and Preferred Club details in the hotel guide.
Explore the hotel guide ↗Barbados · choose the coast
Official tourism guidance distinguishes calmer west-coast beaches from the Atlantic-facing east. Tell us whether your priority is beach days, dining or exploring; the hotel shortlist can follow.
Discuss this idea ↗Another island in mind?
An island name is enough to start. Tell us who is travelling and your preferred dates, then let your concierge investigate the hotel and journey options.
Discuss this idea ↗
A stay to consider · Sandy Lane, Barbados
A different Caribbean tradition.
On Barbados’s west coast, Sandy Lane sits beside a coral-sand beach, with rooms, suites and a private villa. Golf and spa time can sit alongside days by the sea, creating a different starting point from an adults-only inclusive stay in Cap Cana.
Choose Barbados when you want to discuss the island as well as the hotel. Compare the accommodation, dining arrangements and time you would like to spend exploring. Your concierge can set out the actual inclusions alongside the inclusive approach at Secrets Cap Cana.
Would you prefer an inclusive resort escape or a Barbados hotel with a wider island itinerary?
When to travel
Choose the island first
The Dominican Republic has a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year. It is only one part of the Caribbean: your concierge will consider the specific island and travel period when discussing your shortlist.
Official destination information ↗
The Farr collection
Hotels to explore.
Caribbean
Secrets Cap Cana
Adults-only all-inclusive
A beach-led escape in Cap Cana for couples and adults travelling together.
Explore the hotel guide →
Caribbean
Sandy Lane
Barbados beach, golf and spa
Coral-sand beach, garden and ocean-view accommodation, with three golf courses on Barbados’s west coast.
Explore the hotel guide →A journey idea to discuss
A resort stay, with breathing room
For a first idea, focus on one island and the style of hotel you enjoy. Adults-only and family holidays need different shortlists; make that distinction early so the whole stay works around your party.
An idea for your enquiry, not a fixed itinerary. Your proposal will confirm the arrangements and availability.
Before you choose
The details
that matter.
The Caribbean is a region, not one uniform holiday. Beach character, flight routing, dining plans and the style of the property vary. Share your dates first so seasonal weather considerations and practical connections can inform the shortlist.
What should I include in my enquiry?
Your preferred dates, departure airport, number of adults and children, approximate budget and the kind of accommodation you enjoy. Mention any must-haves so they guide the shortlist.
Can you suggest somewhere beyond this collection?
Yes, use the enquiry to tell us what you have in mind. The collection is a starting point; we can discuss other possibilities and establish what is available through the relevant providers.
For more destination background: official tourism information.
The detail makes the difference
What matters
to you?
Bring these preferences into your first conversation.
- 01Adults-only or family setting
- 02Included dining and drinks
- 03Beach character and suite position
Your personal travel concierge
Every detail.
Personally considered.
You will be assigned a personal concierge who handles your enquiry and booking from start to finish. Share the places you love, the people travelling and the details that matter most.
Our website is a selection. If you have something different in mind, let us know.