St. Martin is one island with two distinct personalities. You’ll land over the famous Maho Beach on the Dutch side and hit Marigot to explore the French side. But you also can island hop to destinations like St. Barths, Antigua, and the best destination for pristine, white-sand beaches—Anguilla. Here’s how I visited St. Martin and Anguilla for just $1500.

If you’re visiting St. Maarten, a day trip to Anguilla is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to expand your Caribbean experience. Known for its white sand beaches and turquoise waters, Anguilla offers a distinct contrast to St. Maarten and with a $150 Viator day cruise, it’s both accessible and worth it.