Caribbean Odyssey

Newly redesigned Fort Lauderdale Beach and cafes allow for a nice stroll along the historic Riverwalk. You could also simply enjoy the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or even venture to the Everglades for an intriguing airboat excursion.

Philipsburg is the capital of the Dutch section of this wonderful island called Sint Maarten. It lies on a gentle arc of land with a river water lake to the north and a bay to the south.

 Antigua dazzles with 365 white-sand beaches and a rich history. Beyond its stunning shores, it boasts charming harbours and a countryside dotted with old sugar mills. St. John's, the vibrant capital, is one of the hottest vacation spots. Here, you will find a perfect mix of culture and luxury. Explore the historic English Harbour, dive into superb snorkelling spots, and stroll through St. John's lively streets.

This city is an exotic blend of French and Creole cultures. You can buy a Madras headdress or a Parisian silk scarf here. If you feel hungry you can either enjoy French specialties such as a croissant or more exotic flavours like a coconut pastry.

Dominica, known as “the Nature Island," stands out as one of the most unspoiled larger Caribbean islands, with few hotels and no mass tourism. It serves as a sanctuary for biodiversity and natural splendour, home to the Boiling Lake, a remarkable flooded fumarole within Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dominica is renowned for world-class diving and whale-watching opportunities in its spectacular offshore waters. The charming capital, Roseau, features vibrant colonial-era wooden houses and bustling street vendors who offer fresh produce, barbecued delicacies, and medicinal herbs.

St. Kitts and Nevis are a pair of islands that form a single Eastern Caribbean nation. Ripe with historical sites, the larger St. Kitts passed hands among the Spanish, French and English, with the latter establishing the strongest foothold. The architecture and layout of its capital city, Basseterre, are all typically British. The island's sprawling; colonial-era plantations are a reminder of the tumultuous history of the tobacco, rum, sugar and slave trades that were here for generations. St. Kitts offers golden-sand beaches for relaxing, a lush jungle interior that welcomes heart-pumping adventure, laid-back bars with fantastic sunset views and restaurants serving up über-local fare.

Home to the best snorkelling around. The European-influenced town of Charlotte Amalie wins the prize for shopping thrills.

Holland America Line's pristine private island offers everything you need for a day of play in paradise: a two-mile crescent of perfect beach, an interior lagoon, beachside cabanas with butler service, showers and misters, and all manner of water activities.

Named for the fez-like scarlet blossoms of the cactus that grows here, Grand Turk is a pristine place of simple pleasures. You might be interested in floating dreamily over vibrant coral reefs and dining on conch fritters.

Amber Cove is your gateway for adventure on the Dominican Republic’s north coast. Shop for authentically sourced crafts in the marketplace, dine on delicious local cuisine or head out to discover Damajaqua Cascades, also called 27 Waterfalls.

You can explore the colourful floating markets, head to the beach or even venture into the countryside to see the green parakeet, the unique gardens of Casibari and the curious divi-divi tree.

The vistas of this charming port city embrace you from three sides: gabled storybook houses, a harbour that cuts through the city like an Amsterdam canal, and beautifully restored Dutch colonial buildings brimming with duty-free treasures.

The priority here is preservation.  It’s home to pristine and unspoiled reefs such as Lac Bay, one of the top dive spots in the world. Take in the blush of thousands of pink flamingos at the sanctuary in Pekelmeer.