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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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Bonaire

Southern Caribbean

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Antigua

Leeward Islands

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

Why Bonaire?

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

Why Antigua?

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

Eco Rating

5/5

5 green initiatives

3/5

3 green initiatives

When to Go

Bonaire

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

Antigua

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

Vibes

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

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Logistics & Geography

🇧🇶 Bonaire🇦🇬 Antigua
CapitalKralendijkSt. John's
Population22K101K
Area288 km²440 km²
Sub-regionSouthern CaribbeanLeeward Islands
CurrencyUSD (USD accepted)XCD (USD accepted)
Driving sideRight (US-style)Left (UK-style)
PowerType A/B · 127VType A/B · 230V
Emergency911911
LanguagesDutch, Papiamentu, EnglishEnglish
AirportsBONANU
Coral reefprotectedat risk

Green Initiatives

●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
●Barbuda Frigate Bird Sanctuary
●Nelson's Dockyard UNESCO Site
●Ban on single-use plastic bags and styrofoam (2016)

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