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For the most refined escape — Anguilla
Belmond Cap Juluca, Aurora, Four Seasons. Quiet, broad beaches, the best food in the Caribbean.
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For glamour — St. Barth's
Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France, Le Sereno, Eden Rock. December–April is high season; book a year in advance.
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For families — Turks & Caicos
Como Parrot Cay, Amanyara, the new Rosewood. Direct flight from Miami; barely two hours.
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For an island stay
Sandy Lane in Barbados, Jade Mountain in St. Lucia, Eden Rock-St Barths, GoldenEye in Jamaica.