Explore the Caribbean & Central America
Not One Destination, Thirty
People say "the Caribbean" as though it were a single place, then book whichever resort had the best photographs. We understand the instinct, but these islands are wildly different from one another. Anguilla is not Jamaica. Turks & Caicos is not Grenada. Choosing the right one for how you actually like to spend a week is the whole job, and it is the part most people skip.
Central America sits at roughly the same flight time and adds rainforest, volcanoes and wildlife to the same conversation. So before we talk about resorts, we ask what a good day looks like to you: a lounger and a book, a boat and a chart, or a guide and a trail. The answer narrows thirty options down to two or three very quickly.
The Beauty of the Caribbean & Central America
Beaches and Resorts
This is where most people start, and where the wrong choice costs you the whole week. Our partners on the ground know these properties inside out, so we know which beach is calm enough for children, which resort is genuinely adult, and which suite is worth the upgrade.
- Adults-only and family resorts, chosen deliberately
- Private villas with a cook, a driver and a pool
- All-inclusives where the food is actually good
- Room and suite categories that earn their price
Sailing and the Sea
The best of this region is offshore. A crewed boat turns one island into six, and the anchorages you reach by water are the ones nobody photographs. Diving and snorkelling here are world class if you are put in the right water.
- Crewed catamaran charters through the Grenadines
- Island-hopping across the British Virgin Islands
- Diving the Belize Barrier Reef and the Blue Hole
- Private day boats to cays with nobody on them
Rainforest and Adventure
Central America is the antidote to a week on a lounger, and it pairs beautifully with one. Volcanoes, cloud forest, hanging bridges and rivers the color of nothing you have seen. A good guide is the difference between a walk and a revelation.
- Arenal volcano, hot springs and canopy bridges
- Monteverde cloud forest at first light
- Wildlife guides in Manuel Antonio and Corcovado
- Maya sites in Belize and Guatemala, privately guided
Explore the World Your Way
All-Inclusive Vacations
Premium all-inclusive resorts where everything is handled.
Group Getaways
Multi-room bookings for families, weddings, and friend groups.
Luxury Hotels & Villas
Private villa rentals and boutique resort stays.
Yachts
Crewed yacht charters for island-hopping and coastal exploration.
Where ABTC Can Take You
The Greater Antilles & Atlantic
- Bahamas
- Cayman Islands
- Dominican Republic
- Jamaica
- Puerto Rico
- Turks & Caicos
The Lesser Antilles
- Anguilla
- Antigua
- Aruba
- Barbados
- British Virgin Islands
- Curaçao
- Grenada
- St Kitts
- St Lucia
- St Vincent & the Grenadines
- U.S. Virgin Islands
Central America
- Belize
- Costa Rica →
- Mexico
- Panama
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Frequently Asked Questions
There isn't a single "best" island; the right choice depends entirely on how you want to spend your days. Some islands suit those seeking beaches and quiet, others offer scenery and character, and others are built for those craving adventure. Book a consultation to find out which island best fits your style, or visit our blog for a deeper dive into each destination.
December to April is the dry season, with weather that's close to flawless, which is also why this window books furthest in advance. May and June are a fan favorite: the weather still holds and crowds have thinned. July and August bring more heat and lush greenery, along with quieter destinations and the occasional afternoon shower.
Hurricane season, which runs June to November with September and October marking the peak, is something we plan around from the start. We favor southern islands during this window, secure flexible booking rates, and recommend comprehensive travel insurance for added peace of mind. Storms are typically forecast days in advance, allowing plenty of time to adjust plans if needed.
Top-tier all-inclusive resorts offer excellent food and drink, and genuine value, particularly for families. If exploring local restaurants and dining around the island is part of the experience you're after, a non-all-inclusive stay may serve you better. We'll help determine which style fits your travel priorities.
For Christmas, New Years, and February school holidays, a year out is never too early. For the rest of peak season, 6 to 9 months is comfortable, while May and June allow for more flexible planning. For a tailored answer specific to your travel plans, contact us at booknow@andrewburnstravelco.com.