10 Best Girls’ Trips to the Caribbean and Mexico

Did you know that having strong friendships adds years to your life? Seriously, science says so. And if that’s the case, then going on amazing, bond-strengthening trips with your girls is basically investing in your health. Call it an alternative to the gym. 

For incredible adventures and year-round warm weather, look no further than these awesome spots in the Caribbean and Mexico that are perfect for a girls’ trip. The quest will be to get the squad together, but if you succeed, you’ll be talking about this vacation when you’re brunching together in your 70s.

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The ultimate girls’ trip destination, Turks and Caicos is straight out of a beach fairytale. Providenciales, the main island, is home to the world-famous Grace Bay Beach, considered one of the most beautiful in the world. It is also renowned for its coral walls that bring in snorkelers and scuba enthusiasts. 

Want a unique experience? Book a beach horseback riding adventure with Provo Ponies. And when you’re ready for a fun night out, enjoy Infiniti Bar, the longest bar in the entire Caribbean.  

Where to stay: Wymara Resorts and Villas is right on gorgeous Grace Bay Beach.

Cancun is a little overdone, so instead, go to Puerto Vallarta for a Mexican beach vacation. While we wouldn’t call this a hidden gem, it does have more laid-back vibes and more reasonable prices. Plus, you’ll get to swim in the Mexican Pacific while still partaking in Mexico’s famed nightlife. 

Needless to say, the food is amazing and the shopping is divine. What more can you ask for from a girls’ trip destination?

Where to stay: Hotel Mousai offers adults-only luxury and direct access to the Pacific.

Don’t want to worry about passports? Set your sights on gorgeous Puerto Rico. This enchanting island may be small, but it packs a punch. It has beaches, bioluminescent bays, mountains, a tropical rainforest, great food, beautiful historic architecture and an unmatched music scene. 

Base your group in San Juan, the charming capital of the island. From here, you can do anything you want — go on an ATV adventure, rappel down waterfalls, visit museums or simply sip piña coladas (the national drink) by the pool. Whatever your heart desires, Puerto Rico offers it.  

Where to stay: Casa Sol Bed and Breakfast is set in a converted, eco-friendly colonial home in the heart of Old San Juan.

Most people head to Punta Cana, but we’re here to say that Santo Domingo, the Dominican capital, is even better for a girls’ trip. You can book all-inclusive resorts fronting beaches in many places, but you won’t get to see the first city built by the Spanish Empire in the Americas anywhere else. 

In the old town, you’ll see monuments and landmarks every few feet. You’ll also find places that serve strong drinks and encourage you to dance merengue and bachata. And if you absolutely have to go to the beach, you can get out of the city for some beautiful and not-so-touristy spots.

Where to stay: Casas Del XVI offers four-star luxury in the city’s historic center.