The playground of the rich and the famous, the Caribbean is an exciting vacation destination. While you may immediately think of of palm-fringed white sand beaches and beautiful blue waters, the Caribbean is so much more than this. Each country has its own distinct color and flavor, which when blended together generates an almost perfect world unto itself.

Tropical forests, exotic wildlife, verdant plantations, hypnotic rhythms, delicious cuisines, and a plethora of activities make the Caribbean the ultimate vacation paradise. The Caribbean beckons you with its intriguing past, rich and glorious colonial heritage, grand architecture, diverse communities, and a passion for life. Tales of pirates, slavery and revolution mingle with the new and modern to provide a multifaceted atmosphere to savor and enjoy.

Whether you are traveling here with your family or on a romantic getaway, the Caribbean is the place to be. From luxurious private resort islands to budget and backpacker hotels, you can find every kind of accommodation out here. Enjoy a wealth of activities from sailing and scuba diving to windsurfing, and so much more. If that is not enough, you can try your hand at a game of cricket, an English sport that has wholeheartedly been embraced by the people here.

Party in the Caribbean from sunset to sunrise and don’t forget to enjoy the many carnivals on hand. No matter what time of year, there’s a party always going on somewhere. Junkanoo in the Bahamas, Reggae Sumfest in Jamaica and Trinidad’s legendary Port of Spain Carnival are a few of the best places to go dancing in the streets. For some of the best nightlife, visit San Juan, Puerto Rico; Casa de la Musica, Cuba and Saint Martin to have a blast all night long.

Saint Lucia, Saba, Saint Vincent, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic are known for their wonderful natural beauty. If you are in the mood to shop, head to Puerto Rico, the Cayman Islands and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Families will enjoy themselves in Aruba, Puerto Rico and the Bahamas, while sailing enthusiasts can relish the various regattas held on the Grenadines, in Antigua and on the British Virgin Islands. For some of the finest beaches, visit Martinique, the Turks and Caicos and Anguilla. For a romantic getaway, Nevis, Little Cayman and St. Bart’s are the places to be.