Anguilla Blog

Anguilla Beaches, Villa Vacations In Caribbean Paradise

Fri, 11 May 2012 19:13:07 GMT

One family's villa vacation experiences in beautiful, friendly Anguilla. Anguilla beaches are the best in the Caribbean, and Anguilla's warmth is surpassed only by its people's.

Anguilla Medical Care And Health Insurance

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:01:04 GMT

We frequently get questions about the quality of health care in Anguilla, medical insurance and other Anguilla travel health issues.The quality of non-emergency

Start A Business In Anguilla

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:11:01 GMT

Looking to start an Anguilla business? It can be done.

Anguilla Duties When Moving To Anguilla

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:42:27 GMT

What are the duties payable when moving to Anguilla?

Special Dinner With THE Anguilla Expert

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:12:15 GMT

Cathy and Greg DeMeo dined out with my parents at da'Vida this past Saturday, April 21. As winner of Dad's "Anguilla Photo Challenge" at the Anguilla Beaches Facebook page, she won a 5-star dinner with Mom and Dad. Cathy chose da'Vida, one of our very favorites... Judging from the full report on the Anguilla Beaches Facebook page, a great time was had by all. Congratulations, Cathy (AKA "THE Anguilla Expert")! And thank you to da'Vida and the other 5-star restaurants who sponsored this fun little competition! Full details at here on Facebook. Please click the "Like" button at Facebook (or top left of this page) to catch our regular posts and occasional contests and special savings announcements.

*Special Note: Carimar's Off-Season Packages!...

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:16:36 GMT

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Anguilla Guide to May... Tropical Weather and Freedom in the Air

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:22:43 GMT

Visiting Anguilla in May is one of the island's best kept secrets. From idyllic weather, to low rates, to fun cultural events, here is your Anguilla guide to vacations in May.

Anguilla Villa For Sale

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:22:24 GMT

The story of a new Anguilla villa for sale, set on a 0.25 acre Anguilla real estate property. Green contruction with sweeping views of St. Martin, St. Barths, and the open Caribbean.

Easter Monday Boat Race...
A Favorite Anguilla Memory

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 18:58:01 GMT

It was a few days before Easter, 1995, when my husband and I arrived for our second vacation in Anguilla. We immediately sensed excitement in the air

Anguilla Guide to April... The "Low Season" and Boatracing Are Here

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 01:53:36 GMT

With a few local events to spice up your island relaxation time and low prices island-wide, April proves to be an ideal transitional time to take an Anguilla vacation. This is your Anguilla guide to April.

The 10th and Final Anguilla Photo Challenge!

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 21:05:39 GMT

Here's #10 of 10 photos, where folks are competing for bragging rights to the exalted status of "Anguilla Expert." The prize? My parents take the winner (and significant other) to dinner at your 5-star choice of da'Vida, Tasty's, Straw Hat or Mango's restaurants! It's still not too late to enter. You earn points in more ways than just identifying the photo. It's all explained by following the link which takes you to this challenge. Hurry, because the contest ends when somone guesses this final photo correctly. Click on the "more info" link below to see this final challenge AND the previous 9. My thanks to the above restaurants for sponsoring this interesting challenge. Dad certainly chose an eclectic bunch of photos, keeping everyone on their toes!

From Dominica to St. Maarten

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:25:01 GMT

My very first trip to the Caribbean was about 20 years ago. The destination was Dominica and the reason for my visit was to see a dear friend and former

Anguilla Weather... The Best in the Caribbean

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 15:00:08 GMT

Our family has certainly had bad luck with past vacations. But we were never disappointed with Anguilla weather...

Top Cheap Anguilla Hotels and Accommodations

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 22:06:44 GMT

Some of the resorts on Anguilla offer pretty scary prices. If you're looking for reviews of cheap Anguilla hotels, here are the best ones...

New Look For Anguilla-Beaches.com

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 15:57:40 GMT

For a sneak preview of Anguilla-Beaches.com's new look, please click on the link below. I'd love to have your critique. Who better to ask than those who will be using it?

#9 In Dad's Photo Challenge

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 01:04:51 GMT

Here's installment #9 of a 10-part photo-challenge series to find out who knows Anguilla best. This little treasure of a beach is perhaps the best-kept secret on the island. The prize? My parents take the winner (and significant other) to dinner at your 5-star choice of da'Vida, Tasty's, Straw Hat or Mango's restaurants! It's never too late to enter. You earn points in more ways than just identifying the photo. It's all explained by following the link which takes you to this challenge. Good luck! Win or not, it's great fun to try and figure these out, and this one is especially interesting. To see the previous 8 challenges, too, click on the "more info" link below.

#8 In Dad's Photo Challenge

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:28:59 GMT

This is #8 is a 10-part photo challenge series to find out who knows Anguilla best. I'll warn you now. This beach is tough to identify! The prize? My parents take the winner (and significant other) to dinner at your 5-star choice of da'Vida, Tasty's, Straw Hat or Mango's restaurants! It's never too late to enter. You earn points in more ways than merely by identifying the photo. It's all explained by following the link which takes you to this challenge. Good luck! Win or not, it's great fun to try and figure these out. To see the previous 7 challenges, click on the "more info" link below.

Anguilla News Stories and Commentary

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:10:33 GMT

Follow the latest Anguilla news. Add your own news or comment on what's happening.

An Even More Private Piece of Anguilla... Sandy Island, A Must-Do Anguilla Activity

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 03:17:56 GMT

An Anguilla jewel not to be missed is Sandy Island, a small off-shore cay with perfect rum punches and fresh off-the-grill food. This is a favorite Anguilla activity for many, even ABC's The Bachelor had a private date here!

Who Is THE Anguilla Expert?

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:44:42 GMT

This is #7 is a 10-part photo challenge series to find out who knows Anguilla best. This photo is a rather bizarre new direction. It's never too late to enter. You earn points in more ways than merely by identifying the photo. It's all explained by following the "more info" link (below), which takes you to this challenge. The prize? My parents take the winner (and significant other) to dinner at your 5-star choice of da'Vida, Tasty's, Straw Hat or Mango's restaurants! Good luck! Win or not, it's great fun to try and figure these out. To see the previous 6 challenges, click on the "more info" link below.

Anguilla's Gift to Me

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 02:52:24 GMT

2011 was an annus horribilis for me and my family. Having experienced three family deaths including my father's, whom I loved deeply and still do, amongst

Lloyd's Bed and Breakfast...
The Top Choice B&B For Anguilla on a Shoestring

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:36:01 GMT

Lloyd's Bed and Breakfast is Anguilla's most charming and affordable B&B.

This historic hotel (the island's very first!) is conveniently located in Anguilla's center, near Crocus Bay and Little Bay. The vistas over the Anguillian countryside and onto St. Martin, and even St. Barths, are breathtaking.

The rooms are fresh and tastefully decorated, the Lloyd's team is warm and accommodating, and a full breakfast is served daily (included in the rate).

Everyone eats together, and everyone knows each other. A true sense of family and unity exists at Lloyd's. When we visited, Merline Carty made us feel right at home. She has been part of the Lloyd's family for over 20 years.

Merline and My Mom

Lloyd's Bed and Breakfast is a special Anguilla hotel, a true piece of history and culture.

At under $150/night (yes! you read that right!), Lloyd's B&B is a top choice for many travelers to Anguilla.

Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay at da'Vida's Bayside Grill

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 03:03:03 GMT

This past January we spent a lot of time "sitting on the dock of the bay" at da'Vida's Bayside Grill, one of our favorite spots for a lunch-and-beach afternoon. The restaurant recently installed a floating dock, perfect for docking your boat, catching sun rays, and, my favorite, jumping off of...

On one of our visits to da'Vida's Bayside Grill this year, we arrived to find a full buffet set up and at least a hundred beach chairs lining the bay. da'Vida was a beach-day site for a convention of lawyers and judges from the States in Anguilla on a day trip from St. Maarten. Tip: If you are in need of a site to host a large gathering in Anguilla, da'Vida is the spot! The party was well accommodated, without making the other guests feel over crowded and not attended to.

Dad's Anguilla Photo Challenge

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 23:52:16 GMT

Have you tried my Dad's special photo challenge on Anguilla-Beaches.com's Facebook page? My Dad recently posted photo #5 out of the total of 10 photos that he will be posting over the course of this contest. Click here for challenge #5. You win the contest by...

being the first to correctly identify the location of the photo
adding your own interesting story about the particular location

Highest combined total wins. Even if you have not participated yet, you can still win by adding stories to past challenges! My Mom and Dad will take the winner (and significant other) to dinner at 1 of their 4 favorite 5 Star restaurants! The restaurant choices?...

Good luck!

Petals Boutique

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 02:28:39 GMT

Kristin and my Mom have nothing but great things to say about Petals Boutique at Frangipani Beach Hotel on Meads Bay. Checking it out for myself has been high on my (and Yuki's!) list of "Next Time in Anguilla." We recently had the chance now that we are home for the holidays (for universities in New York we get an "extended holiday" that lasts until the end of January)...

With Jan and Janay at Frangipani Beach Club
Who Own and Manage Petals Boutique

It lived up to its positive reputation! Petals Boutique is really the top Anguilla-wear outfitter and souvenir shop. They carry many hard to find labels that suit Anguilla's tropical temperatures, and unique and travel-friendly souvenirs for friends at home. Mainly a store for women, I even found a fun gift for my Dad...

da'Vida's 2011/2012 New Year's Eve Party

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:13:56 GMT

We rung in the 2012 New Year on Crocus Bay at da'Vida, with Vida and Clyde, two of the restaurant's owners. From the Asian-inspired four-course meal, to the setting, to the fantastic firework display, it was a night to remember...

Anguilla Guide to March: Moonsplash and the Tail End of "High Season"

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:43:30 GMT

March is a highly recommended time to visit Anguilla. Hotel room rates begin to decrease, and there are two big Anguilla events, including Bankie Banx's music festival, Moonsplash.

CuisinArt Anguilla Golf Course Update

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:31:38 GMT

Temenos Golf Course is officially out of receivership, and has been brought back to its former glory by CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa. The course is back in pristine condition, complete with an authentic Italian club house restaurant (Italia), pro shop and PGA golf pros.

Ripples' Special Events

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:53:37 GMT

Ripples has long been one of our favorite places for dinner in Sandy Ground. Laid-back, a cozy atmosphere, great food... How can you go wrong? Ripples is not only a nice dinner choice. The restaurant is a go-to spot for special events and holidays... Jacquie, the owner of Ripples, goes all out for special events like Halloween, Thanksgiving in Christmas. Thanksgiving comes highly recommended by my friend Kristin Bourne!

Anguilla Beaches Walk... Tucked-Away Little Bay

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:17:37 GMT

Little Bay is one of Anguilla's most remote and rewarding beaches. It is a special spot for relaxing, snorkeling and more adventurous pursuits too, like rock-diving!

Lunch, Steps From the Sand, at Mango's Seaside Grill

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:05:57 GMT

Mango's Seaside Grill is an excellent lunch alternative if you are looking for a calm beach-and-lunch experience, tasty favorites and drinks, and good company.

Our Favorite Anguilla Taxi

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 15:11:50 GMT

When I travel, what really makes my trip special, is getting to meet and hang out with the local people ... especially if they are as warm and welcoming

Anguilla Beaches Walk... Majestic Meads Bay

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 14:33:47 GMT

Meads Bay Anguilla is one of the most widely loved of Anguilla beaches. Wide and expansive, with many dining and accommodation options, it's no wonder why this beach is so widely and loyally loved.

The Best Way To Fly To Anguilla

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:29:38 GMT

Traveling to Anguilla? Don't fly into Anguilla directly (airport code AXA)! Here is the best way to fly to Anguilla...

Murray's Jerk Chicken Centre... Cheap and Tasty Eats in Anguilla, Right on the Beach

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:55:27 GMT

Ready for a lesser-known fabulous cheap eat experience in Anguilla? Murray's Jerk Centre is delicious, inexpensive and right on the beach in Sandy Ground.

The Beloved Blanchards Beach Shack On Meads Bay, Anguilla

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:24:49 GMT

The Blanchards have another Anguilla restaurant success... Blanchards Beach Shack, the original barefoot beach bar they intended on creating decades ago. Serving ideal beach fare, this spot is perfect for the idyllic beach day on Meads Bay.

Tokyo Bay Anguilla At CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:48:55 GMT

CuisinArt Golf Resort and Spa opens a sushi restaurant, Tokyo Bay Anguilla, in their Spa building. Mixed review.

The King of Anguilla Nightlife... Elvis' Beach Bar on Sandy Ground

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:39:40 GMT

Elvis' Beach Bar is a hotspot for Anguilla nightlife. Celebrities, tourists, and locals mingle on the sand for a few cold ones on the best island in the Caribbean, Anguilla!

Cycling on Anguilla

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 19:58:43 GMT

I have been a fan of this website for a few years now and one thing that has never been discussed is how great the bike riding is on the Island. Whenever

Sea View Apartments at Sandy Ground

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 18:31:25 GMT

You still have to contend with Thursday Night Band Night when Sandy Ground hops between the Pumphouse and Elvis bars, but with concrete walls a dull thump

da'Vida...
Don't miss the home made sorbet!

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:54:03 GMT

A group of us were recently on Anguilla for a conference, and on one of our free days we did some shopping in town and then headed to da'Vida for lunch

Tasty's Restaurant

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 17:13:34 GMT

Kristin and Dale Carty at Tasty's

Tasty's Restaurant is one of Anguilla's best-loved instituations, owned and run by Chef Dale Carty.

Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner since 1999, it just may be our favorite spot for breakfast.

No trip to Anguilla is complete without a meal at one of the most authentic and tasty Anguilla restaurants.

Dad's Top Tip... The Best Anguilla Maps

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:34:58 GMT

Exploring Anguilla is completely safe, yet exotic and magnificent. Use these anguilla maps, paper or digital (on our iPad), for optimal exploration.

East Shoal Restaurant Reincarnations Since Le Bar

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:16:21 GMT

Le Bar is long gone. We say au revoire and review reincarnations up to present.

Anguilla Ku AND Its Restaurant are Open!

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 22:34:47 GMT

You may have heard that Ku Hotel in Anguilla is closed and for sale. That is the widespread impression. Well, the hotel is for sale, but it's open. And so is its restaurant, which is now called Moments. My parents headed down to that area to see the large waves that are hitting the northern shores. They discovered that both the hotel and the restaurant are open. The restaurant is now called Moments. They talked to the owner of Moments, Lorraine Logan. She said that many people believe they're closed. Time to correct that for them and help them out a little! It's been a perennial favorite spot for many, despite its many reincarnations (Le Bar, Tasty's Too, Sea Sand).

Moving to Anguilla From St. Martin

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:24:56 GMT

My fianc� and I, also from Canada, made the big move in September 2008. We both work from home and decided to settle in St. Martin. Our translation and

Work From Your Computer? Live In Anguilla

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:21:25 GMT

Anguilla is a great place to live if you earn your living on a computer.

Children in Anguilla (Schools, Aftercare, etc.)

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:47:27 GMT

Discusses Anguilla school options for ex-pats, aftercare and other children in Anguilla issues

More News From da'Vida!

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 23:59:34 GMT

da'Vida's main restaurant has re-vamped their menu. New exciting appetizers and entrees include: Caribbean potato fish cake, Asian shrimp dumplings, blackened Fiji shrimp and garlic infused lamb loin. Also, don't miss their weekly entertainment: British Dependency on Wednesdays, 7:30-10:00pm, and Boss & Co.: Saturdays, 8:00-11:00pm. da'Vida's Bayside Grill has also added pizzas, pastas and a warm chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream to their menu! You can catch Ruel Richardson (of British Dependency) Saturdays, 1:00pm - 3:00pm, and Omari Banks & Co.: Sundays, 1:00pm - 5:00pm at Bayside Grill too!

Da'Vida's 2011 NYE Party

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 23:34:08 GMT

Are you celebrating NYE in Anguilla this year?

da'Vida for New Year's Eve

Da'Vida hosts the most classic New Year's Eve party, complete with complimentary Venetian masks for the ladies and Bowler hats for the gentlemen. The food is always mouth-watering, and the setting so picturesque! This year's menu features...

Seared sea scallop with mango slaw and caramelized fennel root
Roasted Redfish with deep fried rice cake in Thai coconut bath
*Cran apple shooter*
Duck confit with crispy polenta, papaya chutney and sauteed soy bean sprout
Wood grill beef tenderloin with truffle jus, basil mash potatoes and honey glazed baby carrots
Dessert: Double chocolate and Bailey's chiffon with chocolate crumble

Call 1-264-498-5433 to reserve.