Aruba |
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Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino
Aruba Mariott Resort
Holiday Inn Aruba (Value) |
BON BINI!
It means "Welcome" ...On the island of Aruba, you truly are.
You're welcome to dream of endless sun and scenery. You're welcome to plunge
into the breathtaking blue and crystal clear ocean and to lounge on
sparkling white beaches. You're welcome to plan the ideal family
vacation, the perfect wedding, a romantic honeymoon or simply escape to a
colorful world away from home. You're welcome to explore ...to make
everything 'Aruba' your own ...to find the perfect something, or nothing, to
do. Aruba is a distinct blend of people from South America and Europe, from
the Far East and other islands of the Caribbean. These diverse settlers add
unique flavor to the lives of the inhabitants of the island.
 | Arubans are among the most educated people in the world, speaking
English, Spanish, Dutch and Papiamento fluently. Many also speak French
and German. |
| From the moment you arrive, your vacation will be overflowing with
good music. Arubans are ardent music lovers and musicians and cherish
their traditional music, such as the fiery tumba, the elegant danza and
the fast-paced Antillean waltz. |
| International cuisine runs the gamut from French to Fusion, Italian to
Indian, from Japanese to Javanese. Local cuisine carries its own
distinction with the sharp taste of the local "yerbe hole" basil bringing
out the best of the "catch of the day." |
Come enjoy the charm of windmills, lighthouses and
twisting divi divi trees ...or luxuriate in the world's most opulent
spas. Come play in the glittering casinos and luxury resorts
...or wander the unsurpassed pristine beaches. Bon bini! |
Grand Cayman |
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Hyatt Regency Grand Cayman Suites
The Ritz Carlton
The Westin Casuarina |
Tales of buccaneering feats and shipwrecked sailors, the legend of
Blackbeard... the Cayman Islands have a rich seafaring history with
near-mythical status. Today, modern adventurers flock to Grand Cayman for
treasures of another kind - sweeping white sands, sunken ships
from centuries past, stunning coral formations and turquoise
waters. Grand Cayman is the largest of the Cayman Islands, 90 miles away
from Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. Enjoy a variety of watersports on famous
Seven Mile Beach, or simply "Relax Cayman Islands Style" and enjoy the
tranquil atmosphere of this stunning Caribbean treasure.
| A diver's dream, underwater adventure abounds in Grand Cayman
with more than 200 dive sites with fascinating coral reefs and colorful
marine life. A must-see for adventurous souls is Stingray City, noted as
the best 12-foot dive in the world. For beginners, dive at Trinity Caves
and Orange Canyon. |
| The best shore-entry snorkeling spots are south of George Town
at Eden Rock and Parrot's landing. North of town, try the reef just off
the West Bay Cemetery on Grand Cayman's est coast, or the reef-protected
shallows of the island's north and south coasts. |
| On land, explore mysterious caves and coves, once hideouts for
notorious pirates like Blackbeard and Sir Henry Morgan. Visit the
Cayman Turtle Farm, the only green sea-turtle farm of its kind in the
world. Considered an endangered species, the green seas turtle is
practically extinct elsewhere in the Caribbean. |
| Visit Grand Cayman's Botanic Park and its amazing Heritage and
Floral Garden. Just beyond the Floral Garden, the two-acre lake has three
small islands with native vegetation, providing a habitat for bird life.
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| Caymanians enjoy one of the highest standards of living of the in the
West Indies. The island's main industries are tourism and offshore
banking, thanks to the absence of direct taxes. |
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St. Thomas |
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Frenchmans's Reef
Wyndham Sugar Bay
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A Caribbean getaway with
American Influence
The U.S. Virgin Islands are made up of three islands - St. Thomas, St. John
and St. Croix - each with its own unique perspective on relaxation and fun.
St. Thomas offers fabulous resorts, renowned duty-free shopping,
gorgeous beaches, championship golf and non-stop nightlife.
With its mountainous terrain, you'll enjoy stunning views of the Caribbean
and beautiful Magen's Bay from 1500 feet above sea level.
| Visit St. Thomas' Charlotte Amalie, the capital of the U.S.Virgin
Islands and home to one of the most beautiful harbors in the world. The
most visited port in the Caribbean, Charlotte Amalie is known as the
shopping mecca of the Caribbean with its winding streets of world-class
duty free shops. |
| Golf enthusiasts will enjoy St. Thomas' George and Tom Fazio-designed
Mahogany Run course. St. Thomas is also famous for yachting and sport
fishing. |
For a more laid-back vacation, bask in the mesmerizing natural beauty of
St. John, the smallest of the U.S. Virgin Islands and a short ferry ride
from St. Thomas. Two thirds of St. John is designated as a National Park,
featuring fascinating trails, secluded coves and dazzling white beaches.
| The center of activity on St. John is Cruz Bay, with colorful shops,
lively bars and great restaurants, all within easy walking distance. |
| Trunk Bay, Hawksnest Bay, Cinnamon Bay and Maho Bay are just four of
the dozens of spectacular beaches on St. John. |
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