Barbados

Take a walk along the rugged rocky coastline at sunset and take in the powerful ocean waves crashing into the shore, interspersed with turquoise bays and small inlets. Snorkelling and scuba-diving here is amongst the best in the world – swimming alongside friendly turtles, stingrays and sea-horses will become second nature. Venture further inland to explore its colonial plantation houses, rum distilleries, tropical botanical gardens or its local villages teeming with craft markets selling hand-made pottery.

Barbados’ array of fine dining establishments, exclusive resorts and local bars nestled along palm fringed beaches serving signature seafood dishes, makes this island the perfect destination for a luxury escape.