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Watermelon Cay/Leinster Bay more
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Watermelon Cay/Leinster Bay more
As St. John is home to the Virgin Islands National Park, this beautiful area is made up of protected shallow bays with small patch reefs. Watermelon Cay is surrounded by fringing reef and packed with tropical fish and pillar coral. more
On the north side of the island, Douglas Bay is teeming with huge coral-covered boulders, colorful sponges, unique formations and numerous areas to snorkel and scuba such as
Five Finger Rock, One Finger Rock and Douglas Bay Point. [links]
Located on the north shore of the island, you can dive the world-famous Cane Bay Wall, a remarkable coral reef that aligns the north shore of St. Croix. You can also find restaurants and kayak/dive shops in walking distance from the beach. more
While many travelers enjoy lounging the day away on a white-sand beach, others are looking for a different experience by the sea -- or rather, in it. Scuba diving is an extremely popular activity in the Caribbean, thanks to warm waters, great visibility, and tons of wildlife at dive sites. If you’re not certified, don’t worry. Many hotels offer lessons on site, and if not, there are plenty of dive schools spread throughout the Caribbean. Once you’re ready to dive, head to one of these islands for incredible underwater experiences. more
Thanks to the establishment of the Bonaire Marine Park in the 1970s, the island’s beautiful reef has been protected, meaning that it’s one of the most pristine places to dive in the Caribbean. There are more than 80 dive sites around the island, with some of the most popular being 1000 Steps (there are actually only 64 steps from the road to the water), Hilma Hooker (a shipwreck), and Oil Slick Leap (you can jump off a 10-foot cliff to start this dive). more
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What makes this dive so unique is that, as the name suggests, divers get the sensation of swimming through Champagne thanks to the bubbles which emerge from tiny holes in the reef. The bubbles are created by the volcanic activity happening below the surface. As well as the bubbles the reef is also home to lobster, parrot fish and a resident population of Hawksbill turtles. more
No boat is required as the site is easily accessible from the shore and for those less experienced the spectacle can also be enjoyed from above the surface with snorkels. more
Picture courtesy of Shutterstock.com / Amanda Nicholls [links]
Located on the Nature Island of Dominica Champagne Reef is one Jacques Cousteau's top ten favourite dives and it is easy to see why. more
It has all the potentials to be your favorite Caribbean destination. Beyond the beautiful beaches and crystalline water, Jamaica has something more to offer. Fresh mangoes, banana groves give you an option to dig in some fruity feast. The cascading waterfalls, plenty of diving and snorkeling options stir your adventurous side up. You need to visit Bob Marley museum if you are his fond lover and don’t miss to taste the authentic Jamaican jerk…the Jamaican rum, the coffee… and the list is not gonna end ever. Plan for a food crawl or get to Nergil for the best diving and swimming experiences, Jamaica is surely one of the best Caribbean islands to visit.
An archipelago that is scattered across the Caribbean Sea, St Vincent and the Grenadines is timeless and classic. Used as an outdoor setting for the famous movie, the Pirates of the Caribbean, this island country is all about white-sand beaches, palm-fringed bays, secluded coves, mountain peaks, and many coral reefs. Made up of 32 magnificent islands and cays, this island destination is an excellent diving and snorkeling location and is probably the most scenic Caribbean getaway. [links]
Craving laid-back holidays? The Caribbean has an island for everybody’s taste. Want to drink the best rum cocktail? Head to the Bahamas. Want to explore the underwater world? There are Belize and Turks and Caicos for providing you with the best underwater experiences. With tropical weather that is nearly perfect, the provocatively fragrant air, beautiful beaches, and delightful food – check out these best Caribbean islands for a vacation to remember forever.