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Mind-Blowing Caribbean Voyage

Set sail for an exciting Caribbean adventure to St. Lucia, Barbados, Grenada, Tobago Cays and the Grenadines.

Relax, go sunbathing or take a swim off the coast of Jamesby Island. One of 5 isles in Tobago Cays, this island has the smallest beach in the area.

Take an exciting Windstar Cruise through St. Lucia, located northeast of St. Vincent and northwest of Barbados, in the Caribbean Sea. Climb aboard a luxurious ship for a unique voyage where fun is at your fingertips -- book shore excursions, enjoy a candle-lit dinner, listen to live entertainment, work-out in the fitness facility, rent water sports equipment and more.

Take an excursion and go hiking on one of St. Lucia’s popular trails, including the Barre de L’Isle Trail, Des Cartiers Rainforest Trail or the Edmund Rainforest Reserve Trail.

Located in the southern Grenadines, the Tobago Cays is an archipelago that consists of 5 small uninhabited islands -- Petit Rameau, Petit Bateau, Baradol, Petit Tabac and Jamesby. A popular port of call for cruise ships, Tobago Cays draws thousands of tourists for diving, snorkeling and sports fishing.

If staying dry and on land is your speed -- enjoy a game of golf at the Sandals La Toc Golf Resort and Spa in St. Lucia. Sharpen your club-selection skills on this 3,141-yard course, where several holes demand laser-like accuracy for the perfect shot. Rolling hills and majestic fairways inspire performance at all levels.

St. George’s, the capital of Grenada, has become a popular Caribbean tourist destination for thousands of tourists, cruise ships and celebrities. We recommend traveling there for Carnival, which is usually held the second week of August and includes a carnival pageant, parade and several calypso steel bands.

St. Vincent is a scuba diver’s paradise. The island offers some of the best diving in the Caribbean, with numerous reefs, shipwrecks, caves and caverns for underwater adventurers to explore.

Drop your anchor and enjoy a romantic day on beautiful, uninhabited Sandy Island -- just a 30-minute boat ride from Petite Anse. The island has numerous coconut trees. So if you need a break from snorkeling or bird watching -- crack open a coconut and sit on the beach with the cool, crystal-blue water lapping at your feet.

Looking for local spirits in Grenada? Head to the River Antoine Rum Distillery where a potent rum (only sold on the island) is produced the same way it was when the distillery opened in 1785. Today, the distillery functions primarily as a museum; so rum is produced in limited quantity. If inclined, tourists have the option to sample a less strong version of River’s rum.

Welcome to colorful Bridgetown, the capital and largest city in Barbados. While you’re here, go sightseeing and visit a few popular attractions, including the National Heroes Square, Queen’s Park, Montefiore Fountain, Pelican Village and Craft Centre, Barbados Museum, Cheapside Market and Carlisle Bay Beach.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines consists of 32 islands and cays located in the southern Caribbean. One of the islands, Bequia, has several beaches perfect for swimming and sunbathing, including Princess Margaret Beach (pictured). Tourists will need a water or land taxi to get here. We recommend grabbing a bite to eat at Max’s Bar and then, after an hour, you can swim, snorkel or take a stroll along the beach to burn off a few calories.

Travel to the capital city of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Kingstown. Wrapping around Kingstown Bay, the city is a popular stop for cruise ships. If you’re in town, try to make a stop at the Kingstown Produce Market where vendors sell clothing, arts and crafts, gifts and other products. The market is open Monday through Saturday. Other popular spots in Kingstown include Little Tokyo, St. George’s Cathedral, Bay Street and Grenadines Wharf.

Travel to the capital city of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Kingstown. Wrapping around Kingstown Bay, the city is a popular stop for cruise ships. If you’re in town, try to make a stop at the Kingstown Produce Market where vendors sell clothing, arts and crafts, gifts and other products. The market is open Monday through Saturday. Other popular spots in Kingstown include Little Tokyo, St. George’s Cathedral, Bay Street and Grenadines Wharf.

Go on an adventure and hit St. Vincent’s most popular hiking trail near La Soufrière and its crater lake. The 4,049-foot-tall active volcano is the highest point on the island. The last time this majestic beauty erupted was in April 1979.

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