Caribbean

Jamaica

Christopher Columbus once claimed that Jamaica was the most beautiful island he had ever seen and we're sure you'll agree. Discover beautiful sandy beaches, hidden coves, verdant landscapes, gushing waterfalls, deep lush valleys and majestic mountains. One of Jamaica's most popular natural attractions, Dunn's River Falls, located near Ocho Rios, is a stunning 600 foot waterfall which cascades down to the beach. Guided tours take you on a challenging and refreshing climb to the top.

St Lucia

An island of extraordinary natural beauty, St Lucia's dramatic twin coastal Pitons soar sheer from the sea swathed in a carpet of brilliant emerald, her steep coastlines and unspoilt reefs perfect for snorkelling and scuba diving in the crystal clear waters. St Lucia is a beautiful natural paradise, her spectacular underwater reefs home to rainbow-hued tropical fish, huge barrel sponges, soft corals and sunken ships.

Grenada

A third of the world's nutmeg is grown here as well as copious quantities of cloves and mace, justifying its nickname the Spice Isle. Visit the spice markets on a Saturday at the capital St Georges and then see how they are processed at the Douglaston Estate. They even sprinkle nutmeg on top of the cocktails in the island's bars! The island is only 22-miles by 12-miles, and the interior is largely lush and tropical with stunning forests and jungle to explore.

Tobago

An unspoiled Caribbean gem, this is the island that is said to have inspired Daniel Defoe's Robinson Crusoe. There are plenty of beaches to visit here including Great Courland Bay where you can witness giant leatherback turtles hatching at certain times of the year, Castara Bay, which has 2 swimming beaches, Englishman's Bay and Pigeon Point, a stunning, much photographed sandy peninsula which is well worth a day trip. Tobago's also home to the oldest legally protected tropical rainforest...

Cuba

Cuba, the Caribbean's largest island, is located 90 miles south of Florida. You must visit Havana, the islands capital, which has beautiful old colonial buildings and a sense of faded grandeur. The old part of the city and its fortifications are a UNESCO World Heritage site and form the backdrop to many a photoshoot. Havana is also famous for its 1950s American cars, rum and cigars. Located 2 hours east drive from Havana you'll find Varadero which protrudes out on a long...

Antigua

Best Beaches Antigua's beaches are some of the most beautiful in the Caribbean with fine white sands lapped by clear turquoise waters. With so many from which to choose, it's always possible to find an uncrowded spot to yourself - in general, secluded beaches are more the norm than the exception. Those seeking active water sports should try the vast swathes of Dickenson Bay, Runaway Bay or Jolly Beach, all on the west coast and close to St John's.

Barbados

Beaches Lapped by calm Caribbean waters, long ribbons of golden sands broken only by coral outcrops, line the glittering Platinum Coast on the west of the island. Barbados' most luxurious and upmarket hotels also cluster here so it is difficult to find an uncrowded spot. By contrast on the surf-splashed Atlantic shorelines to the east, you'll find beautifully rugged coastal cliffs concealing remote bays and beaches and large ocean swells more suited to surfing than swimming.

Caribbean Information

Comprising of around 5,000 tropical islands and secluded cays known collectively as the West Indies, the Caribbean is situated in the turquoise waters between Florida and South America.
If you’re looking for that picture-perfect holiday destination, the Caribbean ticks every box; from warm crystal clear waters and sugar-white sand beaches fringed with coconut palms to breath taking sunsets, great food and of course, that ‘island time’ attitude which works its magic, leaving you relaxed and ready to enjoy a dream holiday.
Fancy a spot of action and adventure? If water sports are your thing, you’ll be spoilt for choice from scuba diving to sailing, windsurfing to kayaking. Beautiful national parks with volcanos and waterfalls provide the perfect backdrop to hiking or climbing. But if you just want to chill and enjoy a fruity rum punch in your hammock, while you watch the world go by, you’re in luck, as the Caribbean boats some of the best beaches in the world.
Once the sun goes down, the nightlife hots up with casinos, beach barbecues, steel bands, calypso music and of course, the Caribbean classic of limbo dancing! How low can you go?
If you’re making it a family break, there’s plenty of for the kids to do with special clubs and water parks. All-inclusive options make the Caribbean a good choice for budget-conscious breaks too.
Travel City Direct have picked the very best of the Caribbean and feature beautiful breaks in Barbados, St Lucia, Antigua and Jamaica.

Whether it’s stunning white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, magnificent scenery, fantastic water sports or even some ‘Reggae Rhythm’ you are looking for the Caribbean offers all of this and more. But this is only part of what makes the Caribbean one of our most popular destinations - throw in a relaxed pace of life, friendly, laid-back people, contrasting cultures and scenery and you conjure up the perfect holiday in paradise! With so many islands, each with its own individual character, you'll be spoilt for choice. Whether you choose to spend your time relaxing on one of the many beaches of Antigua overlooking the turquoise seas, laying in a hammock on the island of Barbados, climbing the Dunns’s River Waterfall in Jamaica or discovering Aztec ruins in Mexico we are sure that you will settle down to the Caribbean way of life very easily. So why not leave your busy lifestyle at home for the week (or maybe two!) and prepare to chill out and in no time you are fitting in with the laid-back island style! Virgin Holidays offer Self Catering, half board, full board and all inclusive Caribbean holidays.