Caribbean

Whenever the word “Caribbean” is mentioned its hard not to picture the dazzling powdery beaches, fringed with palm trees, set against turquoise waters and bright blue skies. With 26 countries the Caribbean has an island for everyone. Rich in African culture but also steeped in English, French and Dutch heritage, the Caribbean is one of the most culturally diverse areas in the world. If you are after beaches then Antigua is a great port of call, boasting a beach for every day of the year and coral reefs just off the beaches or discover Bonaire, this island has about 90 dive sites of protected underwater wonderlands. Looking to go hiking? The Pitons on St Lucia are for you. Looking for some Cuban culture than look no further than famous Havana with its old narrow streets, with cruising Cadillacs and grand rum bars. Keen sailors should head to The Grenadines, remote and largely untouched, with occasional strong Atlantic winds, passages only generally take only a couple of hours so there is still time for downtime on the largely deserted beaches! If bird watching is your thing head to The Bahamas to see over 80,000 flamingos alongside parrots, pelicans and 140 other native birds. The Caribbean is also a great place for family holidays, travel to the Dominican Republic and visit the “Coconut Coast” with its huge range of all-inclusive hotels from the luxury to the Nickelodeon Hotel there is something for the whole family!