I live in the Caribbean but still love to travel to Anguilla for many reasons. One is the music. My first trip my daughter and I found Dune Preserve, the ramshackle rasta party haven owned by the one and only Bankie Banx. It was Sunday so jazz was on tap. Dining on grilled lobster in this seaside setting was magical. Our next stop was Elvis’s for the Lunasea party. Satisfaction Band was cranking up the music. It was a lively night of dancing and fun. Again, what better way to listen to music than seaside sipping rum punches. Another spot I found my last trip in Aug. was Smokeys late Sunday afternoon. The Mussingtons play into the night. I had heard them once at Johnno’s on my first trip and loved their style. A few girlfriends and I sipped drinks with our feet in the sand. Magical. Saturdays at Smokey’s features the Musical Brothers. They are a favorite with tourists and locals. A favorite with many is Pumphouse when the Musical Brothers play again. During Carnival in August I caught a few songs by this very tall Rasta I think his name was Earthlight. He had a great voice. I later met him on the beach and chatted plenty.
Anguilla has a very cool vibe. The beaches are amazing, dining is superb and the music scene is very Irie.
Dune Preserve Sunday Lime
Tags: Banki, Dune Preserve, Elvis's Beach Bar, Musical Brothers, Pumphouse, Satisfaction Band, Smokeys, The Mussingtons
