The islands of the Caribbean offer a vast range of holiday experiences and are each perfect for different styles of holiday. See below to find out which destinations our experienced travel specialists recommend for romance, glamour, culture and more…
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Best island for romance: St Lucia
St Lucia is one of the most picturesque islands in the Caribbean, with dramatic landscapes of volcanic peaks and lush tropical scenery as well as a stunning coastline with beautiful beaches. Calabash Cove is an especially romantic hideaway which is set within tropical gardens on a hillside leading down towards the sea.
7 nights at Calabash Cove from £1580 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and bed and breakfast, based on two people sharing a Sunset Ocean View Junior Suite. (Includes offer which must be booked by 30 September)
Best island for glamour: Barbados
Barbados is one of the world’s most stylish holiday destinations, particularly the island’s “Platinum” west coast. With white-sand beaches, outstanding hotels and a selection of gourmet restaurants, it is easy to see why the area is so popular with those in search of luxury. Fairmont Royal Pavilion is one of the most exclusive resorts in Barbados, with elegant architecture set within lush tropical grounds beside half a mile of pristine beachfront.
7 nights at Fairmont Royal Pavilion from £2155 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and bed and breakfast, based on two people sharing an Oceanfront Deluxe Room. (Includes offer which must be booked by 30 September)
Best island for local culture: Bequia
Bequia is a small island in the Grenadines which offers a friendly welcome and an authentic Caribbean island feel. Visitors can easily get out and discover the local culture, or explore neighbouring islands such as Mustique and the Tobago Cays.
7 nights at Bequia Beach Hotel from £1450 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and bed and breakfast, based on two people sharing a Classic Pool & Sea View Room.
Best island for active holidays: St Lucia
St Lucia is perfect for those who are in search of an adrenaline filled holiday, with a vast range of activities available including mountain hikes, zip lines through the rainforest, nature trails and numerous water sports. Anse Chastanet is a luxurious resort with views of the Pitons, offering fantastic diving and snorkelling directly from the beach as well as bike and bird watching tours.
7 nights at Anse Chastanet from £1860 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and bed and breakfast, based on two people sharing a Superior Hillside Suite.
Best island for families: Antigua
Antigua is an excellent family holiday destination, with plenty to occupy visitors of all ages. Families can swim with stingrays and tropical fish at Stingray City, go on ziplines through the rainforest, visit nearby Barbuda, and take part in a vast array of water sports. Carlisle Bay caters well for families in search of luxury, with children’s clubs available which organise varied activities.
7 nights at Carlisle Bay from £7680 for a family of 2 adults and 2 children in December 2016. Price includes flights, transfers and bed and breakfast based on all four sharing a Beach Balcony Suite.
Best island for nature: Grenada
Grenada is one of the quieter islands of the Caribbean and has a varied landscape. It’s worth taking time away from the beach to drive up into the mountains and experience a walk through the rainforest, where you can witness beautiful mountain rivers and waterfalls which cascade down through the lush forest greenery. Along the coastline, you can snorkel from the beach, drive over coral reefs or scuba dive among shipwrecks. A visit to Grenada wouldn’t be complete without a sighting of the sea turtles which nest along some of the island’s sandy beaches.
7 nights at Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa from £1770 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and bed and breakfast, based on two people sharing a Superior Suite.
Best island for budget holidays: St Lucia
St Lucia offers various options for a cost-effective holiday, from excellent value all-inclusive resorts to well-equipped villas which allow guests to self-cater. Rendezvous is a couples only resort which offers a fantastic all-inclusive package with a range of dining options and a variety of complimentary activities.
7 nights at Rendezvous from £1715 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and all-inclusive, based on two people sharing a Premium Garden View Room. (Includes offer which must be booked by 30 September)
Best island for foodies: Barbados
Barbados is a firm favourite for foodies, with an abundance of dining venues serving traditional Bajan cuisine and international dishes, from gourmet restaurants to charming beach bars. Cobblers Cove’s Camelot Restaurant has previously been voted the best restaurant in Barbados, and welcomes internationally trained chefs who create delicious menus from local ingredients including freshly caught fish.
7 nights at Cobblers Cove from £2160 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and bed and breakfast, based on two people sharing a Garden Suite.
Best island for peace and quiet: Nevis
Nevis is almost untouched by tourism, allowing visitors to enjoy the easy-going atmosphere and savour the island’s colonial history. Lush green tropical vegetation tumbles down from the hillsides to secluded, palm fringed coves and sun drenched beaches. Nisbet Plantation Beach Club is an idyllic property set within acres of tropical gardens and manicured lawns which lead down to a white sand beach.
7 nights at Nisbet Plantation Beach Club from £1775 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and half board, based on two people sharing a Superior Room.
(Includes offer which must be booked by 30 September)
Best islands for island hopping: The Grenadines
The Grenadines are a beautiful chain of islands which are ideal for those looking to stray from the beaten path. Stay at more than one private island resort, or combine one of the islands in the Grenadines with stays in Barbados and Grenada
14 nights from £2875 per person in December 2016 including flights, transfers and bed and breakfast based on two people sharing. Includes 5 nights at Little Good Harbour in Barbados, 5 nights at Bequia Beach Hotel in Bequia and 4 nights at Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel in Grenada.
Call us on 01752 880880 or email [email protected] to discuss your Caribbean holiday.
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