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Caribbean Travel Guide

Turquoise water, white sand, colonial history and laid-back island time.

5 in-depth city guides · every spot mapped

The Caribbean guides span the Dominican Republic, beach-resort Punta Cana, the colonial old town of Santo Domingo, the north-coast charm of Puerto Plata, and whale-watching Samana, plus the world-class diving and beaches of Grand Cayman. Sun, sea and easygoing island rhythm guaranteed.

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Grand Cayman

The best things to do in Grand Cayman. Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City, snorkeling, diving, Caribbean food, nightlife. Handpicked with Google Maps links.

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38 activities

Punta Cana

Miles of white sand and turquoise water, from resort-lined Bávaro to wild Macao.

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34 activities

Santo Domingo

UNESCO World Heritage site. The first cathedral, first university, and first hospital in the Americas.

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32 activities

Puerto Plata

27 waterfalls, mountain cable cars, jungle zip-lines, and the dramatic north coast.

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28 activities

Samana

Playa RincĂłn, Playa Bonita, and Caribbean beaches so remote they feel private.

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When to visit Caribbean

Caribbean travel FAQ

When is the best time to visit the Caribbean?

December-April is the dry, sunny high season with the best beach weather. Hurricane season runs roughly June-November, when prices drop but rain and storm risk rise.

How many days do you need in the Caribbean?

A week is perfect for one island or region, enough to mix beach time with a couple of excursions like diving, whale-watching or a colonial-city day.

Which Caribbean destination is best for first-timers?

Punta Cana for all-inclusive beach resorts, Grand Cayman for diving and snorkeling, and Santo Domingo if you want history and culture alongside the sand.

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