Caribbean Vacation Ideas
Imagine blue turquoise water, white powdery sand, lush forests with waterfalls, diving, surfboarding, fishing and bird watching, but most of all Romance. It is no other but the Caribbean.
The honeymooners or couples of any sorts are inspired by the ambiance of each island. Families with children enjoy exploring the exciting activities in a whole new world.
Nightfall under the stars, experience an array of cafes and bars with local musicians on the beach or a fancy restaurant, clubs and casinos. They have it all.
Best time to travel: November to May
Currency: Eastern Caribbean dollar, U.S. Currency
Entry Documents: Valid US Passport
Antigua has 365 beaches, one for every day of the year. Cades Reef, 2 miles stretch of the most amazing tropical fishes could be seen by divers and snorkelers. Every Sunday tourists and locals gather to enjoy BBQ, rum, dance to reggae from day though the night at Shirley Heights.
Best time to visit: year – round – Aruba is outside the Hurricane area
Currency: Aruban Florin
Entry Documents: Valid US Passport
Aruba’s capital, Oranjestad is one of the modern cities of the Caribbean, filled with many upscale boutiques, fun restaurants and many exciting night clubs. Many casinos with Las Vegas style shows.
Aruba’s traditional tourist attraction is no other than the Palm Beach with its famous beaches that offers many activities such as Banana boat rides, parasailing, jet skies. An array of hotels from Westin to Holiday Inn are located on Palm Beach. Be sure to visit The California Lighthouse, the site of the former Natural Bridge, aloe Museum, the Butterfly Farm and Ostrich Farm.
Famous for the Pitons, two side by side mountain peaks in the middle of the sea covered with lush greenery. The small villages surrounding the Pitons, such as Soufriere with beautiful , colorful homes. Make sure to visit the only drive in volcano and close to it go to the Sulphur Springs, which is known for healing and anti-aging.
Excellent for snorkeling, beautiful beaches and reefs, very picturesque. Upscale shopping, cafes, restaurants and beautiful resorts.
Visit Rodney Bay which is one of the most tourist friendly areas on the North side of Saint Lucia, which is also known for its boutique hotels, casual bars, very lively on the weekend nights. Close to the North side be sure to take a drive to Pigeon Island National Park which combines nature and history on a 40 acre islet.