10 Beautiful Caribbean Beach Towns That Are Still Surprisingly Under the Radar

By: - November 21st, 2025
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It’s the place to be in Hopkins: Driftwood.

Hopkins, Belize
Hopkins feels like a village shaped by both coastline and culture — a place where Garifuna traditions blend seamlessly with the rhythm of the beach. Days unfold on a long, narrow shoreline with warm, wading-depth water, and evenings move into drum circles, fresh seafood, and small restaurants lighting up the sand. Hopkins is both relaxing and deeply alive, a beach town that holds its visitors close and introduces them to a side of Belize that feels personal, local, and irresistible.


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About the author

Guy Britton is the managing editor of Caribbean Journal. With more than four decades of experience traveling the Caribbean, he is one of the world's foremost experts covering the region.
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