These 10 Caribbean Islands Are Small, Quietly Cool, and Full of Personality
By: Karen Udler - February 9th, 2026
Caye Caulker, Belize
Caye Caulker is narrow, walkable, and woven around the water. Sandy paths cut through low buildings, and the shoreline is never far. Most days revolve around reef trips, snorkeling, and long afternoons near the Split, where the current slides past the island. Island Magic Beach Resort is an easy base here, close to the water and close to the village, with the kind of small-hotel simplicity that matches the island.
About the author
Karen Udler is the Deputy Travel Editor of Caribbean Journal. A graduate of Duke University, has been traveling across the Americas for three decades. First an expert on Latin American travel, Karen has been traveling with CJ for more than a decade. She likes to focus on wellness, luxury travel and food.
Karen Udler is the Deputy Travel Editor of Caribbean Journal. A graduate of Duke University, has been traveling across the Americas for three decades. First an expert on Latin American travel, Karen has been traveling with CJ for more than a decade. She likes to focus on wellness, luxury travel and food.
