Great Islands in the Caribbean

By Matthew James

The islands in the Caribbean are beautiful. They have a great palm trees, beautiful clear water, friendly locals, and delicious food. They are visited each year by millions of tourists seeking fun in the sun. There are a lot of islands in this part of the world and with so many too choose from, you might have a hard time- they are all so good after all. Some of the best islands are Haiti, Puerto Rico, Barbados, and Saona Island.

One of the best islands is Barbados. This former British colony is most popular for its sandy beaches, majestic rain forests, and beautiful tropical flowers. Barbados's botanical gardens, museum, and historical St.Johns church are the main tourist attractions in Barbados besides its beach. Barbados also has a very active night life of singing, dancing, and drinking. Barbados is one of the best islands in the Caribbean for fun in the sun and relaxation.

Puerto Rico is another great place to visit. This romantic getaway is great for newly weds and couples who want to pamper themselves in luxury and comfort. There are many great spas and resorts on the island. Then there is the island's natural beauty. Besides surfing, scuba diving, snorkeling and other water sports, the wildlife and adventure on this island is also breathtaking. Additionally, Puerto Rico has a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant culture that lives off of dancing, partying, and celebrations. Here, you can spend your days enjoying nature and then spend the night celebrating with good dancing and great dining.

For an out of the way destination, consider Saona island. Saona is a tropical island that is situated in the Dominican Republic near La Romana Province. The island is famous for the natural beauty of its beaches and it has appeared in many films and advertisements. The island has great wildlife and fish around it. You can swim and scuba dive as well as take a tour of the island on a catamaran. An amphitheater, small church, art galleries, and boutiques are some of the things you can see Saona Island besides just spending time in the sun on the beach.

Finally, there is Haiti. Haiti was one the first independent nations in the Caribbean. Founded by Christopher Columbus, this island is lush with fruits and towering mahogany trees. Known as the pearl of the Caribbean, Haiti is also home to rare birds and species. Haiti also has exotic and mouth watering delicacies well known to tourists who gorge on the delicacies. The Citadelle is one of the most extraordinary structures in the Caribbean and a great thing to do if you get tired of the beach.

The Caribbean is a spectacular place to to visit and holiday. There are many places to enjoy the sun and some relaxation. These places also have a lot to do besides just sitting on the beach or swimming in the ocean. On these islands, you'll find great food, amazing cultures, jungles and much more. Consider this area of the world the next time you want to go on holiday.

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