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Holidays on the US Virgin Islands – American or West Indian?

The US Virgin islands are American territories West Indian by culture. They are top destinations in the list of holiday destinations of the American visitors probably due to no passport formalities. This archipelago’s most visited islets are St John, St Thomas, and St Croix. If St John is the lushest island with two-third of it in parkland and magnificent beaches for hiking and snorkeling, St. Croix is like odd man out situated quite far from the rest offering rainforest, ancient forts, sugar cultivations, and scuba diving. St Thomas is a commercial one offering cruises and resorts. US Virgin Islands Attraction St Thomas Sky Ride: This is the modern aerial cable car ride that provides the best views of the islands. It is a 7-minutes ride over Flag Hill to Paradise Point at 700 feet that started in 1980s. Be atop for enjoying distinct shops, a Bird Show (10:30 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm), gorgeous panoramic views of cruises, Charlotte Amalie harbor, and adjacent islands. It is open  [...]

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What to Do During the Holidays at the Islands of Turks & Caicos

Do you like spending holidays in white-sand beaches, neat azure sea waters, a tranquil atmosphere across islets, isolated coves, and cruising to explore nearby islands? If yes, then precisely these islands are just ideal for you and your hot favorite activities that can be carried out here with great fun. Divers and beach adductors will simply admire the excellence of the sea here where clear waters hold no roaring waves. Even I like all this to be the part of my holiday destination and so I decided to visit this dreamland of mine. Turks & Caicos Attractions Caicos Conch Farm: This is the only sea farm that raises Caribbean queens in the world. Located in Providenciales city in Caicos, this farm educates you on the process of raising the conches here and makes you greet with the two trained and welcoming conchs. You can also see conch pearls. Cheshire Hall: This is the prime historic attraction in Providenciales that holds 200 year-old ruins that once form the cotton plantation  [...]

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Frolic and Enjoy at the Promising Dual-island of Trinidad & Tobago

With the disgusting past of slavery and bonds and the current era of the countless colors, ethnicities, and traditions, this pair of islands stands with lot of attractions inviting you. In this sizzling Caribbean nation, do plan for captivating dives through the coral world, be part of a Carnival that is above any other carnival, or go on the excursion of exploring the rainforests for bird-watching, hiking, and cycling. If Tobago is the pleasure hub, Trinidad offers natural attractions. However, do not look for anyone to take and tour you. This is because the oil and gas industry has resulted in the tourism to go down in the development list. Tourist Attractions in Trinidad and Tobago Beaches: These form the favorite destinations of the most of the visitors. Both in Trinidad and Tobago, beaches are quite attractive. On the Trinidad’s northern coast, some excellent beaches we discovered were those at the Maracas Bay and Blanchisseuse. On the other hand, in Tobago, beaches such  [...]

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St Barthelemy – Welcome to the Island of Fantasy

The Caribbean island of St Barthelemy is nothing less than a glamorous destination. Meeting with stars, having a drink with them, and buying four-digit priced great items – all can be done here. But wait, do not think that for the other types of visitors who like excursions and discoveries, the island have nothing in hand much to offer. The island has all to offer something or the other that each visitor will enjoy. Several gigantic mountains try to touch the sky, undulating hills welcome sprawling villas, and French cottages on the rocky coast invite you. All this is simply not less than a dream. Prime Attractions Anse des Cayes: This is the beach of top choice for the surfers. With its extraordinary and constant breezes, you can also try out windsurfing, sailing, scuba diving or even jet skiing. Cote Mer: This is the best place for catamaran sailing in St. Barth amid the trade winds pushing you to a cozy cove. Try out swimming and snorkeling amid colorful tropical fishes,  [...]

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The Ideal Tourist Packages of St Kitts & Nevis – Different in Details, but Similar in Other Aspects

The pair of two islands carries on many similarities, but with contrasting differences; yet all forming a promising holiday destination. Both the islands are naturally decorated with beaches and wonderful mountains, many indulging activities, rich history, and local Caribbean culture. The fact where they stand apart is regarding the fine points. St Kitts is larger in feeling, full of sugar estates and chimney stacks in visiting, and offers a pure holiday atmosphere, while on the other hand, Nevis is tidier with a single volcano. Both the islands are connected through regular ferry services, which give you the freedom to reside on any one of them, but enjoying both of them. The two isles are separated by a water channel. St Kitts and Nevis Tourist Attractions Basseterre: This is the capital of St Kitts that has still preserves the historic magic of its British and French colonization. We visited the St George's Anglican Church constructed by the French in 1670 A.D., but now it’s  [...]

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Let’s Discover the Most Unrecognized Caribbean Island of Sint Eustatius

Locals call it Statia, while only a few know that is was the most demanding seaport in past. This little Caribbean island was not known to me at all even despite its historic fame until one of my friend told me about it. Like me, there are many people who still do not even know that such an island do exists. All thanks to my friend who told me take a tour of this island this time. As a glorious past, this island was once the bustling center in the 18th century for trading precious supplies among Europe, Africa, and the New World. A deep harbor, this island holds a few best sites for scuba sport on the Caribbean. Prime Attractions Oranjestad: This is the only town on the island offering enchanting ramshacks. Perched on a sea cliff facing a beach and the calm dock, there were some 200 vessels offshore in the 18th century. Explore the terraced Fort Oranje on the cliffs with dotted ancient cannons that was erected in 1636 A.D. and later renovated to admire the U.S. bicentennial celebration  [...]

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Welcome to the Saba Island of Adam and Eve

We all know that Adam and Eve lived in a great garden and were allowed in this calm lush area until they digested a fruit of a specific tree. On breaking this condition, the consequences were ruining, but one can yet explore this paradise now as a sharp volcano peak named Saba. Sitting in the uneven volcanic landscape, the island’s uniform white-green-brown design adorns the innate region. The island of Saba is located at a distance of 28 miles from St. Maarten, both forming a part of the Windward Islands of the Dutch Caribbean. Not only you can enjoy sights on the land, but can also have a breathtaking diving tour under the water to explore its vivid empire of corals, reefs, and marine life such as turtles, sharks, and fishes. These diving opportunities are among the best scuba sites on the planet designated as national marine park. Although it is an island, there is very little reserved in the list of beaches due to rugged outcrop and cliffs. Sad to know that is just one beach,  [...]

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Welcome to the Multihued, Assorted, and Ethnically Unique Island of Puerto Rico!

The relaxed semi-autonomous Caribbean island of Puerto Rico shakes hands with the American smoothness that makes it a diverse and culturally confusing cosmopolitan. Restaurants, 15th century Spanish forts, rambling shopping malls, tropical rainforests, stunning beaches, caves, beautiful coral reefs, interesting museums, Spanish colonial buildings, and a combination of striking reggae and salsa – all are simply amazing. Prime Attractions Old San Juan: This holds some seven blocks that belongs to the period about 500 years back as the place of the Spanish occupation serving as a military grip. The original blue cobbles seen on the streets were actually weighted on the Spanish ships. Some over 400 restored Spanish colonial buildings of the 16th and 17th centuries occupy Old San Juan, which is enough to attract innumerable tourists here. A walk along the narrow and sheer lanes reveals its history enclosed in incredibly thick, but high walls. There are varied stunning plazas also holding  [...]

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Nicaragua: The land of lakes and volcanoes

Republic of Nicaragua is the largest country in central America with an area of 1,30,373 square kilometres. It is bordered by Honduras in the north, Caribbean Sea in the east, Costa Rica in the south and Pacific Ocean in the west. National capital is Managua, the second largest city in Central America and currency is Cordoba Oro. Official language is Spanish although there are people speaking Miskito and other minority languages. Mestizos are the dominant ethnic group of Nicaragua, followed by Whites, Blacks and Amerindians. The name ‘Nicaragua’ comes from a tribal chief of great wisdom and power, who never fade from this nation's collective memory. Nicaragua reminds us of camouflage-clad guerrillas, gunfire and essence of revolution. However, in reality as it stands today, Nicaragua is one of the safest countries in the Americas and a great place for tourism. Geography: Nicaragua has three distinct geographical regions, namely, the Pacific Lowlands, the North Central Highlands  [...]

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Merrymaking in the white beaches of Honduras

Republic of Honduras is located (area; 1,12,000 square kilometres) in Central America. To differentiate between the British Honduras (the former name of Belize), Honduras was referred to as Spanish Honduras. The country is bordered by Guatemala to the west and northwest, Nicaragua in the south, El Salvador and Pacific Ocean (at the Gulf of Fonseca) in the southeast, Gulf of Honduras in the north and the Caribbean Sea in the east. The population of the country is estimated at 8 million. Mestizos are the dominant ethnic group of Honduras. National capital is Tegucigalpa and currency is Lempira. Official language is Spanish. Geography: The terrain of the country mainly comprises mountainous regions with narrow coastal plains and a big lowland jungle (at La Mosquitia region) in the northeastern part. The Sula Valley in the northwest is a densely populated lowland area. Coco River marks the Honduras-Nicaragua boundary in the southeast. Islas de la Bahía and Swan Islands along with Misteriosa  [...]

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