THE CAVES

Negril, Jamaica

The Personalities

Lovers chasing sunsets. Divers of heart and sea. Ocean whisperers. Barefoot romantics.

Moments

Cliff diving into turquoise water. A private candlelit dinner in a sea cave. Rum punch at sunset with reggae in the air. Lounging in a hammock carved into the cliff. Long baths with the windows wide open to the waves. Waking to salt wind and mango light.

Best Visiting Months

November to April brings warm, dry days and glowing sunsets.
May to early July offers quiet, slower rhythms with the island in bloom.
Even in rainy season (August–October), the skies shift fast and the magic deepens — the caves become even more alive with sound and stormlight.

Cost

Why stay

The Caves is where romance and raw nature meet — a hand-carved hotel perched on Negril’s limestone cliffs, where every suite feels like a secret carved out of stone. This is not your typical beachfront resort. Just ten thatched cottages and suites tucked into a lush, ocean-facing jungle, connected by coral pathways and candlelit corners. Private, deeply personal, and full of soul.

Every room is a one-of-a-kind creation — organic lines, driftwood beds, stained glass, outdoor showers, ocean views, and nothing but breeze between you and the blue. And then there are the caves: natural sea-carved caverns where guests dine by lantern light, swim, float, or fall in love all over again.

It’s adults-only, all-inclusive, and full of warmth and heart. The kind of place where time disappears, and the soundtrack is laughter, lapping waves, and a Bob Marley track drifting through the leaves.

Why wander

Here, wandering means cliff walks, morning yoga by the sea, snorkeling into secret grottoes, or descending into a cave for a massage on a stone ledge above the water. Explore Negril’s coast, visit a local rum distillery, or take a slow bicycle ride through the hills. But most days, the magic happens right here — between the cliffs and the sky, between the ocean and your soul.

Indulge in

Jamaican cuisine elevated with intimacy and soul — fresh lobster, jerk chicken grilled to perfection, callaloo, coconut desserts, and tropical fruits so ripe they taste like sunshine. Meals are made to savor, whether served poolside, in the thatched dining room, or in your own private cave. The cliffside Blackwell Rum Bar — hidden in a candlelit grotto — is the place for sundowners, storytelling, and music that lingers long after.

GETTING THERE

Fly into Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) and take a 1.5- to 2-hour drive west along Jamaica’s coast to Negril. The journey winds past sugarcane fields, colorful villages, and glimpses of turquoise sea. The final stretch leads you down a quiet lane to the cliffs.

WILD INITIATIVES

The Caves supports local farmers and fishermen through its sourcing, recycles rainwater, and minimizes plastic wherever possible. The kitchen composts, the spa uses natural ingredients, and much of the property is built from reclaimed stone and wood. They work closely with the local community and prioritize cultural authenticity over commercial gloss.

*Images property of THE CAVES HOTEL & SPA

Cheval Blanc St-Barth

ST. BARTH

THE PERSONALITIES

Honeymooners. People with a taste for the finer things in life. Sailors.

MOMENTS

Crisp cool colours against the warm sand. Sparkling sunrise. Simplicity and luxury.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

May to June.

COST

WHY STAY

St. Barth is an elegant French island, where culture and a tropical environment come together in the northern arc of the Caribbean sea. Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France is a luxurious property directly on Flamands beach, consisting of 40 rooms, suites and villas. Choose the Beach Room overlooking the ocean or the Beach Suite with a private terrace with an infinity pool. For a hidden and intimate haven choose the Garden or the Tropical Suite. Stay at the Flamands Villas for a luxurious residential experience. Enjoy panoramic views over the Flamands bay while sipping a chilled rose.

WHY WANDER

Private picnics on a desert island. Sailing on the turquoise waters and enjoying the beach. Watching the sunset in Lurin from one of the hilltop cafes.

INDULGE IN

Carte Blanche dinner in the intimacy of your private terrace.

GETTING THERE

The Hotel's Chauffeur will meet you at the Gustavia Airport, to begin your journey.

*Images property of CHEVAL BLANC ST-BARTH ISLE DE FRANCE

Ladera

st. lucia

The Personalities

Honeymooners. People who enjoy the finer things in life.

Moments

Open air rooms. Views to die for. Warm Caribbean hospitality. Swinging over 1000 feet in the air. 

Best Visiting Months

December to April. Go July to experience the Carnival. 

Cost

Why stay

Ladera is located inside a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Soufriere Volcano in St. Lucia. Enjoy the ultimate Caribbean luxury 1000 feet in the air surrounded by the island’s signature twin volcanic Piton peaks. The boutique hotel is known for a unique design of its rooms. All 32 suites have an "open wall" – bringing you closer to the breathtaking view of the hillside paradise and the Caribbean blue sea. The suites are made with tropical hardwoods and decorated with local artwork. Most rooms have a private plunge pool and a wooden swing where you will ready feel on top of the world.

Why wander

St. Lucia's is very different from other Caribbean islands with its green mountains and lush rainforest. Take a trip down to Sugar Beach for some salt water therapy or climb higher for some great nature trails. The Tet Paul Nature Trail offers the best views of the twin hills and the neighbouring islands, Martinique and St. Vincent. Enjoy exotic fruit tree gardens on your way up. Travel to the heart of the island with the Rainforest Tour. You will visit the Edmund Forest Reserve, where you might see St. Lucia's rare national parrot, the Amazona Versicolour and swim in magical secret waterfalls. 

Indulge in

Caribbean lamb salad. Roast conch with pickled vegetables. Plantain gratin with coconut rum sauce.

Getting There

 Fly into Hewanorra International Airport at Vieux Fort and arrange a pickup with the hotel.

*Photos property of LADERA