Barbados
While you’ll certainly find the standard Caribbean staples – sandy beaches, verdant golf courses, duty-free shops and palatial resorts – you’ll also discover that Barbados offers a distinctly unique flair. Travel here to sample bittersweet Mount Gay Rum, explore the limestone caverns of Harrison’s Cave and the Animal Flower Cave, attend a horse race at Garrison Savannah and dance to calypso tunes. Don’t forget to save time for exploring the island’s historical plantation houses and exotic tropical gardens.
Cayman Islands
One of the most scenic spots in the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands is home to premier dive sites, including Eden Rock and Devil’s Grotto, as well as plenty of crescent-shaped shorelines. For travelers only willing to go knee-deep, there’s Stingray City, which offers clear water, a shallow sandbar and opportunities to swim with stingrays. During the summer months, this archipelago features some great hotel deals and affordable vacation rentals compared to other Caribbean islands, so you can enjoy the white sand beaches and serene sea without ruining your vacation budget.
