Increased crime and fallout from natural disasters has caused the U.S. State Department to revise the travel status of this popular destination.

Anguilla was named the safest Caribbean destination in 2025. This British territory offers lowest the crime rates, a Level 1 travel advisory and pristine beaches.

Royal Caribbean is extending the pause on all visits to its private destination in Labadee, Haiti until at least May 2026. The suspension of service is due to safety concerns amid ongoing violence and civil unrest in the country, according to TravelPulse.

Celebrity Beyond’s Oct. 26 itinerary will visit the Western Caribbean rather than the Eastern Caribbean, according to the cruise line’s parent company, Royal Caribbean Group. The ship will visit Costa Maya in Mexico, Belize and Roatan, Honduras.

After Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica and the Caribbean, the travel industry quickly responded to support recovery efforts.

Through Points Choice, passengers will be able to apply loyalty points earned on any Royal Caribbean Group brand toward the brand program of their choice — Royal Caribbean’s Crown & Anchor Society, Celebrity’s Captain’s Club, or Silversea’s Venetian Society.

For generations, the best Caribbean experiences lived off the grid — no websites, no booking apps, just a neighbor who knows a boat captain or a local chef.

With its picture-perfect beaches and laid-back island vibes, Turks & Caicos ranks high on our list of the best Caribbean islands in December. Whether you’re planning a family-friendly Caribbean vacation or a romantic tropical getaway, Turks & Caicos has everything you need for a dream December escape.