Founded in 2007 in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Brewery (Caybrew) is the largest craft brewery in the Cayman Islands, with a range of award-winning beers, known for its environmentally friendly practices. The brewery houses a production facility, tap room, and gift shop with beer-related merchandise.
Note: The Underground Pirates Caves are permanently closed. Located in the historic area of Bodden Town—one of the first settlements in the Cayman Islands—the Underground Pirates Caves are home to tunnels and caverns where pirates are said to have hidden their treasure. Explore on a self-guided tour assisted by informative plaques posted along the way.
Learn the history of one of the most storied set of Caribbean islands at the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas. See relics of the plantation era, when many slaves were brought to the islands; artifacts from the days when pirates patrolled nearby waters, and memorabilia from days of the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson.
Riven with sea inlets and lagoons populated by pink flamingos, lush North Caicos is the Turks and Caicos’s second-largest island and lies about 12 miles (19 kilometers) from its eastern neighbor, Providenciales. Dotted with small settlements and former plantations, the quiet island boasts long sandy beaches with coral reefs for swimming and snorkeling.
This fun family-friendly park in the rainforest will give you an authentic taste of Caribbean adventure. Easily reached from the port in Dominica, Wacky Rollers offers thrilling zip lines over rivers, an extreme challenge course through the jungle, seemingly treacherous rope walks over narrow footbridges, raft and tube rides over flowing rapids.
Stretching from the inland mountains of Dominica, near the Central Forest Reserve, to the ocean, the Layou River is the longest river in the country. It's also an excellent place for an adventure, and riding down the river's gentle rapids on innertubes is one of the most popular ways to experience it.
Swap out another afternoon on the undeniably beautiful beaches of the Dominican Republic for a day of fun at Cap Cana’s El Dorado Water Park. The huge park has more than 20 attractions across four zones—you can float down the lazy river, zipline over the water, swim with mermaids (real ones, honestly), snorkel through limestone caves, and more.
A walk along Reef Bay Trail uncovers the history and culture of St. John. The 2.2-mile (3.5-km) trail descends through shady forest and through several sugarcane estates before finishing at the Reef Bay sugar mill near Genti Bay. Keep an eye out for Taino petroglyphs carved into the basalt rock along the way.
One of the premier nightlife destinations in the Dominican Republic, the Imagine Punta Cana Disco is a cave-turned-club that boasts several dance floors and bar areas as well as unique acoustics. The nightclub draws huge crowds on its themed nights, which focus on musical genres including pop hits, reggaeton, salsa, and Latin music.
Curacao’s largest nature reserve is Christoffel National Park, the ideal place to see the rare Curacao white-tailed deer, native barn owl, and wild orchids. The best way to explore is by the park’s eight hiking trails, graded from easy to challenging, including a hike to the top of Christoffel mountain. Scenic driving routes also wind through the park.
Explore the Caribbean’s underwater world at the Curacao Sea Aquarium in Willemstad. Set in an old naval vessel, the aquarium lets you embark on a unique marine adventure featuring natural habitats that are continuously filled with fresh seawater. Ocean- and coral reef-related research projects are also conducted on site.
Falmouth’s Luminous Lagoon is one of only a handful of places in the world where the phenomenon of bioluminescence occurs. For a magical experience for all ages, take a nighttime swim to see the brilliant phosphorescent blue lights shimmer when the slightest movement stirs the water.
Montego Bay Cruise Port is the gateway to the capital of Saint James Parish and the second-largest city in Jamaica. From this Caribbean city, visitors can enjoy an array of water activities, as well as duty-free shopping and plenty of shore excursions bound for other parts of the island.
Off the southern coast of St. Maarten, the diminutive and isolated island of Saba is a thriving sanctuary for tropical plant and animal life. Though Saba doesn’t have any beaches, the pristine volcanic island is a paradise for hikers and a world-class destination for scuba divers.
The former 18th-century sugar plantation turned eco-park sits at the foot of Pic Paradise—the tallest mountain on St. Martin. The 150-acre (60-hectare) Loterie Farm offers visitors a chance to wine, dine, and zipline over the lush canopy and to spot monkeys along the gum tree hiking trails.
La Calle Loiza has become a destination for travelers in search of authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, local arts and crafts, and contemporary music. Visitors can wander the streets of this eclectic neighborhood and find open galleries, artisan workshops, unique food stalls, live music, and local theater. It’s the heart of San Juan’s cultural scene, offering plenty of sights and smells.
On the northern peninsula in Dominica, in the protected Cabrits National Park, sits Fort Shirley, a prime example of 18th-century Caribbean fort architecture. Surrounded by pristine wildlife, tropical forests, and coral reefs, the fort and its surrounds offer some of the easiest and most scenic hikes on the island of Dominica.
A former fishing village on the east coast of the Dominican Republic, Juanillo Beach is today one of the region's most desirable stretches of white-sand beach. Wide open, powdery soft, and lined with palm trees, this stretch of sand runs from Cap Cana Marina to the Sanctuary Cap Cana Golf & Spa Resort. While open to the public, the beach is only accessible through Cap Cana Resort, making it a calm and quiet place to soak up some rays.
One of St. Martin’s most family-friendly beaches, Le Galion Beach is the perfect beach day for visitors traveling with young children. The turquoise waters of the beach also known as L’Embouchure or Baby Beach are clear, mellow, and very shallow—even 300 feet (91 meters) from the shore. It’s also one of the few area beaches that discourages nude sunbathing.
Step into the world ofStar Wars—and the mind of legendary Hollywood makeup artist Nick Maley who helped create many of the franchise’s most memorable characters—at the Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit in Phillipsburg. In the middle of a bevy of duty-free shops along Front Street, this museum and gift shop houses movie memorabilia, figurines, props, and holograms.
Perched on cliffs overlooking the ocean, Corales Golf Club is considered one of the most scenic courses in the Caribbean. Located in the exclusive Punta Cana Resort and Club, the 18-hole par 72 course was the first Tom Fazio-designed course in the country and is a PGA Tour stop.
Set amid Curacao’s dramatic desert landscape, Curacao Ostrich Farm is not only home to the world’s largest birds, but a place to see emus, crocodiles, and pot-bellied pigs. Over 400 ostriches of all ages live at the farm, and the adorable babies are incredibly photogenic. Don’t forget to make time for the souvenir shop to grab gifts for any ostrich-loving friends back home.
The Bermuda Railway Trail is a series of trails that follow along the path of the short-lived Bermuda Railway, which was finished in 1931 but ceased operation by 1948 due to falling into massive disrepair. The Bermuda Railway Trail differs in terms of difficulty level and has sections ideal for beginner or advanced cyclists and hikers.
Located in the hills of St. Thomas, Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden is a tropical plant-lovers paradise. It's home to more than 1,200 species, including more than 1,000 orchids, bromeliads, heliconias, gingers, palms, aroids, and succulents. The garden offers classes, workshops, retail and plant sales, and refreshments.
Situated at the end of Kingston Harbour, Port Royal is a small town dating back to 1518. Among the largest cities in the Caribbean during its prime, it was largely destroyed by an earthquake and tsunami in 1692, leading to its decline. Today, the area is best-known for its star attraction: the 17th-century Fort Charles.
As Jamaica’s largest water park, family-friendly Kool Runnings in Negril offers 5 acres (2 hectares) of wet and wild fun for all ages. Separated into two areas, the Water Park features every kind of aquatic activity from multiple waterslides to kayaking, while the Adventure Zone offers go-kart racing, paintball, laser combat, and more.
Perched on a hill near downtown Santiago, the Monument of Santiago (Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración) is the most prominent and popular landmark in Santiago de los Caballeros. Originally built by dictator Rafael Trujillo to honor himself, it was later rededicated to honor Dominican soldiers who fought for independence from Spain.
With its powder-soft white sands and warm waters, Boca Chica is a classic beach resort and a popular escape from the Dominican capital. It’s fittingly referred to as the “largest swimming pool in the Dominican Republic” as the coral reefs just offshore keep the warm water here calm.
Centrally located within Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone, the Plaza de España (also known as the Plaza de la Hispanidad) is a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. The large, open square is surrounded by important landmarks and museums, including the Alcázar de Colón (Columbus Alcazar), plus historic buildings housing restaurants and cafés.
In operation since 1903, La Aurora Cigar Factory in Santiago de los Caballeros is the oldest tobacco company in the Dominican Republic. Here, you can learn more about the brand, see the cigar production process, and buy cigars and other goods during a factory tour of the original Dominican cigar factory.
