Top 10 Places to Sail in The Caribbean

Thinking of clocking onto island time? A sail in the Caribbean is the stuff dreams are made of and a willing sailor will find over 7,000 islands, islets, cays and reefs waiting to be explored.

From the diving-paradise of the Cayman Islands in the north to the picturesque desert landscapes of Aruba in the south, it can be hard to decide which of these bite-sized destinations to choose from so we've put together some of our favorites.

1. British Virgin Islands - Well-developed marina facilities, white sandy beaches and delectable cuisine, the British Virgin Islands are an easy choice for your next sailing trip.

2. St Martin/St Maarten - 'The Friendly Island’ delivers the perfect mix of European flair with easy-breezy Caribbean cool.

3. Bahamas - Made for sailing with 700 islands, cays and islets to explore.

4. Grenada - With 45 black and white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests, colorful corals and natural parks, this is one for the adventurers.

5. St Vincent and the Grenadines - An ideal balance between sailing and inland activities with beach-hopping, exploring coral reefs and hiking to the crater of an ancient volcano on the agenda.

6. Guadeloupe - Secluded sunny shores, awe-inspiring scenery and Creole cuisine on a postcard-perfect island governed by France.

7. Martinique - A French-Caribbean island whose biggest drawcard is its stunning natural beauty.

8. St Barts - Feel like a celebrity in this exclusive tropical paradise that's all about scenery, serenity and shoreside relaxation.

9. St Lucia - Blessed by nature with tons of breathtaking beauty to explore including cascading waterfalls, lush rainforests, soaring peaks and hidden beaches.

10. US Virgin Islands - Three separate islands sprinkled with excellent diving sites and deep-sea fishing opportunities.

Find our more about the top things to experience and the best time to sail to each island with our complete guide here.