vacation – FORTUITOUS Travel

Note: My travel and stay were compensated by the resort in exchange for editorial space in a print publication. This post and all posts on this site represent my own experiences and honest opinions.

A 3-hour flight from Miami to St. Maarten, then a 20-minute ferry ride, and you’re in Anguilla—an unspoiled eel-shaped island with all the beauty of the Caribbean and none of the cruise tourists. No one selling coconuts or henna tattoos here. Instead, you’ll be greeted by friendly Anguillans and a laid-back vibe to match.

During my visit in June, I stayed for 3 nights at the CuisinArt at Rendezvous Bay and it was everything I could hope for: palm trees, crystal clear water and powdery white sand. I had an amazing view from my room (equipped with a long balcony, an espresso machine, and an oversized bathroom and tub) and the food was truly some of the best I’ve ever had. What I liked most, though, was how relaxing Anguilla was. This is one of the only places I’ve ever felt “away from it all.” For 3 days, I sunbathed and swam, ate seafood and drank wine, and forgot about everything on my to-do list back home.

Below are photos I took at the resort highlighting their main attractions.

The beach …