Happy New Year, and welcome to 2025! We know the festive period is one of the busiest and most stressful weeks on the yacht crew calendar. Rather than stepping back and enjoying this time of year, many of you are hard at work ensuring your superyacht guests have the time of their lives. So, after countless dinner services, yacht toy set-ups and pack-aways, tender runs, spot cleans and wash downs, now’s the time to start planning your own Caribbean escape.
With so many crew due to take leave in the upcoming weeks, we thought it was only right to take some of the work off your hands and help you find the perfect Caribbean bolthole to recharge and find peace after such a busy holiday period. Whatever you’re craving, whether it be a jungle nest, a fitness retreat or a beachside luxury resort, we’ve got you covered.
Get Back to Nature
Kanopi House – Blue Lagoon, Jamaica
Swap the depths of the ocean for the heights of the trees and sleep in one of seven treehouses built high up in 100-foot Banyan trees, rooted deep in Jamaican culture. The stunning sustainable wooden treehouses are tucked away on a secluded hillside that overlooks the famous Blue Lagoon, offering the perfect escape for those in search of a mix of adventure and relaxation. Each treehouse is beautifully furnished with handmade furnishings and decor made by the area’s farmers, artists, and friends.
Venture down the bamboo and ginger lily-lined winding pathways to the Blue Lagoon, which legend tells is bottomless and inhabited by an elusive dragon. For meals, guests gather in the communal treehouse, The Living Room, where bananas can be picked from the surrounding trees and tables overlook the jungle and Alligator Head. The dedicated chefs cook all the Jamaican staples using fresh ingredients and herbs and greens picked from the mountain garden.
With an abundance of activities and inviting daybeds, Kanopi guests find little reason to leave the grounds. However, the resort is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, waterfalls and mountains, and there are plenty of activities such as hiking, biking tours, river rafting, hot springs, bird watching, diving and sampling the local rum shops.
Find out more here : https://www.kanopihouse.com/
Lime Tree Farm, Blue Mountains – Lime Tree, Mavis Bank, Jamaica
Turn off your electronics and get back to nature at this working coffee farm in the heart of Jamaica’s Blue Mountains. This remote farm is set far away from the island’s tourist spots and offers complete peace and plenty of opportunities for soaking up nature, hiking, bird watching and stargazing. Take a guided hike or a complimentary coffee farm tour, and then enjoy authentic Jamaican cuisine made with organically farmed, locally sourced produce.
Walk freely throughout the farm and local community and learn how mountain people work and live. Indulge in the handpicked coffee and experience authentic old Jamaica.
Find out more here : https://limetreefarm.com/
Leeloo Boutique Hotel – Las Terrenas Dominican Reublic
Stay in one of five eco bungalows nestled in the midst of a tropical garden surrounding a tranquil saltwater pool. The soft and soothing setting offers the perfect spot to rest and recharge. Take a refreshing dip, then soak in the beauty of the gardens from the comfort of a poolside lounger. Each air-conditioned bungalow is exquisitely decorated and offers plenty of privacy. Leeloo is within walking distance of all the local bars and restaurants, yet the only sounds you’ll hear are those of nature.
Find out more here : https://www.leelooboutiquehotel.com/services/
Instagram Hotspot
Chalet del Campo – Anones, Puerto Rico
Arguably one of the most stunning Airbnbs in Peurto Rico, this property is located up on the hilltops of Anones in Las Marías Municipio and is perfect for solos or couples wanting to escape the ocean and enjoy the lush greenery of terra firma. At around a 40-minute drive from Rincón and just over 2 hours from San Juan, you’ll need to rent a car to get here. The stunning interiors of the lodge are complimented by an outdoor BBQ and a stunning infinity pool, with the entire space offering breathtaking views of jungle-covered mountains and plenty of opportunities for Instagram-worthy photography.
The included breakfast is a big deal at Chalet del Campo which comes fresh from the restaurant above. They’ll load everything from eggs, bacon, pancakes, toast, and coffee to order onto a cart and send it down on the attached wire each morning. Talk about service.
Find out more here : AirBnB
For Activity Lovers
Golden Rock Dive and Nature Resort – Oranjestad, Bonaire St Eustatius and Saba
Visitors to Golden Rock Resort on the tiny island of St Eustatius in the Lesser Antilles are rewarded with panoramic volcano views, enticing gardens, bright starlit nights, and ocean-facing balconied rooms. Spend your days relaxing on one of the pool’s semi-submerged loungers or diving at Oranje Bay. In fact, there’s a wealth of onsite activities, including free bike hire, table tennis, mini golf, tennis, pickleball, paddel courts, a gym, and a sports field. Plus, a spa centre, dive centre, saltwater lagoon and beach club and plenty of local hiking trails to explore.
While the hotel might not be right on the beach, the man-made saltwater lagoon more than makes up for it. Around the size of a football pitch and almost 10 metres deep at its deepest, it feels just like the real thing. However, if you do need to reconnect with the ocean, the nearest black volcanic sand beach is just a 5-minute taxi ride away.
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Splash Out
Le Martin Boutique Hôtel – St. Martin
Le Martin Boutique Hôtel is situated in the prestigious Cul de Sac Bay of St. Martin. With just six rooms, this boutique hotel offers a quiet luxury far from the beaten track. Hidden at the depth of the bay, the hotel presents the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of St. Martin. This beautifully decorated property offers a tranquil environment whilst still being just a five-minute car ride from Orient Bay.
Find out more here : https://www.lemartinhotel.com/en/
Retreats
8 Day Inclusive Adventure Wellness Package, Dominica – Soufriere, Saint Mark Parish, Dominica
If you’re looking to spend a week losing yourself exploring a Caribbean island and transforming your mind and body with daily yoga practice, wellness treatments and nutritious and delicious food, then this retreat will be right up your street. Escape the confines of the yacht and enjoy the freedom of island living. This retreat offers daily hikes, taking in the beauty of the island and visiting attractions such as World Heritage lakes, through jungles, up mountains, waterfalls, local villages and plenty of rejuvenating hot springs.
Each day starts with a morning hike followed by an afternoon spent snorkelling, tea tasting, cooking classes, kayaking, or simply relaxing and then a yoga class to finish the day. Their Michelin chef prepares fresh farm-to-table and boat-to-plate meals three times per day, and the accommodation is nothing short of luxurious. Heal your mind, body and soul whilst still enjoying a taste of luxury and island life at this beautiful week-long retreat.
Find out more here : https://bookretreats.com/r/8-day-inclusive-adventure-wellness-package-dominica
Salt Escapes Caribbean Fitness Retreat – Dominican Republic
Feel the need to push your body after so much time spent in yacht life routine? Stay in a beautiful and luxurious beachfront villa nestled in a coconut palm tree dense forest in the quiet North Eastern part of the Dominican Republic with its own pool, jacuzzi, outdoor lounge, bar and gorgeous ocean views from every bedroom. Spend each day working up a sweat with team workouts, surfing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, swimming, snorkelling, and hiking, then switch into recovery mode with guided recovery sessions, ice baths and beachfront messages. With such action-packed days, refuelling is important so you can be sure you’ll be treated to big family-style feasts and beachside BBQs with an array of delicious locally inspired dishes to chow down on.
Find out more here : https://www.salt-escapes.com/destinations/caribbean
Yoga & Surf Retreat – Cabarete, Dominican Republic
Whether you’re a pro surfer and yogi or just grasping the basics, this yoga and surf retreat is for anyone who’s passionate about both. Spend your mornings surfing with experienced instructors from Pauhana Surf School and your evenings unwinding with daily yoga sessions in the beachfront open-air yoga studio. Use the time in between to do whatever your heart desires, whether it’s honing your surf and yoga skills or exploring the local area.
There’s plenty to do in and around the hotel. Participate in kiteboarding, fitness sessions, scuba diving, windsurfing, hiking, Ariel arts or lounging by the pool. There are also farm visits, white-water rafting, zip-lining, and waterfall tours.
You’ll be served breakfast and dinner at the beachfront restaurant, where they serve up the freshest farm-to-table cuisine with ingredients sourced from their own eco-conscious farm.
Find out more here : https://yogacabarete.com/yoga-and-surf-retreat-caribbean/
Best for Groups
7 Day Fun Explosion! Food, Fun and Sun in Jamaica – Florence Hall Village, Trelawny Parish, Jamaica
If you’re looking to do a group holiday that’s packed with activities and completely tailored to you, then this is it! This all-inclusive package includes a private 2-3 room villa with its own pool and gym. Plus, a delicious, freshly prepared daily breakfast and dinner. Each day, pick from over 30 hand-picked activities, including exploring attractions like Green Grotto Caves, Dunns River Falls and Dolphin Cove or choose activities like paint and sip, food tasting, run tasting, horseback riding or jerk chicken on the beach. Make this group trip unforgettable and personalise everything to the group’s wishes.
Find out more here : https://bookretreats.com/r/7-day-fun-explosion-food-fun-and-sun-in-jamaica
Casa del Lago – Fortuna’s Gem – San Carlos, Costa Rica
This Airbnb, situated by a serene lake and lush forest in San Carlos, Costa Rica, offers the perfect retreat for groups of friends wanting a little one-on-one time with nature. The villa sleeps u to five people and features an indulgent outdoor shower, a private jacuzzi and access to two shared pools. Right on the doorstep is a nature trail where you’ll spot sloths, frogs, macaws, toucans and all sorts of birds. This little spot of paradise feels like you’re a thousand miles from civilisation, but conveniently, downtown La Fortuna is just five minutes away.
Find out more here : AirBnB
Wherever you choose to spend you’re upcoming leave, we hope you take some time to indulge yourself in doing things that you happy so you can return to work on the yacht feeling refreshed, recharged and ready for a whole new ocean of challenges. We’d love to hear from you or see if you’ve used any of our recommendations—feel free to tag us on social media! If you’d like more information on any of our products, don’t hesitate to reach out or browse our website.