You can’t go wrong with a Caribbean vacation escape. But with so many islands to choose from, you might need a little guidance to help decide which one to visit. Whether you’re a nature lover, sun seeker, adventurer, foodie (or a little of all), discover what top destinations like Aruba, the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, St. Lucia, and Turks and Caicos have to offer.

The world’s most popular tropical playground is also home to some of its best cuisine. See our travel consultants’ top picks for local bites in the Caribbean and Mexico.

When you think of the “best view” in the Caribbean, the idyllic tropical beach shot immediately comes to mind, but what separates one palm-tree’d, white-sandy view from another? From sunsets to sky pools, we’ve got five unique Caribbean views you absolutely must see.

“Bon Bini!” That’s how Aruba welcomes you in its native language of Papiamento, but why should you visit the “One Happy Island”? We have five reasons that will have you packing your bags for this tropical destination, which welcomes more return travelers every year than any other Caribbean island.

If you’re the type of tropical traveler that enjoys grabbing a bite on the town, these islands offer local dining scenes that you’ll really want to dig into.

Though it might be difficult to find an IPA – “India Pale Ale,” a hoppy and usually strong beer style – or a thick stout at your favorite Caribbean resort, these local breweries operate on island time, serving up beers perfect for that 5 o’clock somewhere state of mind.

Admit it: you don’t want a dense stout or IPA poolside anyway. No matter your level of beer snobbery, there’s something perfect about that tropical brew. Time you met the beer brands.

Where soothing trade winds, tropical temperatures, soft white-sand beaches, divi-divi trees, and world-class resorts dot the sand, Aruba makes for the ideal island getaway. Easy for a casual stroll, the bustling, unique, and quaint downtown area also means lots of hungry people and lots of competition between restaurants. Luckily for the consumer – in this case, paradise-seeker – you get to simply choose which restaurant is most up your alley. If you want a place to start, here are six of our Aruban favorites.

Thinking about slipping away to Aruba for a little singles getaway? Consider the Tamarijn Aruba All-Inclusive Resort for your vacation. You’ll easily pick up a golf partner if you want to play the nine-hole course located on the resort grounds. There are tennis courts, too, and the staff at the Tamarijn will gladly pair you with another single player.