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Search 23 islands by vibe, season, language, or sustainability.

Eco-luxurySailing hubsFrench CaribbeanLow hurricane riskOff the grid
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Antigua

Leeward Islands

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Bonaire

Southern Caribbean

Side-by-side comparison of logistics, sustainability, seasonal intelligence, and vibes.

Why Antigua?

365 beaches, Nelson's Dockyard, and the sailing capital of the Caribbean.

Why Bonaire?

The diver's paradise — shore-entry reef, pink flamingos, and zero cruise ship crowds.

Eco Rating

3/5

3 green initiatives

5/5

5 green initiatives

When to Go

Antigua

high
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Bonaire

low
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best monthsRainy season

Vibes

Family FriendlySailingLuxuryAll InclusiveRomanceCultural Heritage
Diving SnorkelingEco ConsciousOff The Beaten PathWellness SpaBudget Friendly

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Logistics & Geography

🇦🇬 Antigua🇧🇶 Bonaire
CapitalSt. John'sKralendijk
Population101K22K
Area440 km²288 km²
Sub-regionLeeward IslandsSouthern Caribbean
CurrencyXCD (USD accepted)USD (USD accepted)
Driving sideLeft (UK-style)Right (US-style)
PowerType A/B · 230VType A/B · 127V
Emergency911911
LanguagesEnglishDutch, Papiamentu, English
AirportsANUBON
Coral reefat riskprotected

Green Initiatives

●Barbuda Frigate Bird Sanctuary
●Nelson's Dockyard UNESCO Site
●Ban on single-use plastic bags and styrofoam (2016)
●Bonaire National Marine Park — entire coastline protected since 1979
●Washington Slagbaai National Park
●Flamingo sanctuary at Pekelmeer
●Mandatory dive orientation for all visitors
●No cruise ship docking — tender-only policy

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Bonaire

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