U.S. Virgin Islands
SIZE: St. Croix: 52 sq miles, St. John: 12 sq miles, St. Thomas: 20 sq miles CURRENCY: U.S. dollar POPULATION: 110,000 LANGUAGE: English MAIN CITY: Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas LOCAL RUM: Cruzan DISH OF THE DAY: Callaloo
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hanks to a mix of exciting activities, cuisine, history,
culture and shopping across St. Croix, St. Thomas and St John, the USVI has long been a preferred destination for travellers looking for a hassle-free vacation in the Caribbean. What’s more, a range of new
developments are underway that travellers won’t want to miss! With a revitalisation project underway in Charlotte Amalie – one of the most beautiful harbours in the world, the introduction of the popular international restaurant Senor Frogs and the re-opening of
U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism P.O. Box 6400 St. Thomas, VI 00804
T: 001 340 774 8784, E:
info@usvitourism.vi, W:
www.VisitUSVI.com
What’s hot! Three Carnival celebrations, fi lled with music, food and fun, are held annually on each island ISLAND HIGHLIGHT
Just a short boat-ride off the coast of Christiansted, St. Croix is Buck Island Reef National Monument – one of only two underwater national monuments in the U.S., and the only one occurring naturally. Snorkelling enthusiasts will encounter tropical fi sh, coral reefs and exotic fl ora and fauna.
Mountain Top – home of the world famous Banana Daiquiri, St. Thomas is bustling with more excitement than ever!
On St. John, recently opened
properties include Cruz Bay Boutique Hotel, Seashore Allure, Grande Bay Resort and Eco Serendib Villa & Spa. All offer accommodation options for travellers with discerning taste. St. Croix remains a Caribbean
gem rich with a host of cultural experiences. Explore the island’s historical twin cities – Frederiksted and Christiansted. Then venture out to the east end of the island to visit the easternmost point of the U.S. – Point Udall. Or, travellers can savour the fl avours of St. Croix at the many quaint cafés and restaurants that punctuate the island’s delicious culinary landscape.
Caribbean Challenge: The St. John Beach-to-Beach Power Swim, which takes place each Memorial Day Weekend, is fun for amateur and experienced swimmers alike!
INSIDER TIP
“Couples, families and groups who want a personalised and affordable holiday without compromising on quality should check out villa rental options on St. Thomas; upscale accommodation at very reasonable rates.” Nancy Anderson, McLaughlin Anderson Luxury Villas
Venezuela Tourist Department Venezuela
Located at the foot of Caracas’ Avila Mountain, Parque Los Chorros consists of 4.5 hectares of colourful nature, including the only natural waterfall in a capital city park.
Caribbean Challenge: Take a trip out to Kerepacupay Vená (Angel Falls), one of the world’s highest waterfalls, or take a hike in the country’s Andes mountain range
INSIDER TIP
“I was completely bowled over by the incredible mountain landscape of the Andes, the wildlife in the Llanos, and the fascinating indigenous tribes beside the Orinoco Delta. I’ll never forget paddling at 6am in my dugout canoe to one of the world’s highest single drop waterfalls – the Angel Falls.” Laura Forsyth, Journey Latin America
c/o The Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, 1 Cromwell Road, London SW7 2HR T: 020 7584 4206 E:
turismo@venezlon.co.uk
W:
www.turismo.embavenez-uk.org or
www.venezuelaturismo.gob.ve
What’s hot! Caracas, located in a valley 900 metres above sea level, surrounded by the Waraira Repano National Park ISLAND HIGHLIGHT
SIZE: 352,144 sq mls CURRENCY: Bolivar POPULATION: 28,000,000 LANGUAGE: Spanish MAIN CITY: Caracas LOCAL BEER: Cerveza Zulia DISH OF THE DAY: Pabellon Criollo (shredded beef, white rice, black beans and fried plantains)
V
enezuela is a country in the north of South America
that is saturated with beaches, mountains, plains and natural wonders. It has over 3,000 km of Caribbean coast, where coconut palms complement beautiful sandy beaches and some 5,000 metres of astonishing snow- capped mountains. Venezuela is home to an eclectic combination of four distinctly varied cultures. It is bounded to the luxury of the Caribbean by its north coast, Brazil by its south, Guyana by the east and Colombia by the west coast.
The country is in a bio-diverse
region with numerous natural habitats for indigenous animal species like jaguar, puma, pelicans and capybara.
Some of the most appealing features in the country are its natural scenic highlights like the iconic Kerepacupay Vená (Angel Falls), the Orinoco Delta, the towering Andes Mountains, the Los Rocues Insular State
www.caribbean.co.uk
and Venezuela’s own Caribbean island, the Margarita Island. Caracas is the cultural capital
of the country and boasts a selection of fi rst-rate restaurants, the fabulous Museum of Modern Art, shopping centres and national parks. A trip to Venezuela offers a mix
of the Andes, the Orinoco and the Caribbean, together creating a unique experience to cherish.
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