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56 B M & T ••• March/April 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com AREA GUIDES A N G U I L L A MEET AT "SCRUB ISLAND" AND SEE WHERE THE WAVES TAKE YOU BY DOSWELL INGRAM Anguilla is the Caribbean's newest and most exclusive destination for the meet- ings and incentives market. This destina- tion is an ideal location for corporate retreats, executive meetings or top-tier incentive groups, as Anguilla truly repre- sents the ultimate reward, and also offers a host of new and fresh experiences that will wow your clients. The smaller, more intimate resorts, per- sonalized service, and warm Anguillian hospitality are the hallmarks of the Anguilla's tourism experience. For social groups, whether it be a family reunion, destination wedding, renewal of vows, anniversary or birthday milestone, or other special occasion, join the many who have chosen to celebrate their own mem- orable events in Anguilla. Anguilla is equipped with several expe- rienced DMCs that will curate innovative and tailored group programs, and a host of reliable suppliers to support your client programs – from videographers and pho- tographers to caterers, florists and event coordinators. Spectacularly sited on some of Anguilla's best beaches, Anguilla's 4- and 5-star properties offer style and seclusion at the highest level. With superb spa facilities, gourmet and casual dining venues—on site and near- by—and enough surprise and delight in their design and ambiance to reward the most discriminating guest, planning large- scale business events in a tropical environ- ment will be a breeze. Small, intimate and unlike any, Anguilla's boutique hotels capture the island's height of luxury, curating the most serene seascapes, inspired cuisine and contemporary architecture. These proper- ties serve as excellent options for family reunions, weddings and other smaller scale gatherings. On the road to Crocus Hill is the area of town that Anguillians refer to as The Old Valley. Here there are a number of architectural examples from Anguilla's his- tory — Ebenezer's Methodist Church, Miss Marjorie's House, The Warden's Place, Rose Cottage, and other graceful buildings, all a reminder of Anguilla's beautiful past. The West End is the heart of Anguilla's tourism industry, home of many of the island's traditional five star resorts, includ- ing the Four Seasons Resort & Residences, Aurora Anguilla Resort and Golf Club, Malliouhana, An Auberge Resort, Altamer and Cove Castles. It is also where Anguilla's culinary fame was born, led by iconic restaurants such as Blanchards, and followed by establishments like Jacala, Mangos and Straw Hat. The eastern end of the island is rapidly developing as an alternative tourism cen- ter to the West End. Blessed with the magnificent Shoal Bay East beach, new properties such as the Zemi Beach House Resort & Spa and Manoah Boutique hotel have opened in the last two years. Anguilla has 33 spec- tacular and diverse beaches, including sev- eral classed as top ten in the world and the very best in the Caribbean. While they all have silky white sand, their personalities differ. Discover heart-stoppingly lovely arcs like Mead's Bay, or secluded coves like Little Bay, reachable only by boat. The Greg Norman-designed, champi- onship course at the Aurora Anguilla Golf Resort & Spa offers avid golfers non-stop views at every hole, and an absence of crowds, given Anguilla's many other attractions. The rental equipment is con- sidered top-notch by aficionados. Sandy Ground is the zone for dance- and-drink fun. There's soca and jazz at Johnnos, and a mellow vibe at personali- ty-rich Elvis' Beach Bar. SandBar elevates the tone with tapas and martinis, while Criss Conch Shack is the latest addition to the strip. And that's only a taste of all you'll discover at Sandy Ground. • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS Viceroy Anguilla 166 Paradise Cove Resort 29 Anacaona Boutique Hotel 27 EXHIBITION FACILITIES Viceroy Anguilla Total Space 1,500 sq. ft. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Anguilla Tourist Board (800) 553-4939 www.ivisitanguilla.com Anguilla Bay Beach photo credit: Anguilla Tourist Board