Most of us are not fortunate enough to live on an island. So, when thinking about where to take a vacation, an island location is a great choice. The Caribbean Ocean is dotted with many beautiful islands for vacationers. Three of these - St. John, St. Croix, and St. Thomas - are known as the US Virgin Islands.

The Virgin Islands are extremely popular, and yet still have beautiful nature preserves and beaches for people looking for a relaxing vacation. Each island, although similar, offers something different, and every vacationer will be able to find just the right activity or location that they want.

The island of St. John, the smallest of the three, is ideal for tourists who want to experience the unspoiled beauty of nature and the local wildlife. There are habitats to explore and wonderful underwater creatures to be found in the tropical waters off the white sand beaches. Even those who have never snorkeled before will be lured into the activity once they see the brightly colored fish and other marine life such as urchins and starfish.

If you want to be outside on your vacation, but you like a little more activity than looking at wildlife, then St. Croix is the island for you. This island caters to those who enjoy sports and being out on the water. You can fish, scuba dive, sail, hike, or jump aboard a boat for a tour of the area. This island also has great places you can visit to eat and shop, and the prices are great, too!

If the resort life is for you, try staying on the island of St. Thomas. You won’t be disappointed with this location: it offers beautiful sand and surf, delicious cuisine, and excellent entertainment. You can enjoy your vacation at a fast or slow pace, and sleep in until lunchtime if you want!

If you find it hard to choose which island to visit, take a bit of extra time and visit all three Virgin Islands! You’ll enjoy every minute and when it’s time to leave, you’ll already be planning when you can come back.

Discover Virgin Island Vacations in the Caribbean at http://www.travellingportal.com/virginisland/

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Posted on June 14th, 2008 by faison
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With 69 square miles of diverse ecosystems, colonial history and inviting culture, St, Kitts is the Southern Caribbean’s best kept secret. Boasting an average year-round temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit and the vibrant, inviting atmosphere for which the Caribbean is known, St. Kitts will certainly win the heart of any traveler lucky enough to discover it. Most importantly, the island nation’s commitment to sustainable development has succeeded in offering first-class accommodations, shopping and cuisine, while continually engaging in unparalleled ecological preservation.

Perhaps unlike anywhere else in the world, St. Kitts is steadfastly dedicated to the preservation of its unique ecosystems. From undeveloped stretches of sugary, white sand beaches to lush rainforests that conjure images of the South Pacific, the island remains unspoiled in every sense of the word. At the center of the island rises Mt. Liamuiga, a dormant volcano with a mile-wide caldera, surrounded by exotic flora and fauna. Amongst the vine-enveloped trees and tropical wildflowers of these misty rainforests, hikers can’t miss the vast array of colorful birds, butterflies and elusive green vervet monkeys. For ecotourists, or simply anyone who appreciates dramatic natural beauty, St. Kitts will certainly surpass all expectations.

However, St. Kitts’ pristine ecosystems represent only a fraction of the allure surrounding the island. Historically, St. Kitts and its sister island, Nevis, were the pearls of the British Caribbean, rich and tremendously strategic islands celebrated throughout Europe. The impenetrable fortress of Brimstone Hill stood as the “Gibraltar of the West Indies” for centuries. Constructed of black volcanic rock and held at times by both the English and French, the fort is today a national park and the island’s historical centerpiece, offering some of the most pristine views in the Southern Caribbean. Furthermore, the remains of a vibrant sugar cane industry offer unique opportunities to explore colonial harbor estates and a glimpse into the vivacious Caribbean social life of forgotten eras.

Today, the vibrant, multiethnic culture of St. Kitts is centered in the island’s charming capital, Basseterre. At the heart of Basseterre is the Circus, a Victorian roundabout modeled on London’s Piccadilly Circus, complete with an ornate four-sided clock dating to the 1860s. Equally impressive is St. George’s Anglican Church, a beautiful example of Georgian architecture. Despite the numerous markers of a colonial past, indigenous art and culture are regularly on display in Basseterre. Each year, during the Christmas season, the small nation holds a week-long Carnival featuring dazzling performances and distinctive customs. It all takes place in the city’s streets, which are lined with one of a kind shops and exquisite Caribbean and seafood restaurants. When it comes to recreation on St. Kitts, the possibilities are seemingly endless. Relax on calm, undeveloped beaches like Turtle Beach, Sand Bank Bay or Friar’s Bay South on the island’s Caribbean side, or brave the waves of the Atlantic Ocean on the rocky, windswept eastern shores. Try your luck on one of island’s internationally ranked golf courses, or at a craps table in a luxuriant casino. Go boating or fishing in the crystal clear Caribbean, or dive beneath the waters surrounding the island and discover vast coral reefs and over 400 ship wrecks.
Still largely undiscovered, despite its otherworldly beauty, astonishing history and unmatched charm, St. Kitts is truly the hidden jewel of the Caribbean.

This article was written by Jon Wuebben. Jon writes select pieces about travel in St. Kitts for the St. Kitts Marriott Beach Resort

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Posted on May 29th, 2008 by faison
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Not many hotels in the Caribbean can offer peace-of-mind like the Breezes Resorts! The luxury all inclusive Caribbean SuperClubs have gone above and beyond your expectations, by offering you guarantees that your next holiday memories will be pleasant and worry-free.

Each Breezes Resort, plus their sister properties, come with three distinguished guarantees. A Satisfaction Guarantee that just means what it says. If you’re not happy with your vacation, all you have to do is contact the General Manager at your resort before your second night and if he/she can’t make it better, they’ll provide you with a credit voucher for the entire value of the unused portion of your hotel stay, good for up to one year at any Breezes SuperClubs Resort.

Their second Guarantee is amazing, because it protects your vacation for lack of Sunshine. Just think about it, for each and every day the sun doesn’t shine during your stay at your Breezes Resort, they will issue you a credit voucher equal to that day’s Super-Inclusive Room value!

In order to get your voucher, a Water Sports Director will make each day’s official Sunshine determination, and they claim on those rare occasions when the sunshine guarantee is declared, you can obtain your voucher at the front desk. Again this is good for one year towards another resort vacation or any Breezes or sister resorts in the Caribbean.

This is the best protection of them all in Guarantees! The No Hurricane Guarantee: should a hurricane happen to strike the resort, guests at the select hotel will receive a reimbursement for the total value of the disrupted nights.

It doesn’t stop there, you will also receive a voucher for a future stay for the same number of nights that were disrupted at any of the resorts in Jamaica, Bahamas, Curacao, or any other SuperClubs resort. Keep in mind this voucher must be used on the same month that was disrupted the following year.

So whether you decide to stay at the Breezes Montego Bay’s Super-Inclusive resort in Jamaica, or the active Breezes Curacao Resort Spa & Casino, one thing will be assured. As you’re dining in tropical terrace settings, experiencing a wide variety of watersports, relaxing at their luxurious spa, or playing the odds at the glittering on-site Casino, the guarantees that all the Breezes resorts offer will allow you to leave all your worries behind.

About the author: William Lezubski (Accredited Cruise Counsellor (ACC), and Certified Travel Counsellor(CTC) - William is a professional in the Travel Industry and is the owner and author of “Discount Caribbean Vacations Web Site” available at http://www.discount-caribbean-vacations.com

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