
Caribbean
What you need to know before you go
The Caribbean island chain entices travellers with its range of idyllic tropical escapes, bobbing like jewels in the Caribbean Sea. Each of the 28 countries in this string of islands has something unique to offer. Some are troves of amazing natural beauty, both on land and under the azure waters that surround the coastlines. Take Puerto Rico, for instance, with its forested mountains and waterfalls, plus hidden bays with bioluminescent waves. Here’s what the islands do have in common: miles and miles of gorgeous beaches, hidden coves and powder-fine sand.
The Caribbean is also rich in history and culture – some are home to significant sites dating back to forgotten civilizations. Along with cultural diversity comes Caribbean’s eclectic culinary scene. You can find hints of flavours from all the world’s continents here. That, along with the idea of kicking back on a quiet beach with a refreshing piña colada, are only a few ideas to inspire you to add the Caribbean to your list of dream travel destinations.
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The Turks and Caicos comprise 40 idyllic islands and cays, only 12 of which have a resident population. The tiny territory welcomes about a million visitors each year to its sandy shores, with most arriving on cruise ships. Being such...Barbuda
Barbuda, together with Antigua, is a tropical island that makes up the Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda. The relatively quiet island is about 161 sq km, with pink and white beaches lining its 27-km-long coast. Popular spots...San Juan
Puerto Rico’s thriving capital of San Juan allows travellers to explore one of the oldest settlements in the Americas founded...Bermuda
Bermuda looks and feels a lot like a little chunk of the UK in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean...Saint Martin
Saint Martin has 2 distinct sides (and names), with its northern end governed by the French Republic and its south...
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