This Caribbean Destination Was Just Named the Safest in the Region-With 'Exceptional Security' and the 'Lowest Crime Rates'

"The safest island in the Caribbean was Saint Barthélemy, according to a study from travel platform Going. The company said the island is known for its "exceptional security" and for having the lowest crime rates. Popular among luxury travelers, the small island is renowned for its high-end resorts, exceptional nightlife, and top-notch shopping. The U.S. State Department also classifies the French West Indies, of which St. Barts is included, under its lowest Level 1 travel warning, telling Americans to "exercise normal precautions" when going there."

"Following Saint Barts was Anguilla, which was also ranked one of the safest islands in the Caribbean for its "strong British Overseas Territory governance and a tourism-focused economy." The island was also lauded for "comprehensive emergency services." Anguilla was recently named the safest country in the Caribbean in World Population Review's Global Peace Index, and is considered one of Travel + Leisure readers' favorite islands for 2025."

Safety advisories may deter visitors, but several Caribbean islands show excellent safety records. Saint Barthélemy records the lowest crime rates, offers high-end resorts, nightlife, shopping, maintains French law enforcement standards, provides excellent healthcare facilities, and falls under the U.S. State Department's Level 1 advisory advising Americans to exercise normal precautions. Anguilla benefits from British Overseas Territory governance, a tourism-focused economy, and comprehensive emergency services; it ranked highly on the Global Peace Index and is a Travel + Leisure reader favorite for 2025. Aruba ranks among the safest due to its location outside the hurricane belt and strong tourism safety infrastructure.

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