The Best time to visit the Caribbean, explained

There are numerous reasons why the Caribbean islands are incredibly popular, with the most popular reason being that they are the nearest tropical destinations for hundreds of millions of people who live in the eastern United States, Canada, and western Europe. Though the Caribbean weather is reliably warm every day of the year, there are some months that are far more popular than others.

In the article found below, we’ll discuss each of the different time periods with the reasons you might want to visit alongside reasons you might want to choose another time.

The Best time to visit the Caribbean, explained
Getting to Moorea

Because there are only a select few airlines that venture out to French Polynesia, you’ll find that getting there isn’t quite as easy as you might assume. Another thing you’ll want to note is that the airlines that do travel to French Polynesia all fly into Tahiti, before departing to the other nearby islands. Thankfully, Moorea is practically in the shadow of Tahiti so you actually have a few transportation options, unlike most of the rest in the large island group, where a flight is the only practical way of getting there.

Getting to Moorea
Map of all overwater bungalow resorts in the South Pacific

you might already know, almost all of the overwater bungalow resorts in the world are in two main places. One is the Maldives, which is an island group and nation just southwest of India, where you’ll find about 75 water villa resorts alone. That accounts for about two thirds of all the overwater bungalow resorts in the world.

The other grouping, which is actually more famous internationally, is spread around the South Pacific.

Map of all overwater bungalow resorts in the South Pacific
Overwater villas in Cambodia

Most international tourism into Cambodia centers around the stunning Angkor Wat temple complex just outside of Siem Reap in the north of the country, but increasing numbers are also heading to Cambodia’s beaches and jungle areas as well. There are now two very unusual resorts with overwater villas in Cambodia, although at opposite ends of the price spectrum.

The vast majority of the overwater bungalows in Asia are located in the Maldives, just southwest of India.

Overwater villas in Cambodia
34 Best photos of overwater bungalows in Bora Bora, Moorea, and Tahiti

Admit it, you get hypnotized when looking at those amazing photographs of overwater bungalows in Bora Bora and throughout the South Pacific, just like the rest of us. Even if you can’t afford to spend a vacation in one it’s fun to daydream about it, and what it would be like to dive right off your private deck into that stunningly clear lagoon water below.

Just to help you out a bit we decided to collect all of the best and most inspirational photos and put them below.

34 Best photos of overwater bungalows in Bora Bora, Moorea, and Tahiti
Overwater villa holidays: How to begin planning yours

Now that you’ve decided you’d like to take a vacation in an overwater bungalow or water villa, the first step is to try to figure out where to even begin. So, how does one start the planning process? This is the single most common question we get at this site, and it’s understandable because these amazing accommodations are only common within a few parts of the world.

Another complication for most of us that makes planning a bit more difficult is that overwater bungalows are among the most expensive hotel rooms in the world.

Overwater villa holidays: How to begin planning yours
Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa changing over to Conrad Bora Bora Nui

A choice location plus a beautiful resort equals a vacation destination like none other. The luxurious Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa is one of your best options in the South Pacific with gorgeous views, raving reviews and top-notch activities. However wonderful the resort has been in past years, it’s now getting a makeover and name change promising to make it even better than before. In fact, this makeover is a rather large one with a few million dollars of refurbishments and design alongside a brand new name.From here on out, the resort is now known as the Conrad Bora Bora Nui.

Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa changing over to Conrad Bora Bora Nui
Best time to visit the Maldives: Here’s what you need to know

are unsure of when the best time to visit the Maldives is, I have good news for you. It’s a slightly complicated topic discussed in detail below, but the quick answer is that almost any time you can make it, the Maldives will be waiting for you with nearly-perfect warm and sunny weather.

Its location starting around the equator and stretching up for about 1,000 kilometers puts it in the sweet spot for warm weather literally every day of the year.

Best time to visit the Maldives: Here’s what you need to know
The Maldives will open back up in July

This year so far has been engulfed in chaos, with popular travel destinations closing right and left due to Covid-19. However, borders here and there are starting to gently open up, many with travel restrictions still in place. The Maldives has decided to take a different, yet exciting, approach and open up the entire county to visitors and travel starting in July. At the moment, there are no reports of an exact opening date within July, just that the country will open sometime during the month.

The Maldives will open back up in July
8 Best overwater villa resorts with private jacuzzis

When searching for your next vacation destination, there are several things to consider. Once you’ve decided to visit the tropics and more specifically the Maldives, it’s then time to decide whether you’ll want to stay at an overwater resort or one that specializes in land based rooms. If an overwater room is what you desire, you’ll find lots of great 4 and 5-star resorts to choose from.

If you’re looking to take things up a notch and book a room with a private jacuzzi, you’ll still find some great selections.

8 Best overwater villa resorts with private jacuzzis