Caribbean

"body">Christopher Columbus discovered the Caribbean
You've worked hard all year and you finally have timecenturies ago by accident, as he was trying to reach
to rest. Treat yourself to a piece of paradise by goingSoutheast Asia (that's how the Caribbean got its
on a trip to the Caribbean! Snorkel, go boating, hike, orWest Indies name). It was then occupied by an
just relax in the sprawling beaches - you can doAmerindian group called the "Carib"; this the name
absolutely anything you want."Caribbean." The region was once very famous for its
The Caribbean has been a favorite vacation spot oflegendary sea pirates.
tourists from the world over. In fact, millions of peopleNow, most of the different Caribbean islands belong to
visit the islands from the United States alone. Thethe independent South American countries, but some
charm of the Caribbean lies not just on its beautifulare still part of the United Kingdom, the Netherlands,
beaches and romantic sunsets - it also has a richFrance, or the United States.
history and a colorful culture that truly makes itCaribbean hotels and resorts are usually fully booked
addictive.during peak season, so it is advisable to take care of
Also known as the West Indies, the Caribbean groupyour accommodations at least three months in
of islands is actually located in the perimeter of theadvance. If you want more privacy, visit the less
Caribbean Sea, very near the South Americanpopular islands that offer the same first-rate
countries of Mexico and Venezuela. The Caribbean isaccommodations. It's not a good idea to visit the
composed of about 7,000 islands, each differing in size.Caribbean from April to December, though, as these
The islands are grouped into the Greater Antilles,are hurricane months. If you still want to go during this
Lesser Antilles, and the Bahamas.period, always check for weather updates.