Originally Posted by advex

Wife and I are looking to visit the Caribbean for a few days in May, without our 2 year old. I've visited the locations with * previously (on business) and liked them, that's why I'm considering them again. We didn't like Cancun when we went in 2003- water too rough, more expensive than Miami, etc. Punta Cana D.R. beaches were beautiful but the food was a bit "European" for her tastes. Maybe we should try Puerto Plata. Any suggestions?

Aruba: have heard great things from people who've been there, esp. the casinos.
Barbados * : fondly remember the open bar nights at Harbor Lights!
St. John: Everyone raves about the Westin
Punta Cana D.R. *: great all-incl deals
Costa Rica * : technically not Caribbean since we'd be on the Pacific side. she's been there before and liked it. I've been to San Jose area a lot, but never to any beaches. Lots to see/do here.
Bermuda * : great place!

I have contacts in most of these places that can get me a "locals" room rate.

Thanks for your input!