Known for its sparkling beaches, vibrant nightlife, and adrenaline-pumping outdoor adventures, the Dominican Republic is one of the best Caribbean destinations for you and your girlfriends. Base yourself at Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa on the Dominican Republic's mesmerizing north coast. It's an adults-only escape that effortlessly blends high-energy entertainment with that authentic, laid-back Caribbean vibe.
Begin with a morning fitness class, then settle in for a day at Punta Cana's stunning beach. With white sand and azure waters, it's the definition of the perfect Caribbean beach. You and your friends can also chill out at the relaxation pool or the multi-level Freestyle Pool. It features live DJ music and a swim-up bar with a carefully curated cocktail list. Don't miss indulging in a Mamajuana, the country's signature cocktail. Featuring dark rum, spices, honey, and red wine, it's a tantalizing tipple.
If you'd prefer to adventure outside the resort, the Dominican Republic is your oyster. You can white-water raft down the country's longest river, chase waterfalls, take a leap of faith and paraglide or get your adrenaline pumping on an ATV ride.
At night, your toughest decision will be choosing between the 11 onsite dining options and eight bars and lounges. Dance the night away with your girls at After Dark nightclub, or enjoy room service from the whirlpool on your private balcony.
If you're searching for an all-inclusive girls getaway in the Caribbean, look no further than Beaches Turks & Caicos, as it offers an enticing Girls' Getaway package for a relaxing trip. It includes seaside yoga and meditation, an all-white beach bonfire party, and a farewell cocktail dinner.
Speaking of cocktails, no drink is more synonymous with the Caribbean than the coconut, pineapple, and rum-flavored piña colada. Fortunately, you can expect your piña colada to be dressed to impress throughout the Caribbean, served with interesting garnishes, or straight out of a coconut shell. Sip and savor yours at the Beaches poolside bar. Another drink to add to your bucket list is Bambarra Rum, the "Spirit of Turks & Caicos." Enjoy on the rocks or in a cocktail-inspired rum punch.
Imagine choosing between 21 gourmet restaurants, being pampered at a world-class spa, laying out at one of 10 pools, and swimming in Grace Bay Beach, which TripAdvisor travelers voted the world's number one beach.
If you're looking to disconnect from life and reconnect with your girlfriends, head to Dominica. More specifically, book a stay at Rosalie Bay Eco-Resort. Here, you can witness turtles hatching on the beach, indulge at the onsite spa, and dine on Dominican favorites at Zamaan Restaurant. Enjoy a local lunch of grilled chicken or fish with seasoned rice and beans, or traditional salted fish with green bananas, served poolside.
The resort also organizes Dominica tours, so you can explore the island's wild landscape. With volcanic peaks, rugged coastlines, and 365 rivers, Dominica certainly lives up to its title of the Caribbean's Nature Island. Soak up the island's amazing scenery as you float on a tube down the Layou River. It has both peaceful and thrill-seeking moments, thanks to gentle rapids along the journey.
Aruba is one of the best spots in the Caribbean to spend time with your girls, as it has something for everyone. Your group will love staying at Renaissance Aruba, with its adults-only Marina Hotel, Wind Creek Casino, secluded Ocean Suites, and 40-acre private island with free-roaming flamingos.
Spend your days indulging in all the treatments at Spa Cove, shopping at Renaissance Mall or sipping drinks by the pool. Then, head off on an Aruba adventure to Eagle Beach, the widest beach in Aruba. With its pristinely soft white sand, it's no wonder it's been named one of the world's best beaches. Kick back in the shade under one of the beach's renowned fofoti trees, or mix it up and enjoy some water sports.
Later, get dressed up and dine by tiki torchlight directly on the sandy shores at Passions on the Beach in Aruba. Their food specialties include fish tacos and Tortilla Kapsalon (sauteed beef, fries, and pico de gallo in an open-face tortilla). But it's their signature cocktails and long list of mojitos and margaritas that will have you and your girlfriends coming back for more.
You also can't leave Aruba without doing a Kukoo Kunuka tour. Hop onboard the party bus for the Happy Kukoo Hour, have fun on their Pub Krawl or, if wine is more your style, join their Wine On Down The Road tour.
If you and your girlfriends want to live out your childhood fantasies and stay in Barbie's Dream House, you need to visit Southern Palms Beach Club in Barbados. Known as the "Pink Pearl," it features a bright pink exterior and is conveniently nestled directly on Dover Beach, one of the island's best beaches.
Spend your days alternating between the beach and the two freshwater pools. Southern Palms is also home to the beachfront Garden Terrace Restaurant, which specializes in Caribbean cuisine. Experience the bold flavors the island is known for and try local delicacies such as Bajan fish cakes and grilled mahi-mahi. These dishes are best served with a glass of Malibu, as the coconut-flavored white rum liqueur is produced right in Barbados.
Southern Palms also happens to be located in the heart of lively Saint Lawrence Gap, so you'll be steps away from vibrant bars and nightlife venues. What more could you want from a Caribbean getaway with your girls?
Make a beeline for St. Lucia for an active girls' getaway. The island is known for its marvelous mountains, so you won't want to miss going for a hike. Take the girls for a climb up Gros Piton. This well-marked 3.2-mile trail takes you past amazing rainforest flora and fauna until you reach the panoramic views on the mountaintop.
Afterward, try not to get distracted by the same panoramic mountain and ocean views from Dasheene, an award-winning restaurant in St. Lucia. Their menu features traditional St. Lucian dishes, which are made using fresh native ingredients from local farmers. Choose from sweet potato and coconut soup, jerk poulet sausage, and Caribbean lamb salad.
Jamaica is famous for reggae music, luxury all-inclusive resorts and jerk chicken served with a side of Jamaican rum. Embrace the best of Jamaica at Rockhouse Hotel & Spa, which is perched directly on Negril's rocky coastline.
Pushcart is the hotel's modern version of the classic Jamaican "Jerk Center." It serves up traditional Jamaican fare in a lively, music-filled outdoor atmosphere. Enjoy chicken straight off the jerk pan grill, peppered shrimp inspired by roadside vendors, and curried goat. Take in the restaurant's ocean views while sipping on the Caribbean's finest rums or rum punch, Jamaica's party drink. The combination of the rum, syrup, and fruit juice creates an ombre effect that could be classified as too pretty to drink. You'll find versions of rum punch (also called Playa and Bajan Punch) across the Caribbean, and you'll want to try them all.
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