The 10 Best Caribbean Islands for Beach Bars

By: - September 11th, 2024
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The Jellyfish beach bar and restaurant in Punta Cana.

Dominican Republic This is a very large country with lots of great beaches. That’s no surprise. You also shouldn’t find it shocking that the Dominican Republic has an overwhelming number of top-level beach bars in every one of its top tourism destinations: the rows and rows of Brugal-perfect spots in Bavaro; the active, bohemian bars in Cabarete. Every one of them is perfect for cracking a Presidente and enjoying a never-ending afternoon on pure Caribbean sand. 

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Alexander Britell is the founder and editor-in-chief of Caribbean Journal and one of the top experts on Caribbean travel worldwide, with decades of on-the-ground travel to the region and comprehensive knowledge of the entire Caribbean Basin.
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