Bahamian Brewery in Freeport, on the island of Grand Bahama, is quickly becoming home to the Bahamas’ most beloved beer scene. Known for its flagship Sands beer, this modest spot offers brewery tours and a tasting room, but its claim to fame is the opportunity to enjoy an ice-cold beverage on a sunny Caribbean day surrounded by beer-appreciating locals and visitors.
Carriacou provides a laid-back alternative to the larger neighboring island of Grenada, where many day trips to Carriacou begin. One of the Grenadine Islands, Carriacou is known as “the island surrounded by reefs." Its pristine beaches and clear waters offer ideal conditions for snorkeling and scuba diving.
One of the biggest and best rum producers in the Dominican Republic, Brugal & Co. has been making rum since 1888. The Brugal Rum Center—also known as Casa Brugal—in Puerto Plata is their flagship factory, where you can learn about the history of rum-making, see the process of transforming sugarcane into rum, and taste the award-winning elixir.
Jamaica Swamp Safari Village began as a crocodile farm in 1968 where rescued, injured, and displaced crocodiles were contained, cared for, and released back into the wild. Today, the village is also a sanctuary for other native wildlife, including the Jamaican Coney, the Jamaican Boa, and more than 200 different species of bird.
Set within a sprawling 18th-century plantation, Montpellier House is Nevis’s most historic estate, earning its swell reputation by hosting the nuptials of British Admiral Horatio Nelson and Fanny Nisbet and prestigious guests such as Princess Diana and Prince William. While its sugar cane days are over, it’s now a luxury hotel. The restaurant, spa, and grounds are open to visitors.
Just off the northwest coast of St. John, Henley Cay is a small uninhabited island separated from the mainland by the Durloe Channel. Spanning 11 acres (4.5 hectares) and only accessible by boat or kayak, Henley Cay is rich in colorful coral, tropical fish, and other marine life. It also offers fantastic snorkeling.
Along the west coast of Jamaica, where the crystal azure Caribbean Sea is gentle and warm, this beautiful white sand beach vibrates with the laid-back party buzz of nearby Negril. Locals and travelers alike come to this beach for water sports and a friendly social scene.
Cranbrook Flower Forest, just west of Ocho Rios, is a spectacular place to experience Jamaica’s tropical diversity. Filled with vibrant, colorful exotic flowers, this 130-acre (53-hectare) nursery and greenhouse was originally built about 200 years ago, and now welcomes visitors to enjoy its formal lawns, fountains, and lakes.
Originally built as Fort Cromwell in the mid-1650s, Fort Charles was one of the few structures that survived the 1692 earthquake that sent much of Port Royal into the sea. The fort was rebuilt after the earthquake and continued to be used by the British. Today it houses the Fort Charles Maritime Museum.
Cole Bay Hill is the perfect perch for travelers to catch panoramic views of Philipsburg, St. Maarten’s Dutch capital, and nearby islands Saba, St. Eustatius, and Anguilla. In the mornings, sun glints off Simpson Bay Lagoon, the largest inland body of water in the Caribbean, and in the evenings, travelers flock here for sunset snaps.
At the northern tip of Dominica, the Cabrits Headland juts westward into the Caribbean. To the north is Douglas Bay, and to the south, the charming town of Portsmouth. Canvassing the entire peninsula is Cabrits National Park, a 1,313-acre (531-hectare) area of pristine tropical jungles, wetlands, and coral reefs.
There are lovely beaches tucked away in La Sagesse Nature Center, but bird watching is the bigger draw here. Birds flocking to the estuary’s tranquil mangroves, scrub, cactus, and salt ponds include coots, egrets, herons, and flycatchers. Follow the hiking trails that wind through the park and see how many varieties you can spot.
Within walking distance of Bermuda’s cruise port, Snorkel Park Beach is a sunseeker’s playground, with white-sand beaches around a glittering lagoon. There are activities to keep all ages amused, including swimming, snorkeling, and a host of water sports, as well as one of Bermuda’s biggest nightclubs.
Near Cabarete on the Dominican Republic’s north coast, Encuentro Beach is a surfing beach known for consistent breaks suitable for beginners and more experienced surfers. Backed by trees and offering a laid-back atmosphere, it’s also popular for windsurfing, kiteboarding, and other water sports.
Situated in a lush rainforest near Jarabacoa, Jimenoa Falls (Salto de Jimenoa or Salto de Jimenoa Dos) is one of several waterfalls in the mountainous region. Tucked in a canyon near a hydroelectric dam, the 141-foot (40-meter) waterfall is easily accessible and a popular scenic and adventure destination.
The heart of Tobago’s tourist hub, Crown Point is the focal area of the island. It provides a range of accommodations (from basic to luxe) and activities near the Arthur Napoleon Raymond Robinson International Airport. Offering a variety of things to do, see, and eat, including a restaurant row and a few nightlife options, the town is best known for its pristine beaches.
Located on the west shore of Grand Turk, Cockburn Town is the oldest town and capital of the Turks & Caicos Islands. This charming and picturesque beachfront settlement offers British colonial architecture, historic landmarks, and easy access to white-sand beaches and crystal clear waters.
The Arecibo Observatory is home to the William E. Gordon telescope, a single-aperture telescope that measures more than 1,000 feet (300 meters with a 40-degree cone of visibility. Its discoveries have included the rotational rate of Mercury and evidence of neuron stars.
Once Jamaica’s largest sugar plantation, the resplendent Good Hope Estate offers a unique and historic view into 18th-century life on the island. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn carriage tours, an adventure park with ziplines, river tubing, ATV rides, and an exotic bird aviary. Overnight guests enjoy luxurious, colonial-era stone cottages.
Set among the lush trees of a banana plantation, the Banana Museum (Le Musée de la Banane) on Martinique traces the origin, growth, and trading history of one of the world’s most popular crops. Learn everything you could possibly want to know about bananas, from the stages of ripeness to many fruit’s health benefits.
In the Jarabacoa interior—surrounded by lush trees and natural beauty—you'll find the Dominican Republic's Baiguate Waterfall (Salto de Baiguate), one of three much-visited falls that play a large role in the country's ecotourism. Set in a picturesque canyon popular with hikers, rafters, and adventurous souls who rappel down the waterfall, this is a popular stop-off on excursions from nearby Jarabacoa.
Known as Bermuda’s “Billionaire’s Row,” Tucker’s Town is where those who have it all choose to live. Surrounded on both sides by the ocean, this narrow strip of land is in Bermuda’s eastern St. George’s Parish and is home to an exclusive residential enclave, luxury hotels, and two prestigious private golf courses.
Isla Cabritos National Park in southwestern Dominican Republic spans 3,936 acres (1,593 hectares) and is a haven for wildlife, including endangered iguana, crocodiles, and numerous species of birds. The park’s main attraction is Cabritos Island, a deserted island brimming with life at the center of Lake Enriquillo, a hypersaline lake 131 feet (40 meters) below sea level.
Located along the scenic Charlotte Amalie Harbor, Yacht Haven Grande is an upscale mixed-use waterfront development. With a full-service luxury yacht marina, shopping, dining, and entertainment options; and residential condos, Yacht Haven Grande is the premier destination in St. Thomas for megayachts.
Also known as the Luis A. Ferré Performing Arts Center, the Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferré is San Juan’s premier performance center. The center, located in downtown San Juan, hosts some of the best concerts, operas, theater, and ballet performances on the island and contains works by Puerto Rican artists.
Near San Cristobal, the Pomier Caves (Cuevas del Pomier) contain the largest collection of prehistoric rock art in the Caribbean. Covering an area of 1.5 square miles (4 square kilometers), the complex of 55 caves is home to thousands of pictograms and petroglyphs left by the Taino, Igneri, and Caribs, and date back 2,000 years.
Located off the south shore of Grand Bahama, Peterson Cay island is home to the smallest national park in the Bahamas, which covers only 1.5 acres (0.6 hectares). Though compact, the cay is home to one of the most beautiful reefs in the Bahamas, offer abundant snorkeling and diving opportunities.
With hundreds of gigantic stingray gliding amid vibrant coral reefs and schools of tropical fish, Stingray City is the best place in Antigua to spot wild stingrays in their natural environment. Head into the warm Caribbean waters—an area known for its southern stingrays—to learn more about the magnificent creatures and their conservation.
Most caves don’t come with a view, but the aptly named Window Cave (Cueva Ventana is an exception. This cave opens out onto one of the most spectacular views of the Río Grande de Arecibo valley, while the walls feature pre-Columbian petroglyphs and rock art from the island’s Taíno people.
Set within 2,000 acres (809 hectares) of a former sugar cane plantation in Carolina, Hacienda Campo Rico draws in adventurous travelers for ziplining, archery tag, horseback riding, and ATV tours. For a more chilled-out alternative, it’s possible to go on a sightseeing trolley tour or visit the on-site Mojito Bar.
