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Perfect Caribbean Travel For Every Vacation
lose your eyes and imagine island, as mountains, the trade
a Caribbean vacation. Done? winds, and even geographic
The images you called to location can cause some subtle
mind probably contained pristine and not-so-subtle differences.
white beaches, aquamarine waters, Islands such as Aruba are
and plenty of palm trees. seemingly an anomaly - cacti and
Fortunately, the Caribbean is aloe grow more readily than
full of enough beautiful beaches fragrant hibiscus in its desert
to satisfy every traveler, but climate. Meanwhile, islands like
there's much more to the islands Puerto Rico offer mountain hikes
than just beaches - which is good to adventure seekers, as well as
news for travelers who want their cooler temperatures high in its
trip to be more than just a day ranges.
at the beach.
Culture can be another important
While some islands are, indeed, difference among islands. If
known for their beaches, others, you're looking for a taste of
like Saba, hardly have any. Paris alongside a bit of tropical
There's a whole world of sunshine, turn to Martinique and
activities in the Caribbean; it's the other French West Indies.
just a matter of knowing where to Travelers can also enjoy islands
look. Learning a bit about some where Dutch colonial style still
of the islands can help you get a reigns in the Netherlands
feel for the many differences Antilles, or take tea in the
you'll find here. British West Indies. Some islands
have been territories of many
Basic Island Differences nations throughout their history,
and the cultural mix can be
Surprisingly, weather can be delightful.
quite different from island to
Activities, though, can make or feeling a little disappointed.
break a vacation. There are
plenty of natural sights to see, Cancún is the ubiquitous spring
both above and below the waves; break vacation spot for most
mountainous peaks rise high into college students. But many people
the sky, and historic buildings don't know that the surrounding
attract many visitors. Cultural areas have plenty to offer as
festivals like the famous well. Cancún may have gorgeous
Carnival are also popular draws beaches and plenty of nightlife,
to these islands. However, when but Cozumel offers incredible
you're looking for activities, underwater sights to dazzle
it's important to make the right intrepid divers. The area known
choices. as the Mayan Riviera includes
secluded spots like Playa del
Place-by-Place Carmen, which many families love,
while Tulum hosts larger than
Jamaica attracts many visitors life Mayan ruins.
each year to its popular resort
towns and beaches. Whether you're A popular spot for cruising as
heading to Negril, Montego Bay, much as any other kind of travel,
Ocho Rios, Kingston, or somewhere The Bahamas has plenty of popular
else entirely, Jamaica has plenty ports and beaches, but crowds in
of culture to offer. Golf on the the cities can be too much for
grounds of a former plantation or some travelers. The Out Islands,
explore its famous Blue however, are some of the most
Mountains. There's plenty to see popular areas for vacationers
and do on land. And, of course, looking to escape the crowds.
who can forget the food and Whether you're off to see Ernest
crafts? Still, avid snorkelers Hemingway's Bimini, enjoying the
and divers may leave this island hustle and bustle of popular
cities like Freeport, or sailing U.S. or the British islands,
and fishing between any of the you'll find crystal clear waters
islands, The Bahamas a great spot and plenty of sites. St. Thomas
for a unique vacation not far offers shopping; St. Croix
from the Florida coast. features historic Dutch
buildings; and St. John is home
Puerto Rico has plenty of to a wildlife preserve.
advocates as well, since it Snorkelers and divers will find
offers travelers everything from beautiful sites in the U.S.
mountain vistas to a bit of Virgin Islands. The British
diving and snorkeling. It's best Virgin Islands are much more
known for its history and its secluded, and locals welcome
rainforest. While Old San Juan is vacationers with their warm
popular, visit Ponce on the smiles and British hospitality.
southern coast for something a
little different. El Yunque, the Travelers who want another taste
only rainforest in the U.S. of something British can stop in
National Parks system, is a good at Barbados and have afternoon
stop for nature lovers. Shopping, tea with the Bajan locals.
casinos, and nightlife are all Visitors to Bermuda can explore
important aspects of San Juan's some of the cultural heritage
popularity, and don't forget to this island retains, and stick
spend a bit of time at one of the around for a game of golf.
beaches as well. Despite Bermuda's distinctly
non-Caribbean location, it is
Island Groups still considered a popular
tropical location and is often
Get ready to sail when visiting grouped with other Caribbean
the Virgin Islands. Whether islands. The sister islands of
you're planning to stop in at the Antigua and Barbuda are also
known for beautiful beaches and provide ecologically-oriented
rich British history, as well as travelers an especially rich and
incredible sailing. diverse set of Caribbean spots to
explore. Each of these islands
Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, has a different culture and
known as the ABC Islands, are intriguing aspects. Whether
three of the Netherlands Antilles you're curious about The
islands, located just north of Dominican Republic's popular
Venezuela's coast. With the added surfing beaches or St. Lucia's
distinction of being outside the famous volcanic peaks, you're
Caribbean's "Hurricane Belt," sure to find something
this trio of islands offers some interesting to explore.
unusual desert climates,
fascinating history, and nature While it may be easy to visualize
unlike anything you'll find in what some would consider a
the rest of the Caribbean. typical Caribbean island, it may
take a little more effort to
Other Isles really pick one that is perfect
for your stay. Every traveler has
The Dominican Republic, St. his or her own idea of what makes
Lucia, Saba, Belize, and Dominica a great getaway, and building
are known for their natural that trip is easy in the
beauty. With mountains, rivers, Caribbean. With just a bit of
tropical forests, and underwater discernment, everyone can be
scenes to explore, these satisfied on their vacation to
relatively untouched locales the Caribbean.
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Jennifer Smith writes for http://Dominica-Guide.info, http://StMartin-Guide.info, and other Segisys travel Web sites. "© 2005, Interactive Internet Websites, Inc. Article may only be reprinted if it is not modified in any way, and if all links remain live.
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