Caribbean, Amazon & Central America
Start your year in style and visit nine islands of the sun-kissed Caribbean in just two weeks. On an authentic journey of discovery, you’ll uncover the true essence and character of every destination and find out what makes each one unique from the others. From sea turtles and rum to privateering and sugar cane history, there’s so much more to the region than sun, sea and sand – though there are plenty of opportunities to indulge too.
Arriving into Barbados, you’ll have some time in Bridgetown to explore before proceeding onwards. The chance to go in search of sea turtles during a catamaran cruise is one that’s not to be missed. Then in Grenada, the ‘Spice Island’, you’ll be greeted by an array of colourful buildings and an infusion of rich spices. During your time here, choose to explore the stunning Grand Etang National Park or embark on a scenic adventure aboard a Rhum Runner boat, with rum punches, calypso music and a steel band.
Braemar will make two stops at the ‘ABC’ Islands for you to sample Caribbean destinations with a Dutch flavour. First, on Curaçao, you’ll get the chance to uncover the UNESCO-listed centre of Willemstad, which is full of colonial architecture and pastel- coloured buildings. Then Kralendijk, capital of the beautiful and unspoilt island of Bonaire, offers plenty of unique ways to explore, from an exhilarating Harley Davidson ride to a Tuk Tuk adventure.
Next on the list is Tortola. This island is famed for its pirating history and you can take the chance to uncover the legends on a scenic boat cruise
followed by an open safari bus tour. A pause to experience the sun-drenched white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters and tropical reefs of Grand Turk follows, and then it’s on to St Kitts, where the undoubted highlight is sure to be an unforgettable ride on the St Kitts Scenic Railway. Specifically built to transport sugar cane, this route passes old sugar estates, mills, windmills and more, giving real insight into Caribbean history.
The island-hopping continues as you reach Antigua. Among the historic landmarks, such as Nelson’s Dockyard, there are 365 beaches on the island for you to choose from – one for each day of the year so say the locals. Lastly, Dominica awaits your discovery, named as one of Lonely Planet’s Top 10 countries to visit in 2017. The big draw here is the exotic tropical interior, a landscape unlike any of those on the neighbouring islands. Much of this is encompassed within the UNESCO-listed Morne Trois Pitons National Park, and it is here you can take a swim in the cool waters of the enchanting Emerald Pool. Once the day is over, you’ll enjoy one last night on board before disembarking in Bridgetown.
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