7 nights. Virgin Islands (U.S.), Netherlands Antilles, Dominica, Barbados

Day 1

san juan, puerto rico

Departure: 20:00

San Juan, the capital of and largest city in Puerto Rico, was officially established in 1521, making it one of the oldest cities in all of the Americas. Being a United States territory, San Juan is a pretty unique place to visit in the Caribbean; the capital city offers all the comforts and amenities of any American city, but has still managed to retain a distinct Latin atmosphere and culture. The historic part of the city, Old San Juan, is among the oldest settlements within Puerto Rico full of colourful streets that have historical and cultural significance. As you stroll down the streets of Old San Juan, you can't help but be amazed at the five centuries of history that have been so beautifully preserved. One of the most famous monuments in Puerto Rico, El Morro, is a 16th century fort list with impressive towers and tunnels. Few cemeteries are as scenic as San Juan Cemetery. Lush and diverse, El Yunque Rainforest is a natural paradise. Puerto Rico is synonymous with great beaches. You’ll find many along San Juan's coast, soft sand and palm trees await you here. San Juan is a great mix of beach, history, great culture and nightlife. So, what are you waiting for?

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Day 2

charlotte amalie, st. thomas

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Saint Thomas is an island situated in the Caribbean Sea. It's the primary island of the Virgin Islands territory of the United States and it's where you'll find the main city and port of the island, Carlota Amalia, which also serves as the capital of the archipelago. Points of interest: Blackbeard's Castle Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge Drake's Seat Downtown Charlotte Amalie Magens Bay Mountain Top St. Thomas Synagogue

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Day 3

philipsburg, st. maarten

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Saint Martin is an island in the northeast Caribbean, approximately 300 km east of Puerto Rico. It is the smallest inhabited sea island divided between two nations, the division dates to 1648. The southern Dutch part comprises Sint Maarten and is one of four constituent countries that form the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The northern French part comprises the Collectivité de Saint-Martin (Collectivity of St. Martin) and is an overseas collectivity of France. The most importants places to see in Saint Martin are the Butterfly farm, stroll through hundreds of colorful butterflies under a tented mesh and the Pic du Paradis, is the highest point on the island with two viewing areas that provide great views. Also beaches are a main attraction on the island of Saint Martin, it has 37 beaches total one particularly famous beach is Maho Bay beach on the "Dutch side

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Day 4

st. croix, u.s.v.i.

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

Saint Croix is an island in the Caribbean Sea, and a county and constituent district of the United States Virgin Islands. St. Croix is the largest of the islands in the territory. However, the territory's capital, Charlotte Amalie, is located on Saint Thomas. St. Croix's nickname is "Twin City", for its two towns on opposite ends of the island, Frederiksted on the western end and Christiansted on the east. Frederiksted operates at a more relaxed pace than most of the island, and is more lively during Carnival in January and whenever visiting cruise ships are in port. Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve contains the only known site where members of a Columbus expedition set foot on what is now United States territory. The park also preserves prehistoric and colonial-era archeological sites including the only existent example of a ball court in the Caribbean. Buck Island Reef National Monument preserves a 71 ha island just north of St. Croix. This is a popular destination for snorkelers. .

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Day 5

roseau, dominica

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Dominica, officially known as the Commonwealth of Dominica, is an island nation in the West Indies. The capital, Roseau, is situated on the western side of the island. Geographically, it is part of the Leeward Islands chain in the Lesser Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean Sea. The island is located near Guadeloupe to the northwest and Martinique to the south-southeast. Its area is 750 km2 (290 sq mi), and the highest point is Morne Diablotins, at 1,447 m (4,747 ft) in elevation. The population was 71,293 at the 2011 census. It is said that Columbus passed the island on Sunday 3 November 1493. It was later colonised by Europeans, predominantly by the French from the 1690s to 1763. Great Britain took possession in 1763 after the Seven Years' War, and gradually established English as its official language. The island republic gained independence in 1978. Its name is pronounced with emphasis on the third syllable, related to its French name of Dominique. Dominica has been nicknamed the "Nature Isle of the Caribbean" for its natural environment. It is the youngest island in the Lesser Antilles, and in fact it is still being formed by geothermal-volcanic activity, as evidenced by the world's second-largest hot spring, called Boiling Lake. The island has lush mountainous rainforests, and it is the home of many rare plants, animals, and bird species. There are xeric areas in some of the western coastal regions, but heavy rainfall occurs inland. The Sisserou parrot, also known as the imperial amazon and found only on Dominica, is the island's national bird and featured on the national flag, which is one of only two national flags containing the colour purple (the other being Nicaragua).

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Day 6

bridgetown, barbados

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

With a population of about 110,000, Bridgetown is the island's largest and most vibrant city! After all, it is the capital and commercial centre of Barbados. Steeped in rich history and culture, Bridgetown today reflects a mix of the old and the new, with historic sites and buildings sitting amongst modern structures like multi-storey offices, financial institutions and shopping malls. There is almost always activity in this lively city, as locals and visitors alike go about their business and partake in the diverse shopping, dining and cultural experiences Bridgetown offers. Pleasure craft like yachts, catamarans and fishing boats conveniently dock right in the heart of the city. Visitors will also appreciate the abundance of duty free shopping opportunities available in Bridgetown, as well as the local charm the city brings. Cool down with a refreshing snowcone Street vendors with their colorful trays of fresh produce and goods can still be found plying their trade in certain locations across Bridgetown. Not to be missed are the enjoyable experiences to be had at local bars and restaurants and the historic walking tours of one of the Caribbean's oldest cities. After a stroll through the city streets, nothing is more refreshing than an ice cold snowcone! Now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this historic city is also home to the Parliament Buildings of Barbados and the Bridgetown Port where cruise ships dock. Bridgetown is also the central hub for the island's public transport system.

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Day 8

san juan, puerto rico

Arrival: 06:00

San Juan, the capital of and largest city in Puerto Rico, was officially established in 1521, making it one of the oldest cities in all of the Americas. Being a United States territory, San Juan is a pretty unique place to visit in the Caribbean; the capital city offers all the comforts and amenities of any American city, but has still managed to retain a distinct Latin atmosphere and culture. The historic part of the city, Old San Juan, is among the oldest settlements within Puerto Rico full of colourful streets that have historical and cultural significance. As you stroll down the streets of Old San Juan, you can't help but be amazed at the five centuries of history that have been so beautifully preserved. One of the most famous monuments in Puerto Rico, El Morro, is a 16th century fort list with impressive towers and tunnels. Few cemeteries are as scenic as San Juan Cemetery. Lush and diverse, El Yunque Rainforest is a natural paradise. Puerto Rico is synonymous with great beaches. You’ll find many along San Juan's coast, soft sand and palm trees await you here. San Juan is a great mix of beach, history, great culture and nightlife. So, what are you waiting for?

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7 nights. Virgin Islands (U.S.), Netherlands Antilles, Dominica, Barbados

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