About Caribbean Islands
Antigua
The heart of Caribbean.
Antigua has a flavor and style reminiscent of merry old England.
This island offers various choice of accommodations from upscale resorts which
attracts celebrities from around the world to quiet, elegant retreats. But the
best attraction are the beaches - a total of 365 in all. Antigua is a very
picturesque island and is worthy of a least an afternoon of exploration.
Referred as "Caribbean Williamsburg", Nelson's dockyard has a variety of
colonial naval buildings, shops, restaurants and more.
Anguilla
Where doing nothing means experiencing
it all.
A special island... Small, serene, uncrowded. A
quiet island where the people are welcoming and visitors are quickly becoming
friends. A haven from the place of life elsewhere. A place to relax and enjoy
the sand between your toes. Excellent beaches and restaurants. Queen Elizabeth
vacations there!
Aruba
An island all your own.
Aruba is a blend of various European
nationalities which settled this island in the Netherland Antilles. Noted for
its miles of soft, white sand beaches lined with palm trees and resorts, Aruba
offers a wide variety of water sports, duty free shopping, exquisite dining,
exciting casinos and nightlife. Aruba is cosmopolitan but relaxed. It is known
for its cleanliness and for the friendliness of people.
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The islands of the Bahamas
It just keeps getting
better.
An Archipelago just south of Florida.
Consists from New Providence (Paradise Island, Nassau, Cable Beach), Grand
Bahama Island and small "Family Islands". Culture galore is what you will find
on this island. Grand Bahamas Arts and Crafts village features more then 96
vendors offering colorful creations by locals. Tour one of the world's largest
charted underwater cave systems in Lucayan National park. Shop in Nassau at it's
famous Straw Market. Paradise Island is known for it's beautiful white-sand
beaches, foliage, colorful flowers, and groves of trees.
Barbados
Just beyond your imagination.
Considered the most "British" of the
Commonwealth islands, the charm of an earlier and more leisurely age has not
been lost in Barbados. Beautiful powdery beaches dot the Caribbean side of the
island. Sightseeing is rich in history, and shopping is rich in treasure –
especially British goods. An abundance of water sports activities and a great
variety of nightlife ranging from folklore shows to dancing under the stars adds
up to round the clock fun.
Bermuda
Let yourself go..
The natural beauty of blue seas, pink
beaches, abundant flowers and lush rolling greens create the magical pastel
setting that is Bermuda. There is much to see and do, too on this island of
fascinating geography and history. Take your pick - relaxation or excitement.
Swimming, fishing, scuba diving, water skiing, sailing and great golf await the
sporting soul while shopping for international bargains and sightseeing excite
the explorer. British-style pubs, discos, calypso tunes and Las Vegas style
revues give you a choice of evening activities.
Bonaire
The friendliest island in the Caribbean.
Bonaire is owned and strongly
influenced by Dutch culture and architecture. Beacuse of its charming island
athmosphere and easygoing people, Bonaire has earned its reputation as the
friendliest island in the Caribbean. Bonaire is not only surrounded by coral
reef, it is a reef in itslef with the best diving and snorkeling in the Western
hemisphere. It is often said that that Bonaire has more flamingoes than people.
At beaches, sand is in three colors - pink, white or black. There are
spectacular parks and conservation areas, making the island a true paradise for
nature lovers.
Curacao
The breakaway from the
everyday.
An island unlike any other. The picturesque
Floating market, the oldest synagogue in the Western Hemisphere, the famous
Ponton Bridge. The Capital Willemstad, with it's quaint colonial style
architecture reflects the Dutch influence of centuries ago. Charming colonial
plantation houses, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, surfing, sailing, the purest
drinking water. The gold medal-winning Amstel, the only beer distilled from sea
water. Plus dependable weather.
The Cayman Islands/Grand Cayman
Those who know us, love us.
A magical isle that lies 480 miles south of
Miami; a loyal British colony that is peaceful, friendly and a wonderful
uncrowded vacation spot. The people of the Cayman islands are known for their
warmth and sincere friendliness. Known worldwide for their diving, snorkeling
and water sports, the Cayman's incredibly clear, beautiful waters set the scene
for underwater paradise. Enjoy the duty-free shopping with bargains on fine
china, Waterford Crystal, famous perfumes, spirits, British woolens and
beautiful Caymanian black coral jewelry.
Dominican Republic
Come discover the Dominican
Republic difference.
An interesting blend of city, countryside
and stunning beaches, The Dominicana (AKA Dominican Republic) is where you
discover ultimate vacation. Choose from Puerto Plata, where you'll find
interesting shops, restaurants, and beautiful beaches with colorful flowers and
tropical greenery. Or, for sightseers, Santo Domingo offers old world charm.
Stroll thru cobblestone streets enroute to visiting museums, art galleries and
churches in the oldest settled city in Western Hemisphere. In the evening, enjoy
the pleasures of the modern city with it's discos, nightclubs and casinos. Both
cities cater to golfers, tennis buffs, and water sports and horseback riding
enthusiasts.
Jamaica
Come to Jamaica and feel
all right!
Lush and lovely, Jamaica's beauty enchants
everyone. Ringed by beautiful white-sand beaches, Jamaica is peaked by the
forested and rugged ridges of Blue Mountains. Water sports abound, but there is
more to this island paradise than beach life. Climb a waterfall, take a river
raft trip, enjoy a steam train ride into the island's interior, visit old
plantation houses, play golf or bargain for art or great Jamaican fashions.
Puerto Rico.
Discover the continent of Puerto Rico.
Cosmopolitan nightlife blends with the colonial
culture and history to create an atmosphere of excitement and beauty. Old San
Juan is reminiscent of Old Spain, and the beachfront suburbs of Condado and Isla
Verde abound with high-rise casino hotels, sophisticated shopping, dining and
entertainment. Variety continues into the countryside with its quiet seaside
resorts, lush rain forests, spectacular beaches ...and onto the water with
fishing, boating, sailing and diving.
St. Kitts and Nevis.
Your place in the sun..
Tranquil, easy going and friendly best
describes the atmosphere of these lovely islands. Situated between Caribbean Sea
and Atlantic Ocean, St. Kitts boasts spectacular views of neighboring islands
from the summit of Mt. Liamuga and atop Brimstone Hill, a fortress dating from
1736 known as "Gibraltar of the Caribbean". Nature Lovers will enjoy a visit to
the rain forest and the monkey preserve. For island’s fashions, visit the batik
factory or the shops in town for native crafts. The island's best beaches are in
Frigate bay and Banana Bay sections.
St. Lucia
...Simply beautiful!
A lush, exotic little gem in the Southern
Caribbean, only 27 miles long and full of surprises: rain forests, banana
plantations, tropical flowers and fruits everywhere. Lovely beaches and quiet
bays are filled with tiny, dazzling fish. Visit the Pitons, twin volcanic
mountains from water's edge to their peaks, and a fantastic volcano that you can
walk into! A spectacularly lush island, St. Lucia has the setting for many
movies including James Bond films.
St. Maarten/St. Martin
Delightfully Dutch. Fantastically
French.
This island is an elegant retreat where visitors come to spend
their time in - or very close by - the water. St. Maarten/St. Martin actually
has a split personality - one half is Dutch - St. Maarten, St. Martin - French.
No matter how you choose to spell it, this island is a romantic and scenic
getaway. In the evening after gourmet French dinner visit casino on Dutch side
for excitement.
British Virgin Islands
Discover nature's little secrets...
The British Virgin Islands, composed of over 50
islands, rocks and cays dotting the sparkling blue waters, around Sir Francis
Drake Channel, and known for some of the finest sailing and water sports
anywhere. Tranquil. Enchanting. Whether the visitor arrives by air or by sea, he
will be overwhelmed by the surrounding
US Virgin Islands
The American paradise in the
Caribbean!
US Virgin Islands. St. Croix, St. Thomas, St.
JohnStill showing its Danish heritage, St. Croix is part of the American
paradise of the US Virgin Islands. Well known for its Cruzan Rum distillery,
sightseeing highlights also include a sugar plantation and greathouse, the rain
forest or an excursion to Buck island, an underwater National Park. Glimmering
bays, powdery sand beaches, towering green hills, unsurpassed shopping make your
vacation on St. Thomas unforgettable. For sailing enthusiasts, St. Thomas is the
gateway to Drake Passage - the most scenic Caribbean sailing. St. John is
uncrowded with almost 1/3 of it's territory occupied by National Park and has
beautiful beaches and views.
Turks & Caicos Islands
Beautiful by nature.
Most Americans are probably unfamiliar with Turks
and Caicos, an archipelago of arid and rough-hewn islands lying 575 miles
southeast of Miami. The beauty of this region is in the pure interplay of earth
and water; the contrast of sculpted limestone formations interspersed with
sprawling beaches, cactus, and scrub bush; and the acres of spreading mangroves
and wetlands. As a result, these islands offer plenty of opportunity for
observing nature, particularly in the deserted cays etched along the shoreline.
Besides excellent diving, the wetlands offer the intrepid the chance for serious
exploration and bird watching. Providenciales (familiarly known as "Provo"), is
one of the most popular destinations for visitors. Today, one of Provo's
greatest assets is a broad, unbroken extent of beach stretching 12 miles along
the shore of Grace Bay. Accommodations here can run from the small to the
medium-sized hotel to luxury condos to resorts. There is also fine dining,
nightclubs, casinos, a bit of shopping, tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf
course.
Martinique, French Caribbean
Island of Flowers
The Arawaks, its original inhabitants, named
Martinique Madinina, "Island of Flowers". Famous for its lush tropical
vegetation, the island features wild orchids, frangipani, anthurium, jade wines,
flamingo flowers and hundreds of varieties of hibiscus. Columbus explored the
island in 1502, but it was the French in 1635 who established the first
permanent European settlement on the island overcoming the Carib Tribe.
Nowadays, it is a rich, highly developed island with the biggest shopping malls
and the finest restaurants in the Caribbean. A typical day
here could be spent exploring museums in the morning, relaxing on the beach in
the afternoon, dining at one of the island's many gourmet restaurants and
enjoying the nightlife at the jazz clubs or casinos.
St. Bart's, French Caribbean
St. Bart's was named by Columbus
for his brother Bartolomeo. The island was ceded to Sweden 1784-1878 when it
again became a French Colony. Evidence of this period can be found in the
capital city of Gustavia (named for King Gustav III of Sweden) where once can
still view examples of Nordic Architecture and street signs written in French
and Swedish. Long known as the resort for celebrities and royalty, the island is
the quiteset and most relaxing of the French West Indies. Famous for it's
gourmet restaurants and beaches whose waters range from calm to surfable, the
island is ideal resort location..
Guadeloupe, French Caribbean
Guadeloupe is made of two islands, Basse-Terre and Grande_Terre, connected by a draw bridge that spans the narrow strait called "Riviere Salee". Most hotels and tourist area are located on Grand-Terre. Basse-Terre is less developed featuring the vast "Parc National" with lush rain forests, thundering water falls and off its west coast at Malendure is one of the world's finest diving sites. Explore the off-shore archipelago of "Illes de Santes", "Marie Galante" and "La Desirade" where you will find an area that has remained largely untouched by the outside world.
Mexico
An endless journey...
So close to United States and yet so far,
Mexico is a country of enormous complexity, beauty and romance can easily
conquer your heart, enticing you to return again and again. The Mexico Caribbean
beaches are pristine with turquoise water and coral reefs. Everywhere you will
find reminders of the Mayans and Aztecs whose civilizations were more advanced
than any contemporaries in Europe or Africa. But most for all, the greatest
asset of Mexico is its people. They are friendly, warm and the family in Mexico
is an immensely valued and respected institution. And that respect is carries
over to the visiting families, that's why many Americans find Mexico to be a
destination who welcomes family more than any other. Cancun and Tulum are the
hottest spot to visit in the Caribbean Sea. Cancun combines the modern
amenities, unique archaeological zones and a large variety of the world's most
beautiful beaches. And, lately, the 100 miles corridor between Cancun and Tulum
has been targeted for new development. This area has striking natural landscape
- unspoiled beaches, rain forests and Mayan ruins.