14. Barbados

Distance from NYC: 4 hours and 45 minutes

Average hotel room cost: $210 per night

Whether you're in search of prime beach resorts, exhilarating nightlife, or breathtaking natural sites, you'll find them in Barbados. Its capital, Bridgetown, is home to the Mount Gay Rum Distillery, which produces the world's oldest brand of rum. On the west side, you'll find calm waters ideal for swimming, while the east side boasts wild surf terrain. In total, there are 205 different activities for travelers, and it has a moderate beach-density score of 0.23.