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Basseterre, St. Kitts
Gorgeous, green and volcanic St. Kitts has pink beaches, a magnificent mountain coastline and picturesque fishing villages. It also boasts a colorful history of pirates, and perhaps the Caribbean's most impressive fortress, 300-year-old Brimstone Hill.
Belize City, Belize
Long before the 17th-century powers began to argue over Belizian sovereignty, a Mayan civilization flourished here at the mouth of the Belize river. But it is the natural history that is Belize's most precious resource. This geographically endowed region features lush lowlands and tremendous wetlands, timbered mountains, prime rainforests and karstic landscapes pocketed by caves and caverns. And above all a pristine coastline protected by the second longest barrier reef in the world.
Boston, Massachusetts
Home of more colleges and universities than any other city in the USA, and infused with a vibrant, young ambiance, Boston has been the intellectual capital for more than 350 years. Walk through lovely Louisbourg Square in Beacon Hill, wander the antique red brick halls of the New and Old Statehouses, join the crowds of students as they cross Harvard Square and you feel the irresistible vitality of Boston. Visit bewitching Salem or make a pilgrimage to Plymouth Rock and Old Cape Cod.
Bridgetown, Barbados
On this island of tropical palm-fringed beaches there's an ambiance that ranges from sophisticated (in Bridgetown) to slow-paced. Enjoy an exciting tour of Harrison's cave, filled with underground streams, thundering waterfalls, stalactites and stalagmites.
Costa Maya, Mexico
This unspoilt coastal paradise in the Yucatan sprawls off the beaten path from the Mayan ruins of Tulum to the Belizean border. Brilliant butterflies, exotic tropical birds, deer, monkeys - even jaguars - are said to roam the remote parts of this pristine jungle. While not far from shore you'll find mile after mile of historic ship wrecks and coral formations, much of them virtually unexplored.
Cozumel, Mexico
The beaches, dining and shopping are great on this tiny tropical isle just 12 miles off Mexico's coast. But it's the coral reef just off shore and the sacred Maya ruins that are the primary attractions. Palm-lined beaches throb with activity, while a dense jungle interior showcases Cozumel's primeval side. Spectacular Palancar Reef, part of the second longest coral reef system in the world, beckons divers from all over the world.
George Town, Grand Cayman
Once a pirate stronghold and haven for deserters from Oliver Cromwell's army, British Grand Cayman today is charming, prosperous and utterly civilized. Even though the famous Seven-Mile Beach is actually closer to six miles long, every inch of its golden sand is a treat. In addition to duty-free shops filled with fine English porcelain and crystal, the marvelous marine park system alone makes a visit here worthwhile.
Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas
Do you fancy sport in a dream setting? Then you are spot-on at Grand Bahama Island! What are you interested in? You can gallop along the beach, master deep sea fishing Hemingway-style, paddle through mangrove forests in Lucaya National Park and naturally dive, dive, dive!
Great Stirrup Cay (NCL private Island), Bahamas
This unspoiled paradise of white sandy beaches and coconut palms is home to lizards, seagulls, neon-colored fish - and a few very fortunate guests of NCL. For this is our own private island. Snooze in a hammock under a shady palm tree. Learn to snorkel in a peaceful cove where tropical fish weave around equally colorful coral and sea fans. Dance the limbo and enjoy a beachside barbecue. Circle the island in a kayak or sailboat. This is the life! And today is your day to enjoy it.
Key West, Florida
Laid-back lifestyles, a thriving arts community and quaint pastel-colored architecture make Key West a popular resort destination. But that's not all. There's also deep-sea fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving; legendary sunsets accompanied by homegrown entertainment at Mallory Square; and a chance to paddle a kayak around a mangrove - rimmed island.
King`s Wharf, Bermuda
After the American War of Independence, the British were no longer able to use ports in their former American colonies, so they chose this site on hilly Ireland Island at the western tip of Bermuda as their 'Gibraltar of the West.' It served as a dockyard facility and resupply depot for ships heading between Nova Scotia and the British West Indies. The fort was built between 1814 and 1863 by nearly 10.000 convicts who were quartered in unspeakable conditions on prison ships stationed in the deepwater cove.
Miami, Florida
This vibrant business center of the Americas sprawls between the placid Everglades and the dazzling haunts of the rich and famous on Miami Beach. Miami was developed by a railroad magnate and made famous by superstars who thrive on its churning nightlife and live in its lavish waterfront estates. A short drive from world-famous South Beach and trendy Ocean Drive is quaint Coconut Grove, a monument to Miami's more cultural side.
Nassau, Bahamas
Although Christopher Columbus stopped in the Bahamas in 1492, the Spanish weren't the first Europeans to permanently settle here: the British were. They built forts to protect towns from marauding pirates and left a lasting legacy of British manners. While you're here, try your bargaining skills at the Straw Market. Or choose a historic tour, ride a submarine, sail a catamaran, pet a dolphin or try your luck in a world-class casino.
New Orleans, Louisiana
This city is a unique cultural gumbo of African, Indian, Cajun and Creole influences. Its charms are mesmerizing, infatuating visitors with exotic foods, a fantastic jazz tradition, historic architecture and nightlife unrivaled anywhere in the USA. We recommend an extra day or two to indulge in some of the fun.
New York
There's truly no city in the world quite like New York. From the bustling vitality of Wall Street to the funky galleries of Soho to the bright lights of Broadway and Times Square this is America’s candy store. Its frenetic pace can be dizzying, its people, a vibrant patchwork of nationalities who speak the real language of the city: diversity. There is no place like New York.
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Though the city does not quite live up to its name, water does play a big role around Ocho Rios. You will be able to experience this for yourself on a boat tour through the mangrove forests or on a visit to the famous Dunn’s River Falls. From a height of 200 metres, the water cascades over natural limestone terraces and plunges directly into the blue Caribbean Sea. It’s up to you to decide: just admire the falls from a viewing platform or climb up yourself. But there is also a lot to discover above the water line. Cobaya Garden for example, a tropical garden featuring exotic flora, or how does a round of golf in front of Caribbean dream settings sound to you?
Oranjestad, Aruba
Spotlessly clean and as Dutch as a wooden shoe, Aruba hosts some of the best pure white beaches in the Caribbean and a desert-like interior of divi-divi trees, aloe plants and cacti. The crystal waters off shore offer up gardens of coral and ghostly remains of ships wrecked on the reefs.
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Half-French/half-Dutch and wholly delightful St. Maarten is the smallest territory in the world to be shared by two sovereign states. You'll find superb cuisine, cafes and boutiques in French St. Martin, and flower boxes on the Dutch side. Take a scenic island drive, drive a birdie at Mullet Bay, or drive a great bargain at one of the duty-free shops; St. Maarten features some of the best buys in the Caribbean.
Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida
This busy port will have you shuttling from one exciting option to the next. Orlando is considered the Theme Park Capital of the World and with a full day stay, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy one. You can also visit nearby Kennedy Space Center Visitors Complex or spend the day at Cocoa Beach for fun in the sun.
Roatán, Honduras
You'll receive a welcome as warm as the weather in this rustic, banana-shaped idyll of brilliant blue water, palm-fringed beaches and cooling trade winds. One of three Bay Islands just off the coast of Honduras, Roatan is home to a mix of eight different cultures who share a common pride in their homeland. Just off shore, the pristine Belizean Reef—teeming with marine life and some of the best pillar coral in the Caribbean—is considered one of the best dive destinations in the world.
Roseau, Dominica
Ecotourists love Dominica's waterfalls, lakes, freshwater swamps and hiking trails. Roseau's brightly painted buildings recall an earlier time in the Caribbean. The 40-acre botanical gardens were founded in 1891 as an annex to London's famous Kew Gardens.
Samaná, Dominican Republic
The peninsula Samana boasts with white sandy beaches, crystal-clear water and beautiful preliminary islands. Samana's whales are another well known attraction. Each year 3 to 5 thousand humpback whales return to Bahia de Samana and adjacent waters to give birth and mate for the following year. From January until March, frolicsome males can be observed vying for the attentions of demure females.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Much smaller but as loud as a ship’s horn is the Coqui tree frog that hops through the El Yunque rainforest. Get ready for even more unusual sounds in the Puerto Rican jungle. The capital San Juan welcomes you in a not quite so exotic manner but doesn’t fail to impress. Cobblestone alleys lead you to the huge fortresses El Morro and San Cristobal.
Santo Tomás De Castilla, Guatemala
Santo Tomas is Guatemala's largest port at the Caribbean Ocean. Just a few kilometres south of Puerto Barrios on Santo Tomás bay, it was formerly known as Matías de Galvez. You can visit the nearby Mayan site of Quirigua with its six huge stelae (ornately carved standing stones) and an acropolis all set in a jungle clearing.
St. John`s, Antigua
With a beach for each day of the year, a coastline peppered with safe harbors and a nearly unbroken protective wall of coral reef, Antigua was fought over by many nations. It has been staunchly British since the establishment of a naval headquarters on the island in the beginning of the 18th century in the course of a century long rivalry at sea between Great Britain and France.
St. Thomas, American Virgin Islands
The waterfront warehouses where gold-hungry pirates once stored their booty now house treasure of another kind: duty-free china, watches, jewelry and other luxury goods. Shopping is one of the big onshore attractions in Charlotte Amalie, the capital of the US Virgin Islands. Offshore, colorful coral reefs in turquoise waters lure snorkelers and scuba divers from all over the world. And everywhere, there's spectacular scenery everyone can enjoy!
Tampa, Florida
Tampa is so much more than merely home to Busch Gardens (one of the most popular theme parks in Florida). The Ybor City district is alive with history, shopping and fine dining. The Tampa Museum of Art and the Museum of Science and Industry are also must-sees.
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Superb white sand beaches, big surf, visiting yachts and a collection of lively beach bars make Tortola a popular stop. Here you can hike to the top of Sage Mountain, tour the botanical gardens or explore the quaint diversions of Road Town, the island’s main settlement.
Willemstad, Curacao
The people of the Netherlands established a trading settlement at a fine natural harbour on the Caribbean island of Curaçao in 1634. The town developed continuously over the following centuries. The modern town consists of several distinct historic districts whose architecture reflects not only European urban-planning concepts but also styles from the Netherlands and from the Spanish and Portuguese colonial towns with which Willemstad engaged in trade.
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