Caribbean Vacations
There’s a very good reason that Caribbean vacations are extremely popular: The islands of the Caribbean are filled with breathtaking beaches, crystalline waters and fascinating wildlife, not to mention flocks of international visitors. What’s more, the region’s different islands are as diverse as they are beautiful. Use this Caribbean Travel Web Guide to explore the wealth of travel opportunities in the Caribbean. You'll also find trip and itinerary help so you can create a Caribbean paradise vacation quickly and easily.
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You can sink your feet into the powdery white sand of Aruba, the volcanic black sand of St. Kitts, ... read more »
Travel Requirements for the Caribbean
The Caribbean, a chain of over 7,000 islands, islets, reefs, and cays, is sometimes referred to as the West Indies. Made up of 12 independent countries as well as a number of British, French, U.S., and Dutch jurisdictions, the Caribbean is a vast and diverse region. The Internet can help you understand the history of the area, and inform you on what to look out for before you go. These sites highlight traditions, customs, safety concerns, and much more.
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- For a list of the countries and territories that comprise the Caribbean, consult Aneki an online almanac, which provides a list of countries, along with brief facts detailing each of the three regions: The Greater Antilles comprises the four largest Antilles islands (Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica and Puerto Rico); The Lesser Antilles consist of The U.S. and British Virgin Islands and the Windward (Martinique, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, the Grenadines, and Grenada) and Leeward (Dominica, Guadeloupe, Montserrat, Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts, Nevis, and Anguilla) Islands; The Bahamas is the third region. WorldAtlas provides a helpful map.
- Caribbean countries differ in their monetary systems. CaribSeek Encyclopedia has a list of the islands and their associated currency. Once you know the currency of the island you are visiting, you can use Oanda to convert currency.
- In addition to visiting the sites in this section, make sure to consult the findingDulcinea Travel Guide for general information directed at Americans going overseas. You’ll find sites with information on visas, passports, security and safety, as well as other general resources to help you prepare for your journey, whether you’re looking for packing tips or insurance sites like InsureMyTrip.
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Getting to the Caribbean
In this section we highlight sites to help you book a vacation package and flight, and to show you ... read more »
Caribbean Hotels
Accommodation choices in the Caribbean range from bare bones to beyond luxurious. Below, ... read more »
Getting around in the Caribbean
In addition to getting around on an individual island, you may also be inclined to hop from one ... read more »
