Local experts share top recommendations on the Caribbean island.

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The secret is out about the exclusive paradise of Anguilla.

Enjoy a sunset sail on a classic ship.

Aerial of Shoal Bay Beach umbrella’s, Anguilla

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“A sunset cruise on a classic West Indian sloop is quite memorable,” says Liburd.

The delicious cocktails and Caribbean bites served onboard certainly don’t hurt.

Rent a car to explore the island.

The sun is nearing the horizon in this sunset scene of catamarans on the water off Anguilla.

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Play tennis with Anguilla Tennis Academy.

Try kitesurfing with Anguilla Watersports.

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Break up a long afternoon on the beach with kitesurfing lessons withAnguilla Watersports.

Aerial view of Anguilla Beach

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Paddleboards and glass-bottomed kayaks are also available for rent.

Visit Anguilla’s off-shore cays.

Snorkel at Shoal Bay.

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Take a Moke ride.

These open-air vintage vehicles, originally from Britain, are now an iconic Caribbean mode of transportation.

Enjoy Anguillas live music scene.

A kite surer in the ocean

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Swim at Meads Bay.

Sample Anguillan roadside barbeque.

“Locals, expats, tourists everyone will be there,” says Kircher.

Sandy Island an offshore cay of Anguilla

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“Inexpensive and amazing, it’s always a go-to.”

Enjoy Anguilla’s rich culinary scene.

One must-try eatery for Caribbean fare is Sharky’s.

beach of Shoal Bay

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Take in the views from Crocus Hill.

With an elevation of just 213 feet, Crocus Hill is the highest point on Anguilla.

Don’t let the low elevation fool you the road to the top is steep.

A moke on Anguilla

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Learn about Anguilla’s history through petroglyphs.

To learn more about the island’s indigenous history, consider booking a heritage tour withAnguilla National Trust.

Spot nesting sea turtles.

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Its an informative and engaging way to support the island’s critical sea turtle conservation efforts.

Hit the spa.

Visit Rendezvous Bay.

Meads Bay Beach, Anguilla

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Fewer resorts along the shores here keep things more tranquil than at other beaches on the island.

Try your hand at salt picking.

“For many years, the salt industry on the island was huge,” says Liburd.

Traditional dishes in Anguilla

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“It’s one of the most authentic and historic experiences visitors can have on the island.”

Celebrate Anguilla’s carnival.

Play a round of golf.

Baby sea turtles crawling towards the water

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Dive at the wreck site of a Spanish galleon.

Hamam at Zemi Beach House Spa

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Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla

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Golf course overlooking the ocean

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Picture shows an hidden fish in an shipwreck off the coast of Anguilla

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