Q // My husband and I are booking a trip to the Caribbean. He’s a fan of the beach, but I’d rather go hiking. Where should we go?
I’d recommend either Antigua or St Lucia, or pair both islands together for a two-centred trip. Antigua offers great walking trails for you, and an impressive 365 beaches for your husband. Hike up Boggy Peak (or Mount Obama as it was renamed in 2009), where there are panoramic views; take a wander around the historic English Harbour, or walk from Wallings Dam in the rainforest, down through a variety of different woodland to Rendezvous Bay, where you can enjoy a swim from a deserted beach. Sugar Ridge Resort is a great base for all the hikes, with the added benefit of a new yoga pavilion, where you can unwind after a day on the beach or trails. Then head to St Lucia, staying on the south of the island, where your husband can laze on the beach looking up at the Pitons while you climb them. I’d recommend staying at Anse Chastanet, as there are stunning beaches nearby and you can disappear up Mount Gimie, the highest point on the island, and cool off with a dip in a natural plunge pool fed by a waterfall. hikecaribbean.com