However, according to the travel experts we spoke to, there are a few islands that shine a little brighter than the rest. St. BartsThe ultra luxurious island of St. Barts seemed to be on the tip of every travel expert's tongue thanks to its French-Caribbean charm and consistently excellent service. TobagoAnother island that gets a lot of love is Tobago, praised by our experts for its unspoiled nature and affordable vibe. “It’s my favorite tropical island I’ve visited because it has stunning white beaches, turquoise water, and small crowds," Amber Haggerty of Amber Everywhere, explained. If you stay near Soufrière or at one of the southern beaches like Sugar Beach, you're basically waking up in a dream.