CuisinArt Resort & Spa

Caribbean islands are typically known for their tropical fruits--not for vegetables like vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh European cucumbers and tender, delicious Boston lettuce. Well, welcome to Anguilla! This pristine island, virtually untouched by modern development, is located in the British West Indies--about eight minutes by air from St. Maarten and 35 minutes from St. Barts--and is home to the CuisinArt Resort & Spa. Developed by the owner of the eponymous kitchen-appliance company, CuisinArt is a culinary haven in paradise.

You can opt for a free tour of the hydroponic greenhouse, relax on the crystal-sand beach or take advantage of the fitness center that offers classes like Yoga-on-a-Ball and Resistance Training 101. Or just indulge yourself at the Venus Spa, where an extensive array of treatments from basic massages and facials to invigorating hydrotherapy treatments costs $65-$225. You also can book yourself on the new Amazing Arrival package (an additional $375 per person)--you'll be picked up at the airport in a private car and, upon check-in, whisked away to your room for an in-room facial, full body massage and seaweed bath.

From $325 per night, double occupancy; includes continental breakfast, cooking classes, daily yoga or Pilates mat classes and nonmotorized water sports (800-943-3210, cuisinartresort.com)

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