A Caribbean vacation is one of the best vacations that you will ever go on. Caribbean vacations are known for their diversity. You can experience from beautiful beaches to invigorating carnivals on a vacation in the Caribbean. It all depends on what you want to experience. There are larger islands like Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica and smaller holiday destinations like Barbados, Grenada, St Lucia, and Antigua. The reason Caribbean vacations stand out from the rest is because of the diversity of the region. The islands have a rich history since they were once ruled by a number of powerful nations including Britain, France, the Netherlands, and Spain. Some of the countries in the region still remain ceded to these countries. So let’s see what makes the Caribbean so special like a vacation destination.

Beaches

It goes without saying that beaches are apart of the allure of Caribbean vacations. There are some islands that are particularly well known for their gorgeous beaches. These islands are St Lucia, Grenada, Barbados, and the Bahamas. However, generally, a beautiful white sand beach is a staple in the Caribbean.

Eco-Tourism

The Caribbean is filled with many beautiful forests and mountains that are ideal for nature walks, hikes and zip-lining. Dominica is famous for its hot springs and beautiful rain forests. You can do white water rafting and paragliding in the Dominican Republic. Trinidad and Tobago has a mud volcano and the largest pitch lake in the world. So, there is a lot to choose from.

Festivals and Carnivals.

Each Caribbean island has its own carnival festivities. Carnivals are like big street parties that go on for days and there are several fetes during the Carnival season. They are held at different times during the year depending on the island. So it may be a great idea to find out when the carnival celebrations are happening in the island you plan to visit. The carnivals in Trinidad & Tobago, Barbados and Jamaica are definitely worth experiencing. These events are definitely highlights of Caribbean vacations.

So if you are thinking of visiting the Caribbean, know that there is something for everyone and you are definitely going to have a blast.