Caribbean.

[moonraker558]

I and my OH are planning a big holiday out in the Caribbean somewhere, So do we opt for a Sandals holiday or is there another all inclusive travel agent who are just as good or even better? Or which island would you suggest as best?

[mightyWBA]

Antigua's Jolly Beach resort is good place to stay,went there a number of years ago.
Antigua itself is a beautiful island with plenty of beaches.
Barbados is also very nice especially the West coast :-)

[BlueScorpion]

I was lucky enough to win a 7 night's all inclusive holiday to Barbados earlier this year. It was with Almond Resorts, they have 3 resorts on Barbados (and 1 I think on St Lucia). We opted for Almond Beach Village and it was excellent - I would definately recommend trying them

[moonraker558]

Thanks to both of you I will do some research on them.

[Clanad]

I'd highly recommend you check out St. Kitts and Nevis in the Lesser Antilles chain. Lots of places to stay, great diving, laid-back and somewhat British in culture... we've enjoyed them for years. Not a lot in the way of night life, but small price to pay for everything else in an unspoiled setting...

[craft1948]

Check out Tortola in the BVI...............it's paradise.

[bushbaby_de]

Do you definitely want all inclusive? I think you get a more authentic Caribbean experience if you venture out to local restaurants, bars, shops etc. I can highly recommend Barbados, either the west or south west coast.

[NoMercy]

I have been to Sandals St Lucia (1997) and Beaches ( part of Sandals chain - 2003) and both were lovely except for the fact that we were ripped off on the rooms.

They don't skimp on food or drink or entertainment. However ... I think I could have got more for my £10k in the Turks and Caicos ..

[NoMercy]

I took my mum to the Bahamas ( Radisson Cable Beach - 2000) and the whole holiday cost just over £3k. Money well spent!!