Routes manoeuvres: pick your perfect Caribbean island
Browse our island guides and follow our travel bloggers to help find the tropical holiday of your dreams
Crossing the sea like so many giant stepping stones between the southern tip of Florida and the northern coast of Venezuela, the islands of the Caribbean are the stuff of dreams. Beautiful beaches, serious partying and great food are a given, but there are also dramatic peaks, lush rainforests, absorbing historical sites and astonishing wildlife to enjoy, so which to choose? Whether you’re after a holiday with family, friends, an adventure trip, or the perfect honeymoon, there's sure to be a tropical island getaway to suit you.
The following guides to six Caribbean favourites should help pick the perfect destination and you'll be able to follow our travel bloggers live as they experience all the islands have to offer.
Dominican Republic
The diversity of the Dominican Republic ensures a wealth of affordable activities, but there’s luxury too if you know where to look and Punta Cana’s amazing beaches will keep everyone happy.
St Kitts and Nevis
The twin islands of St Kitts and Nevis are a paradise for those after a tranquil holiday in an idyllic setting, from the tip of volcanic Mt Nevis’s 3,182ft peak to the charm of bustling Basseterre.
Saint Lucia
Climb dramatic peaks, dip into a sulphur pool, scale a waterfall and make the most of the Atlantic rollers with a range of surf adventures at one of the Caribbean’s most photogenic honeymoon destinations.
