Two beaches in Anguilla have won top ten awards in the 2024 USA Today’s Reader’s Choice Awards. Meads Bay Beach and Shoal Bay Beach won 6th and 8th place respectively in the competition which recognises the world’s best beaches.
Anguilla’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Haydn Hughes, praised the accomplishment, stating, “This accolade underscores the unparalleled beauty of our beaches. Anguilla’s pristine beaches are not just spectacular, but are experiences that inspire and captivate all those who visit.”
He went on, “We invite the world to come and share in the distinctive and unforgettable experiences that Anguilla has to offer.” The minister also spoke to the island’s diverse experiences which appeal to a range of visitors. These experiences include “exquisite cuisine, world-class golf, top-tier tennis facilities, diving adventures, offshore cays, and luxurious spas”. These experiences are “all infused with the warmth of our hospitality that makes Anguilla an unparalleled destination.’’
Mrs. Melisha Maccow-Niles, Chairperson of the Anguilla Tourist Board, highlighted the significance of the accolade. She said, “USA Today is the third-largest print newspaper in the United States, with over two million digital readers.” Mrs. Maccow-Niles sees the nomination of Meads Bay and Shoal Bay beaches as a major achievement. Being named two of the top ten beaches is an outstanding acclaim for Anguilla. She also mentioned that “this recognition reaffirms Anguilla’s reputation for its breathtaking beaches and expectational offerings, which is a proud moment for Anguilla’s tourism and, most importantly, its people.”
Director of Tourism, Ms. Stacey Liburd, also expressed her enthusiasm. She said, “Having Anguilla’s beaches voted among the Top 10 Best in USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Awards is an exciting way to begin 2025. We are grateful to all the readers who voted and warmly invite USA Today’s audience to visit Anguilla in 2025.”
About USA Today
USA Today is an American daily newspaper that serves all 50 states as well as Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. Its international edition is available in Asia, Canada, Europe, and the Pacific Islands. As of 2023, it ranks fifth in print circulation in the U.S., with 132,640 print subscribers, and boasts the fourth-largest digital circulation, with two million online subscribers.
Source: USA Today Readers Choice Votes Anguilla’s Beaches Among Top Ten Best (Visit Anguilla)
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