11 Caribbean Islands to Visit in December, From St Kitts to Turks and Caicos

By: - November 30th, 2025
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The rooftop at The Fred.
The rooftop at The Fred.

St Croix

St Croix has been building momentum, and December shows the island at its absolute best. The food scene is thriving, driven by inventive young chefs, rum-focused bars, and long-established favorites. Historic Christiansted and Frederiksted feel lively but never rushed. And the hotel offerings are stronger than ever: The Fred sits directly on the water with a laid-back boutique feel; Company House Hotel brings colorful charm and walkability in Christiansted; and The Buccaneer continues its tradition as one of the Caribbean’s great family-owned resorts, complete with a golf course, multiple beaches, and sweeping views.

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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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