Rocked by music, rolled by change, lapped by turquoise
water, blown by hurricanes – the Caribbean is not a place anyone could call
static. It’s a lively and intoxicating profusion of people and places spread
over 7000 islands (fewer than 10% are inhabited). But, for all they share,
there’s also much that makes them different. Forming a huge swath around the
Caribbean Sea, the namesake islands contradict in ways big and small. Can there
be a greater contrast than between socialist Cuba and its neighbor, the bank-packed
Cayman Islands? Or between booming British-oriented St Kitts and its sleepy,
Dutch-affiliated neighbor Sint Eustatius, just across a narrow channel? With
amazing culture, beaches, activities and weather – not to mention the rum – the
Caribbean is a joyous riot of islands offering the ultimate escape. They've long been known as a resort vacation
destination for honeymooners and retirees, but a small movement toward
eco-tourism and backpacking has started to open up the Caribbean to more
independent travel.
Antigua
It is a fact that an Antigua holiday is pleasantly
slow-paced, and the nightlife is refreshingly low-key. If you are looking for
excitement during the evenings, some of the holiday resorts do have casinos
that can get rather lively after dark. However, it is our experience that most
of the discerning individuals who choose to holiday in Antigua spend most of
their time after hours just chilling out at one of the island’s many great bars
or restaurants. From snorkeling with stingrays and deep sea fishing,
windsurfing and boat charter, a round of golf and rainforest adventures,
kayaking and eco adventures, Antigua can provide fun-filled days. There are
also rainforest canopy adventures, scenic historical tours, scuba-diving,
hiking, kite surfing and sailing.
Barbados
A home away from home, Barbados is a Caribbean paradise
proud of its British heritage, and Barbados hotels offer warm Bajan hospitality
with a quaint colonial flavor. Barbados holidays can involve taking afternoon
tea, hiking the scenic hills of 'Scotland' and standing beneath Lord Nelson's
gaze at his statue in Bridgetown. But don't forget to indulge in the Bajan way
of life; the hotels in Barbados are laid-back, beachside retreats where a hard
day’s work is topping up your tan and sipping on a rum cocktail. World class
water sports including surfing at Soup Bowl on the east coast and various
breaks along the west when the swell is up. The south coast has great surf and
a spot on the world windsurfing tour at Silver Sands. Travel inland to various
plantation houses which put on meals and exhibitions. Visit the animal flower
cave or Barbados wildlife reserve.
Jamaica
The home of reggae, rum and Rastas, Jamaica is a tropical
paradise of pristine beaches, crashing waterfalls and lush landscapes, and
Jamaica hotels are the perfect base for your island getaway. Kick back with a
rum cocktail with the Blue Mountains as your backdrop, or take your time to
discover the island's colonial past; Jamaica holidays promise both laid-back
lounging and an action-packed break. The beaches are a lure for many,
especially Negril with its 7-mile white sand beach, lively Ocho Rios with its
collection of beaches for sun-worshippers, and Montego Bay with its calm waters
- great for families and water sports. The spirit of the legendary Bob Marley
and reggae music has been ever-present in Jamaica, renowned for its strong
musical culture, and Jamaican cuisine is a melting pot of flavors that reflect
the different cultures that have influenced the island over the years.
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